Day 1

(ROB) - HARBEL – MONROVIA

Arrival in Liberia. After immigration procedures welcome to Liberia. You will enter into the oldest African Republic declaring independence in 1847 after fiercely resisting colonization by foreign powers. We get the opportunity to discover its unparalleled history and magnificent culture. On arrival at Roberts International Airport, a representative from Jos Travel will meet and greet you after customs and assist with your transfer to the city of Monrovia. Our tour guide and driver will await your arrival to transfer you to your hotel. Free leisure to sleep and rest. Overnight at Royal Grand or Similar, Monrovia

Day 2

MONROVIA

After breakfast, we begin to explore Monrovia, the capital of Liberia. We will discover some of Liberia’s historical past. First stop is at the peak of Monrovia on Ducor Hill with the monument of Liberia’s first president elect, Joseph Jenkins Roberts. The viewing of the once glorious Ducor Intercontinental Palace Hotel ruins and enjoying the panoramic view of the Atlantic from the top. At the hilltop also lies a canon used by Matilda Newport to fend off aggressors of Liberia. Next will be a visit to the jammed packed waterside market and the slum community of West Point. Canoe ride to tour the Providence Island that is the landing ground of Liberia's founding fathers, and it still holds artefacts and relics from the settlers and a well that was dug in the 1800s. Providence Baptist Church - the cornerstone of Liberia is the next step to dive into the formation of what is presently known as Liberia the oldest African republic today. Tour the Centennial Pavilion that was built to mark the 100 years to melodious independence that the nation had enjoyed uninterrupted. Liberia National Museum holds to the history of the country's linage that dates as far back as 1820. Visitation to Parliament Building to get an understanding of how the Legislative branch of the Liberian government functions. Visit to the Ministry of Information Cultural Affairs and Tourism. Visit Capitol Hill campus of the University of Liberia established as Liberia College in 1862. Finally visit the local arts and craft market for an evening of shopping. Transfer to accommodation. Overnight at Royal Hotel or Similar, Monrovia

Day 3

WULKFARMS -GBARNGA – KPATAWEE

After breakfast drive to Wulki Farms on Kakata Highway for a day on the farm and enjoy agro tourism. This visit will encompass animal sighting and feeding, horseback riding, and many more. Afterwards, drive to Gbarnga the capital City of Bong County, lying north east of Monrovia. During the Liberian Civil War, it was the base for Charles Taylor's National Patriotic Front of Liberia. First we enjoy a tour of Cuttington University; The Cornerstone of Tertiary Education in Africa. After, next stop is Gboata Magical Fish Village - A Traditional Mystery. “As crops from farms on both sides of the water overgrew into the Kponkor Creek. It was difficult to distinguish who owned what portion. As a result, a covenant was reached among the towns that the water would be kept sacred and untouchable by anyone especially the fish since they could not find an amicable solution, according to elders in Gboata Town - the host of the magical fish along the Gbarnga-Ganta Highway. Since then, the elders say, it became a generally accepted traditional law from generation to generation. The traditional sacredness of the fish makes it an abomination for anyone particularly childbearing women to eat it. Kpolokegekor is the name of one of the fishes. Each of the fish has traditional symbols." It looks like water but it's a town. Our ancestors live there," one elder to Jos Travel Exhibit magazine in an exclusive interview. (Source: Liberia Exhibit Issue 3) Drive to Kpatawee Waterfall – the Waterfall is a pretty picnic and swimming destination. At the heart of Bong in Suakoko District, sits Kpatawee Waterfalls, a natural wonder of slimmest paths of segregating streams from plummeting valleys on the Mein River. The hidden ecotourism attraction holds a tempting potential and managed by the local community. Being enclosed by a dense forest, Kpatawee Waterfalls possess an attractive combination of natural beauty and local friendliness. Two cascades exist, the smaller being the closest to the road and the larger one reachable by roughly an hour of trekking. Enjoy the scenic view of the falls and indulge in swimming and other activities. Transfer to accommodation. Overnight at Kpatawee Waterfall or Similar, Gbarnga

