Timeline
18:07
Start at York Beach. This grey sand beach and fishing village offers a quiet atmosphere to settle in before the main event. There are no food or drink shops listed here, so keep your hands free and head straight to the water's edge.
18:37
Find a comfortable spot on the sand facing west. The sun sets toward the WSW, so this is your prime viewing angle. The golden light begins about half an hour before sunset, giving you time to watch the sky change from bright blue to warm orange.
18:52
Watch the sun dip below the horizon. The sunset is at 18:52 local time. Stay for the last few minutes of light as the colors deepen.
19:22
After the sun has set, take a slow walk along the shore. The fishing village still has life in it, with old Portuguese relicts visible in the background. It is a peaceful way to end the evening.
Local tip
There are no food or drink shops listed at York Beach or the nearby viewing spots. Bring your own water and snacks, or check the route to the nearest town for refreshments before you arrive.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Freetown (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).