Sierra Leone

Places to visit near Bumpe

Bumpe is a town in Sierra Leone, home to about 13,580 people. Within 50 km by road there are 46 places to visit — 17 churches, 10 hill stations & viewpoints, 9 mosques & dargahs and 1 rivers, islands & mangroves. The closest is SDA Mattru (18 km).

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Bumpe at a glance

Location
Sierra Leone
Population
about 13,580
Coordinates
7.8921° N, 11.9054° W
Places within 50 km
46
Best time to visit
October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches and mosques & dargahs

Top places to visit near Bumpe

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Bumpe: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

More places near Bumpe

  • Koboi · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~40 km
  • Goye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~40 km
  • N'Gowyihun · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~40 km
  • Venge · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~41 km
  • SDA Mattru · church · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~18 km
  • Buboye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~44 km
  • Kateye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~46 km
  • Kakboa · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~47 km
  • Saint Pius Catholic Church · church · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~23 km
  • Nabawi · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~23 km
  • Banaye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~49 km
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · church · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~24 km

Things to see near Bumpe, by type

Churches near Bumpe

33 churches within 100 km of Bumpe. The closest is SDA Mattru (18 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Bumpe

30 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Bumpe. The closest is Kandi Hill (24 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

  • Kandi Hill · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~24 km
  • Lungi · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~39 km
  • Koboi · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~40 km
  • Goye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~40 km
  • N'Gowyihun · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~40 km
  • Venge · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~41 km

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Mosques & dargahs near Bumpe

19 mosques & dargahs within 100 km of Bumpe. The closest is Nabawi (23 km); the best-known is Central Mosque (25 km). Best time: year-round.

  • Central Mosque · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~25 km
  • Nabawi · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~23 km
  • Madingo Mosque · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~25 km
  • Lebanese Mosque · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~25 km
  • Ahmadiyya Mosque · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~26 km
  • University Musque · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~38 km

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Bumpe

15 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Bumpe. The closest is Jong (29 km). Best time: september to february.

  • Jong · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~29 km
  • Waanje · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~84 km
  • East Island · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~89 km
  • Edmonstone Island · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
  • Long Island · river spot · ~90 km
  • York Island · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~92 km

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Bumpe

12 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Bumpe. The closest is Lake Tula (50 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

  • Lake Tula · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~50 km
  • Lake Gambia · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~54 km
  • Lake Kamason · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~80 km
  • Lake Popei · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~60 km
  • Lake Kpoli · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~60 km
  • Lake Baiama · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~86 km

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Bumpe

5 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Bumpe. The closest is Kasewi Hills Forest Reserve (72 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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A one-day trip from Bumpe

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 153 km on the road.

  1. Start in Bumpe
  2. 39 km Lungi · viewpoint, Southern Province, Sierra Leone
  3. 14 km Central Mosque · mosque, Southern Province, Sierra Leone
  4. 3 km Kandi Hill · hill, Southern Province, Sierra Leone
  5. 48 km Matturi Block G · heritage site, Southern Province, Sierra Leone
  6. 20 km Jong · river spot, Southern Province, Sierra Leone
  7. 29 km Back to Bumpe

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From travellers near Bumpe

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How to reach Bumpe

    All places near Bumpe by distance

    15–50 km — half-day trips

    50–100 km — one-day trips

    • Sale · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~51 km
    • Poye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~53 km
    • Gegbeye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~53 km
    • Kopoye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~53 km
    • Dapiye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~53 km
    • Tovi · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~54 km
    • Yoye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~56 km
    • Catholic Church · church · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~58 km
    • Kasewi Hills Forest Reserve · sanctuary · Northern Province, Sierra Leone · ~72 km
    • Kasabere Hills · viewpoint · Northern Province, Sierra Leone · ~73 km
    • Kasewe Forest Reserve · sanctuary · Northern Province, Sierra Leone · ~77 km
    • Kogobotima Hill · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~78 km
    • Pujehun Airtel · attraction · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~79 km
    • Pujehun Central Mosque · dargah · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~79 km
    • Flemming Memorial · church · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~54 km
    • Lake Gambia · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~54 km
    • Lake Kamason · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~80 km
    • Kambui Hills Forest Reserve · sanctuary · Eastern Province · ~80 km
    • Radio Modcar · attraction · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~81 km
    • Kangari Hills Forest Reserve · sanctuary · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~81 km
    • Petema · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~56 km
    • Bayiye · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~83 km
    • UBC Church · church · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~58 km
    • Waanje · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~84 km
    • Yuvini · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~84 km
    • Moyamba Hill · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~85 km
    • Lake Popei · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~60 km
    • Lake Kpoli · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~60 km
    • Lake Baiama · lake · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~86 km
    • Kangari · viewpoint · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~88 km
    • East Island · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~89 km
    • Peace · fort · Northern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • Big Tree · fort · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • Edmonstone Island · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • Mile 91 · attraction · Northern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • Tiwai Island · attraction · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • Long Island · river spot · ~90 km
    • Catholic Chutch · church · Northern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • Tiwai Island · sanctuary · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~90 km
    • York Island · river spot · Southern Province, Sierra Leone · ~92 km

    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Bumpe by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches1733SDA Mattru (18 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1030Kandi Hill (24 km)
    Mosques & dargahs919Nabawi (23 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves115Jong (29 km)
    Other attractions713Slbc (24 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs112Lake Tula (50 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens05Kasewi Hills Forest Reserve (72 km)
    Parks04Moto (91 km)
    Forts & heritage13Matturi Block G (39 km)
    Beaches & coast01Bendu Flat (100 km)

    Bumpe: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Bumpe?

    Slbc (attraction, about 24 km), Airtel Mast (attraction, about 24 km), Kandi Hill (hill, about 24 km), Sierratel (attraction, about 24 km), Kiss (attraction, about 24 km), Bo Clock Tower (attraction, about 25 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Bumpe?

    46 places on Spotwander: 17 churches, 10 hill stations & viewpoints, 9 mosques & dargahs, 1 river spot, 7 other attractions.

    Which is the nearest church to Bumpe?

    SDA Mattru, about 18 km by road; Saint Pius Catholic Church (23 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest viewpoint to Bumpe?

    Kandi Hill, about 24 km by road; Lungi (39 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest dargah to Bumpe?

    Nabawi, about 23 km by road; Madingo Mosque (25 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Bumpe?

    Start in Bumpe, visit Lungi, then Central Mosque, then Kandi Hill, then Matturi Block G, then Jong, and drive back — about 153 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Bumpe?

    October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches and mosques & dargahs.

    Towns near Bumpe

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Bumpe’s location and population from GeoNames; see also Bumpe on Wikipedia. Data sources & credits.