Holistic Ecotourism · Bo District, Sierra Leone

Where the land, the
community, and the future
grow together.

A holistic eco-village rising in the green hills of Wonde Chiefdom — rooted in family, farming, and the living culture of Sierra Leone.

Dia, Wonde Chiefdom Eco-lodges & working farms Welcoming guests November 2026
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Our Story

A family vision, planted in home soil.

Wonde Moi Village Resort sits about two miles off Gboyama Town, on the road toward Blama — in Dia, Wonde Chiefdom, Bo District, Sierra Leone.

This has been a labor of love for years: clearing the land, raising the first lodges, planting the orchards and rice, and working hand in hand with the local community to build a place that gives back more than it takes.

The vision is holistic — a retreat where guests rest, learn, and reconnect with nature, while the surrounding village shares in the work, the harvest, and the future. It is tourism built on respect: for the environment, for indigenous practice, and for the generations who will inherit this ground.

Years
In the making
100%
Community rooted
Eco
Solar & renewable
The community
Community leaders and elders gathered at Wonde Moi
A gathering in Wonde Chiefdom
The Vision

An ecotourism retreat, designed by the land.

Every part of Wonde Moi is planned around five guiding principles — so comfort, conservation, and culture move as one.

Wonde Moi master-plan concept sketch
Master-plan concept — eco-lodges encircling a central village commons

Sustainable Accommodations

Eco-lodges and round houses built from local materials, powered by solar, with water-conservation and composting systems.

Natural Setting

Pristine, protected surroundings with a low carbon footprint and dedicated wildlife & nature zones.

Cultural Integration

Local community at the heart of operations — authentic cooking, language, crafts and respect for sacred sites.

Educational Opportunities

A visitor center, guided interpretation, and conservation workshops and volunteering programs.

Eco-Friendly Transport

Hiking trails, biking paths and canoe routes, with limited vehicle access to keep the air and ground clean.

Living Culture

The heartbeat of Wonde Chiefdom.

Drumming, dance, ceremony and story — the culture of this place isn't a performance for visitors, it's the daily life that guests are welcomed into.

The Grounds

A working village, alive in every season.

More than a place to stay — a living farm and cultural home. Here's what's taking root across the property.

Hand-painted round eco-lodge with blue roof

Eco-Lodges & Round Houses

Hand-painted guest houses celebrating Sierra Leonean heritage, built from local materials.

Pineapple and fruit orchards

Fruit Orchards

Pineapple, banana, mango, pawpaw, coconut and more.

Rice planting in the paddies

Rice & Grain Farms

Planted and harvested with the community.

Harvest display of local produce

The Harvest

Cassava, cacao, citrus — straight from the land.

Fish ponds

Fish Ponds

Freshwater aquaculture on site.

Poultry farm

Poultry Farm

Free-range flocks raised on the grounds.

Livestock grazing

Livestock

Goats and herds in the forest shade.

Forest walking trail through the palms

Walking Trails

Quiet paths winding through palm forest and farmland.

Experiences

Things to do, ways to belong.

From sunrise hikes to harvest days and cultural evenings — every experience connects you to the land and the people of Wonde Chiefdom. A few adventures are guided just beyond the campus.

01Nature & Wildlife
Guided nature hikes & trekkingBirdwatching off campusMonkey watching off campusSafari tours off campusFlora & fauna interpretation
02Water & Adventure
Kayaking & canoeing off campusPaddle-boarding off campusZip-lining off campusMountain climbing & caving off campus
03Culture & Community
Village visits & ceremoniesIndigenous cookingCrafts & traditional farmingLanguages & instruments
04Conservation
Tree plantingVillage cleanupsWildlife monitoringEnvironmental impact activities
05Agro-Tourism
Organic farm visitsHarvesting & plantingSustainable agriculture learning
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This project keeps moving — new structures, planting seasons, community milestones, and the road to opening day. Our journal shares the real updates from the ground.

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Dia, Wonde Chiefdom · Bo District, Sierra Leone
Phone
+232 781 31321
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