Makeni: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Makeni is the largest city in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. The city is the capital of Bombali District, and is the economic center of the Northern Province.

Makeni · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityMakeni+29°CCloudy · sunset 06:25 PMupdated 01:35 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Exchange rateSLE 22.87per 1 $SLE — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Kissidougou≈ 3 hr 25 min Bissau≈ 3 hr 55 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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New information about completing a health travel declaration (‘Entry Requirements’ page.)

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

crime

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Exercise increased caution in Sierra Leone due to crime , unrest , and inadequate health infrastructure . Crime Violent crimes, such as robbery and assault, occur frequently in Sierra Leone, especially in Freetown. Police struggle to respond to serious crime in most places due to limited resources. Do not travel outside the Freetown peninsula after nightfall.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Makeni: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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