Lumley Beach, Freetown, Sierra Leone
This wide sweep of beach has lost some of its atmosphere since the 2015 demolition of dozens of bamboo and thatch food shacks, and the numerous, ugly construction projects lining the beach road don’t add to its appeal. During the week it feels deserted, save for a few joggers pounding the paved beach walkway, but it comes into its own on weekends and public holidays, when Freetown’s residents come out to relax and party on the golden sands.
Epic Sierra Leon Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound