Guinea-Bissau Travel Guide 🇬🇼
Complete travel guide to Guinea-Bissau — Bissau, Bijagós Archipelago, mangroves, beaches, wildlife & Creole culture
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Bissau
🌍 Regions Coastal Lowlands · Bijagós Archipelago
💱 Currency West African CFA Franc (XOF)
🗣 Language Portuguese, Crioulo
⏱ Time Zone GMT
🔌 Plug Type Type C · E — 220V
Guinea-Bissau’s Bijagós Archipelago is one of West Africa’s most pristine island groups.
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa required Passport valid 6+ months Yellow fever cert.- Visa must be obtained before arrival
- Yellow fever certificate required
- Travel insurance recommended
Always verify entry requirements with the nearest consulate.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌤 Nov–Apr Dry season — best for travel
🌧 May–Oct Rainy season
🏖 Beaches Best in dry months
🐢 Wildlife Nesting season varies
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — $30–45 / ₹2,500–₹3,800
- 🏨 Mid-range — $60–90 / ₹5,000–₹7,500
- 🏝 Island tours — $120+ / ₹10,000+
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Bissau Bijagós Archipelago Orango Islands Bolama Cacheu River Guinea-Bissau National Park🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Small domestic flights
- Boats to islands
- Shared taxis in cities
- Car hires available
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Providers — MTN · Orange
- Coverage in Bissau
- Limited on remote islands
💵 Money & Payments
- Cash widely used
- Cards accepted in some hotels
- ATMs limited
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Grilled fish & seafood
- Caldo (fish stew)
- Rice & peanut dishes
- Tropical fruits
🛡 Safety & Travel Awareness
- Generally safe with local awareness
- Avoid isolated rural areas at night
- Travel with local guides to islands
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Arrive in Bissau
- Day 2 — City & markets
- Day 3 — Ferry to Bijagós Archipelago
- Day 4 — Island exploration & beaches
- Day 5 — Return & cultural sites
❓ FAQs
Is Guinea-Bissau safe for tourists?
Generally safe in main areas, but travel with local guidance.
Is English spoken?
No. Portuguese and Crioulo are common.
Do I need cash?
Yes. Cash is essential, especially outside Bissau.
What is Guinea-Bissau best known for?
Bijagós Archipelago, islands, and marine wildlife.
🚨 Emergency Numbers
👮 Police 117
🚑 Ambulance 122
🔥 Fire 118
🩺 Tourist Help Local Authorities
🎟 Tours & Activities in Guinea-Bissau
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