Check the weather city by city, starting with Monrovia.
Liberia, the only country in sub-Saharan Africa never colonised by a European power, was founded in 1847 by freed American slaves. Sapo National Park, one of the last great blocks of primary forest in West Africa, is home to forest elephants, pygmy hippos and chimpanzees. Its wild Atlantic beaches and unique history make it a destination for explorers.
Sapo National Park is Liberia's largest nature reserve and one of the last and most beautiful primary rainforests in West Africa. It is home to forest elephants, pygmy hippos, chimpanzees and over 600 bird species in a virtually intact ecosystem.
Highlights : West African forest elephants, Pygmy hippos in the rivers, Chimpanzees in the primary forest, Multi-day trek through the dense forest.
Monrovia, founded in 1822 and named in honour of American President Monroe, is the only African capital named after a US president. Its history tied to freed slaves is visible in the old districts, and the surrounding area offers wild beaches and lagoons.
Highlights : Liberian Capitol Building, Providence Island — Monrovia's founding island, Waterside Market in Monrovia.
Liberia boasts over 500 km of Atlantic coastline with white-sand beaches that remain nearly deserted. Silver Beach and the beaches around Robertsport, a long-standing surf spot with a growing reputation, draw a handful of adventurers seeking an unspoiled West Africa.
Highlights : Robertsport — legendary surf beach, Lake Piso — protected natural lagoon, Silver Beach near Monrovia, Sunset over the Atlantic.
Liberia is an affordable destination with still-limited tourist infrastructure. The US dollar is the de facto currency in hotels and restaurants, alongside the local Liberian dollar. Post-civil war reconstruction has improved Monrovia's infrastructure.