Day 4

GBARNGA - GANTA - YEKEPA

After breakfast, visit Redemire in Gbarnga to see their small-scale chocolate production that is fueled by social entrepreneurship. Drive to Nimba County in northeastern Liberia that shares borders with the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire in the East and the Republic of Guinea in the North. Its capital city is Sanniquellie and its most populous city is Ganta. Ganta, also known as Gompa City is located south of the Guinea border. It is the second-most populous city in Liberia. While in Ganta we will visit the Liberia – Guinea Border before driving to Sanniquellie City, Nimba County. Sanniquellie is a city and the capital of Nimba County and Sanniquellie-Mahn District, Liberia. It is located in the north-east of the country. The average altitude of the city is 420 meters above the sea level. It is known as the birthplace of O.A.U commemorating the efforts of the three founding fathers of a pan African alliance (William V.S Tubman of Liberia, Ahmed Sekou Toure of Guinea and Dr. Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana). (45 minutes stop - Tour Break) – Visitation to the cornerstone of O.A.U. Drive to Yekepa, Nimba County. Yekepa is a town in northern Nimba County in Liberia, lying near the Guinean border. It was the base for LAMCO's iron ore mining operation until it was destroyed in the First Liberian Civil War which lasted from 1989 to 1997. During the late 1950s, iron ore was found in "the Iron Mountain" Mount Nimba. In a joint venture among the Liberian Government, US Bethlehem Steel, and the Swedish mining company Gränges, a huge project was set up: LAMCO-the Liberian-American Swedish Mining Company. The project contributed to economic and social development in Liberia for 30 years. It built the necessary infrastructure and operated mining, transporting ore by rail to the port of Buchanan, from where it was exported to other markets. The main ethnic groups in Nimba County are the Dan, also known as Gio and the Mano. The Dan, commonly known as the Gio, live closer to the Cote d'Ivoire border and the Mano live closer to Guinea. Transfer to accommodation. Overnight at Nimba Ecolodge or Similar, Yekepa

Day 5

YEKEPA

After breakfast, hike to Summit of East Nimba Nature Reserve, Nimba County. The East Nimba Nature Reserve (ENNR) was established on October 10th, 2003, and covers an area of 11,553 hectares. Located in the North of Liberia, the Reserve borders both Guinea and Cote d’Ivoire and covers much of Liberia’s share of the Mount Nimba Mountain Range. The Mount Nimba Range is recognized for its high animal and plant species diversity, and considered both internationally and nationally an area of highest conservation importance. At the same time, however, the Range is also known for its high-quality iron ore deposits, resulting in high levels of extraction especially in the second half of the 20th century, accompanied by serious environmental destruction, including mountaintop removal, road construction and forest clearing. In ENNR, you can still see those past impacts today, for example the Blue Lake and its surrounding terraces. Since its establishment, ENNR is acknowledged as fully Protected Area under the Liberian law, and although it lies within ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) iron ore concession area, the company recognizes its status and no mining takes place within ENNR today. The Reserve continues to protect both lowland and submontane forest and forms a stronghold for a number of endangered and endemic species, including the West African Chimpanzee, Jentink’s Duiker, Leopard, Nimba Otter Shrew, Bare-headed Rockfowl, Nimba Flycatcher and the viviparous Nimba Toad. (Source: Fauna and Flora). Tour of the East Nimba Nature Reserve Mountains, Lake and Waterfall. Picnic on the Mountain in the reserve. Hike down the Summit of East Nimba Nature Reserve, for evening relaxation/clubbing in Yekepa. Overnight at Nimba Ecolodge or Similar, Yekepa

Day 6

YEKEPA – ROBERTSPORT

After breakfast, we drive to Robertsport where we will spend the after taking 3-4 hours walking tour. We will visit the fishery, historical sites, architectures, artifacts, churches and the abandoned African Center of Culture. Transfer to accommodation. Overnight at Warkolor Jungle Lodge

Day 7

ROBERTSPORT – HARBEL - MARSHALL

After breakfast, drive to Harbel and visit the second largest rubber plantation in the world (Firestone) covering, 400 000 hectares, created in 1926 and watch the tappers extract latex from trees skillfully. Lunch on the deck of the club house overlooking the vast golf course or indulge in a game of golf, bird watching, experiencing some wildlife encounters, visiting a neighboring fishing village or simply sunbathing and relaxing. Drive to Marshall in Margibi County for viewing of the city and exploring the remnants of American influence in Liberia. Take a tour of Marshall City which is engulfed by various lagoons, and a bay where three rivers converge and flow into the Atlantic Ocean. Transfer to accommodation. Overnight at Libassa Ecolodge or Similar, Marshall

Day8

MARSHALL - ROBERTS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

After breakfast, possible boat ride on the Farmington River depending on time of departure. The hotel has all facilities similar to any modern hotel but with more space. Wait for time of departure and transfer to Roberts International Airport Adjacent The Farmington Hotel for departure