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Handy tools for your trip to Angola

14 small, practical helpers that prepare your trip and help you along the way. Click a tool to open it in a window, or go to the tool's own page. Everything works directly in your browser, without an account. The rates, guidelines and times shown are indicative; always check the current, official source before you leave.

Plan your trip4

Money & essentials5

Explore & discover3

Culture & fun2

Kwanza currency converter

Convert between the Angolan kwanza (AOA) and the currency of your country.

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Exchange rates for guidance only, last updated on 25 July 2026. Rates for the kwanza move a lot, so always check the current rate before you leave atWise (live rate), and read more about paying in our guide to money in Angola.

Time difference with Angola

Angola uses West Africa Time (UTC+1), all year round and with no daylight saving.

Luanda, Angola--:--:--West Africa Time (UTC+1)
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Angola stays on UTC+1 all year (no daylight saving). The UK matches Angola in summer and is 1 hour behind in winter; most of Western Europe matches Angola in winter and is 1 hour ahead in summer. More practical travel tips inour travel tips for Angola.

Plug & adapter check

Angola uses plug types C and F at 220 volts / 50 Hz. Choose your country of departure.

This is a general indication. If you are unsure about your specific device, check the voltage label (almost all EU devices are 100-240V). More on what to pack in ourAngola packing list.

Tip calculator

Work out a suggested tip. Slide the percentage to whatever you feel is appropriate.

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This is a guideline, not a fixed percentage. Tipping is not expected or customary everywhere in Angola, and what is appropriate varies by situation. Read the context in our guide tomoney and paying in Angola and check whether a service charge is already included in the price.

Flight time to Luanda

An indication of the total travel time to Luanda from major airports worldwide.

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These are indicative estimates including a typical stopover. Exact times vary by booking, airline and layover length. Read more about routes and airlines in our guide toflights to Angola.

Visa checker

A general indication of whether and how you arrange a visa for Angola, with the right guide for your passport. Not a substitute for the official source.

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    This is a general indication. Visa rules change regularly and vary by situation. Always check the current, official rules before you book and depart viathe official SME portal evisa.ao,our Angola visa guide and the travel advice from your own government.

    Portuguese audio phrasebook

    Listen to handy basic Portuguese phrases. Portuguese is the official language of Angola.

    • OláHello
    • Bom diaGood morning
    • Boa noiteGood evening
    • Por favorPlease
    • ObrigadoThank you (said by a man)
    • ObrigadaThank you (said by a woman)
    • SimYes
    • NãoNo
    • Com licençaExcuse me / may I get past
    • DesculpeSorry
    • Fala inglês?Do you speak English?
    • Quanto custa?How much does it cost?
    • Onde fica...?Where is...?
    • A conta, por favorThe bill, please
    • Não entendoI do not understand
    • Ajuda!Help!

    The pronunciation is computer-generated (pt-PT) and therefore an approximation. Read more about the language in Angola in our guide which language is spoken in Angola.

    Trip countdown planner

    Enter your departure date and get a tickable preparation timeline.

    The periods mentioned are guidelines, not official deadlines. Processing times for visas and vaccinations change; always check the current, official source. Your progress is saved only in your own browser.

    Province explorer

    Filter Angola's 21 provinces by location and how developed they are for tourism.

    Location
    Tourism

    • LuandaDeveloped for tourismCoastCapital and hub: the bay, museums, nightlife and the island of Mussulo nearby.Luanda guide
    • BenguelaDeveloped for tourismCoastColonial coastal city with beaches, plus the port city of Lobito with the famous Restinga peninsula.Benguela guide
    • NamibeDeveloped for tourismCoastWhere desert meets ocean: the town of Moçâmedes, the Namib desert and Iona National Park.Namibe guide
    • HuílaDeveloped for tourismInlandHighlands around Lubango, with the Tundavala gorge and the Serra da Leba pass as icons.Lubango guide
    • MalanjeDeveloped for tourismInlandHome of the Kalandula Falls and the Black Rocks of Pungo Andongo.Malanje guide
    • CabindaEmergingCoastAn exclave between the two Congos, with the Maiombe rainforests. Practically reachable only by plane.Cabinda guide
    • HuamboEmergingInlandThe central highlands; once "Nova Lisboa", today a city being rebuilt, with a mild climate.Huambo guide
    • Icolo e BengoEmergingCoastA new province (2024) around Catete, split off from Luanda; the new international airport is here too.
    • BengoEmergingCoastRight around the capital region; rivers, lagoons and part of the Kissama area.Kissama guide
    • Cuanza SulEmergingCoastA coastal province between Luanda and Benguela, with waterfalls (Cachoeiras de Binga) and a coffee history.
    • ZaireFor pioneersCoastA northern coastal province with Mbanza Kongo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the heart of the old Kingdom of Kongo.Mbanza Kongo guide
    • Cuanza NorteFor pioneersInlandGreen interior along the Cuanza river; barely any tourist infrastructure yet.
    • UígeFor pioneersInlandA coffee province in the north, hilly and green; for seasoned travellers.
    • BiéFor pioneersInlandThe geographical heart of Angola, on the central plateau around Cuíto.
    • MoxicoFor pioneersInlandA vast east with the sources of the Zambezi; since 2024 split into Moxico and Moxico Leste.
    • Moxico LesteFor pioneersInlandA new eastern province (2024) around Cazombo, on the upper reaches of the Zambezi.
    • CuandoFor pioneersInlandA new province (2024) in the far south-east; wilderness towards the Okavango systems.
    • CubangoFor pioneersInlandAround Menongue; together with Cuando this formed the province of Cuando Cubango until 2024.
    • CuneneFor pioneersInlandA border province with Namibia, home to the Himba and Mucubal communities among others.
    • Lunda NorteFor pioneersInlandA diamond region in the north-east; culturally rich (Tchokwe), yet almost untouched by tourism.
    • Lunda SulFor pioneersInlandThe southern Lunda province around Saurimo; savannah and rivers, still without tourist routes.

