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A former Portuguese colony, and a country with a history that is more about war than peace. For a long time this place was difficult for people to enter, but with the new president this rough diamond opens its doors, where you can find a unique hospitality and some stunning sights.

Last updated 18 Feb 2021 by Bas IdsingaEdit

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Visa

Most nationalities need a visa. Getting the e-visa is quite easy, although you may need to fake some documents (like the return ticket and letter of invitation).

Source: Wikipedia.

Last updated 15 Mar 2021 by Bas IdsingaEdit

Where to get a visa for Angola (1)

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  1. Embassy1. E-visa for AngolaOnline visaGetting the e-visa is by far the easiest option, however, you might need to fake some documents. If they approve your application, they email the document in… 3

Border crossings (2)

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  1. Border crossing1. Santa Clara (Angola) – Oshikango (Namibia)To NamibiaQuick and easy border control. 2
  2. Border crossing2. Cabinda (Angola) – Pointe-Noire (Congo, Republic)To Congo, RepublicBusy border. Crossed here to Angola with my evisa for Angola, paid 120 USD at the border, was all fine. I had to make many copies of several documents… 1

See and do (3)

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  1. See & do1. Luanda regionSee & doNorth of Luanda is shipwreck beach, where about 40 ships are rusting away in the salty ocean. South of Luanda is the divine moon landscape, or basically… 2
  2. See & do2. Lubango regionSee & doWith Tundavala and Serra da Leba as absolute highlights of the country, these are must visit places. Look down over a dazzling road on a mountain pass, or see… 2
  3. See & do3. Sumbe regionSee & doAround Sumbe you can cycle a big circle through beautiful landscapes including the waterfall do Binga and some huge bold granite rocks. 2

Bike shops (2)

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  1. Bike shop1. ClawanaBike shopThe name of the shop is Clawana and run by Igor. He has race and mountain bikes, and fixed my tourbike. I had problems with the hydraulic Maguira brakes. He… 2
  2. Bike shop2. LinkConnection bike shopBike shopTel: +244 940 907 098 Website: http://www.linkconnectionbikes.com/ 1

Sleeping

Staying with locals

Not very common, only big cities offer CS hosts. Luanda has a few nice Warmshower hosts.

(Formal) camping

A great way of meeting locals and sleeping in your own comfortable bed. Ask anyone in a village and they will search a spot for you.

Ho(s)tels

Most cities have accomodation. Room with fan should be around 5.000 AOA, with AC a bit more.

Wild camping

Possible, there are quite some good spots to do. But make sure you are informed well about the landmines that might still be spread.

Last updated 4 Sept 2020 by Bas IdsingaEdit

Places to sleep (1)

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  1. Formal camping1. Carpe Diem LodgeFormal campingA very well managed resort where they love cyclers and let them camp for free and even take you in as family. There is delicious food, which some of it they…

Safety

Generally safe to cycle, be cautious in big cities, especially Luanda.

Last updated 14 Jul 2021 by Bas IdsingaEdit

Food and drink

The Angolese kitchen is quite nice. Fish can be found almost anymore. A very delicious meal is bitoque, which contains rice, fries, egg and steak. On the road you can find bread, fruit and vegetables and cookies.

Last updated 14 Jul 2021 by Bas IdsingaEdit

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