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Guinea-Bissau

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About

Guinea-Bissau, not to be misunderstood with its neighbor Guinea(-Conakry). Some people call it the cashew republic, not strange seen the fact that in the right time of the trees are full with the colorful cashew fruits and streets are filled with bags of cashew. In Guinea-Bissau you see a lot of green surrounding.

Last updated 3 Sept 2020 by Cycle PlanetEdit

Routes

Visa

Most nationalities need a visa for entering Guinea-Bissau. Getting the visa in Senegal, Ziguinchor is very easy!

Guinea-Bissau

Visa exempt

Visa on arrival / eVisa

Source: Wikipedia.

Last updated 14 Mar 2021 by Bas IdsingaEdit

Where to get a visa for Guinea-Bissau (1)

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  1. Embassy1. Embassy for Guinea-Bissau in Senegal (Zinguinchor)Guinea-Bissau, ZinguinchorOne of the easiest places to obtain a visa. In about 5 minutes you walk out of the embassy with a fresh visa in your hand. You only need a passport and cash to…

Border crossings (2)

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  1. Border crossing1. Candembel (Guinea-Bissau) – Simbeli (Guinea)To GuineaYou can only reach this border crossing by foot or bicycle. You need to get the entry/exit stamp from Guinea-Bissau in the village of Candembel. Afterwards… 1
  2. Border crossing2. Ziguinchor (Senegal) – Sao Domingos (Guinea-Bissau)To SenegalQuite an easy border crossing on both sides. 1

See and do (2)

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  1. See & do1. BissauSee & doIt’s not the most exciting city to visit, but at least you’ll be able to charge your wallet, your own body and your supplies. And if you do want to chill, you…
  2. See & do2. Ilha de BubaqueSee & doRent a kayak or a mountain bike (or use your own :)) and explore the many islands. It’s also a great place to rest.

Sleeping

Staying with locals

Not very common, only big cities offer CS 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

Some places have accomodation, but it’s expensive. Think about 10.000 CFA for the cheapest price.

Wild camping

Possible, but there are lots of people everywhere, so consider asking permission first. In a range of 30 km from the border to Senegal, there might be some land mines, so try to go pat this range.

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Safety

Generally safe to cycle, be cautious in big cities.

Last updated 3 Sept 2020 by Cycle PlanetEdit

Food and drink

Onroad: Egg with bread (±700 CFA) Local food: Rice,Fufu, soup Local drink: Palm wine

Last updated 3 Sept 2020 by Cycle PlanetEdit

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