    Since the 2024 reorganisation, Angola has 21 provinces (previously 18). The labels "developed", "emerging" and "for pioneers" are our editorial assessment of the tourist infrastructure, not an official classification. Start your exploration withthe finest sights.

    Distance & travel-time calculator

    Choose two destinations and see the road distance, driving time and whether a flight exists.

    Distances are rounded indications; actual driving times depend heavily on road surface, season (rainy season!) and checkpoints along the way. Flight durations are indicative and schedules change, so confirm with the airline. Never set off without current local information. More in our guides to transport in Angola,renting a car and theindividual routes.

    Golden hour calculator

    Sunrise, sunset and the finest photo light for each destination.

    Sunrise: · golden hour until Sunset: · golden hour from

    Times in Angolan time (UTC+1, no daylight saving), calculated astronomically and accurate to within a few minutes; cloud cover and terrain (mountains!) determine the real light. Need inspiration? Explorethe finest beaches andthe Miradouro da Lua.

    The Big Angola Quiz

    25 questions about culture, food, music and geography. How much do you already know?

    Test your knowledge before you go. After each question you see the correct answer with a link to the article where you can read more about it.

    All answers come straight from our guides. Fancy more background? Start withthe culture of Angola.

    Angola trip cost calculator

    Pick your travel style, nights and group size and see a budget that adds up, in your currency.

    1 Your trip
    Show prices in
    2 nights30 nights
    2 Travel style

    Daily budgets per person from our cost guide. Each card already shows what your whole trip would cost in that style, so you can compare at a glance.

    3 International flights optional

    We do not guess airfares. Our guide quotes roughly 700 to 1,400 euro return from the Netherlands or Belgium; search live prices for your dates and enter the figure here.

    Estimated total

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    Indicative split, derived from the sample budgets in our cost guide. The five lines add up exactly to the on-the-ground figure.

    International flightsNot entered. Add a fare in step 3 to include it.
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    Travel insurance30 to 80 euro per person for two weeks, scaled to your trip
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    Estimated total
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    Not in this estimate

    Five ways to bring this number down
    1. Leave Luanda quickly. One or two nights in the capital, then head out: the same hotel standard costs far less in Benguela, Lobito or Lubango.
    2. Eat where locals eat. A plate of funge with fish at a neighbourhood eatery costs a fraction of a hotel restaurant.
    3. Travel in May or October. Shoulder season: dry weather, fewer crowds and better fares than July, August and December.
    4. Share transport. Group up with other travellers for 4x4 hires to Kalandula or Iona.
    5. Carry cash and get an eSIM. ATM fees and hotel Wi-Fi add up; card acceptance outside Luanda is limited.

    More in our Angola trip cost guide.

    Compare flightsFares swing a lot. Check live prices for your dates.Travel insuranceLook for medical evacuation cover, not just cancellation.

    These are planning figures, not quotes. The daily budgets and the category split come from ourAngola trip cost guide; they exclude visa fees and domestic flights. Luanda pushes the average up; smaller cities pull it down. Euro and pound figures are converted from US dollars at an indicative rate (Wise (live rate), 25 July 2026). Some links above are affiliate links, marked as sponsored. We earn a small commission if you book, at no extra cost to you.

    Travel gear advisor

    Three choices, and you see which gear suits your trip.

    When are you travelling?
    What kind of trip?
    With children?
    • eSIM with data for Angola (arrange before departure)View →
    • Universal travel adapter (type C/F, 220V)
    • Insect repellent (DEET) and light long clothing for the evening
    • High-factor sun cream and a hat
    • Reusable water bottle (for bought or filtered water)
    • Copies of your documents (physical and digital)
    • Basic first-aid kit (ORS, painkillers, plasters)
    • Power bank for on the go
    • Light rain jacket or poncho
    • Waterproof cover or dry bag for your electronics
    • A warm layer for cool evenings (cacimbo, highlands)
    • A smart outfit for restaurants and going out
    • Sturdy walking shoes
    • Binoculars for safari and birdwatching
    • Head torch or flashlight
    • Duffel or backpack (handier than a suitcase on rough roads)
    • Quick-drying clothing to wash on the go
    • Travel pillow for long journeys
    • Entertainment for the children (games, a tablet with downloads)
    • Children's sun cream and child-friendly insect repellent
    • Familiar snacks for on the go

    This is a general guideline, not a complete packing list and not medical advice (ask your travel clinic about malaria prevention among other things). Read the full guide inwhat to bring to Angola.

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