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Shore Excursion Details
Mussulo Island & Boat Cruise
Luanda, Angola
Mussulo Island & Boat Cruise
DETAILS
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8
hrs Estimate Duration
OVERVIEW
Visit some of Luanda’s most significant colonial buildings and sail to Mussulo Island to enjoy lunch and free time at the beach. Tour Luanda, a capital city experiencing a rebirth following Angola’s civil war and learn that the country’s vast oil and diamond resources have fueled much of the growth and affluence evident along crescent-shaped Marginal Bay. Explore Portuguese-built San Miguel Fort, the capital’s oldest relic, which was renovated into its star shape in 1664 to improve its defensive capability. You’ll marvel at the incredible, rocket-like Agostinho Neto Mausoleum tower, built to honor Angola’s first president. In the uptown area, admire the arresting pink colonial architecture of buildings such as the Presidential Palace. Board a boat for a short transfer to Mussulo Island, formed by sediment from the Kwanza River and blessed with spectacular Atlantic-side beaches. Savor a succulent seafood lunch, a fitting repast courtesy of the cod, snapper and mahi-mahi teeming in the surrounding waters. Revel in free time to relax by the beach or pool and reflect on this nation’s spectacular resurgence.
HIGHLIGHTS
• View exquisite colonial architecture in Luanda’s capitol, experiencing a rebirth after a civil war.
• See Luanda’s oldest building, San Miguel Fort, which guards the entrance of picturesque Marginal Bay.
• Marvel at the rocket-shaped Agostinho Neto Mausoleum, built to honor Angola’s first president.
• View the Presidential Palace and other government buildings that showcase Angola’s resurgence.
• Visit Mussulo Island and relish a mouthwatering seafood lunch before relaxing with free time by the sea.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Need to Know:
Note: This tour includes approximately one hour of moderate walking and some uneven, natural and cobblestone surfaces to negotiate. It is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability and are encouraged to have an able-bodied companion to assist them. Visiting Angola is a rewarding experience; however, it is a third world country and differs from other more-developed destinations. The coaches are maintained but are basic, and the quality can vary. There is no formal guiding certification required in Angola, and to support the local community, there is primarily only local English-speaking assistance on the coaches and an audio system that will provide information via the vehicle’s PA system. Coaches do not have microphones or restrooms. Travel sometimes requires navigating bumpy dirt roads and potholes. Sites scheduled may be changed for security reasons or cancelled on short notice. If cancelled, every effort will be made to provide an alternate drive-by or stop. Timing may vary due to high traffic volume and the order of sites viewed or visited may vary. Some of the international embassies and government buildings may fall under the umbrella of "military or state defense objects,"" whereby you may not take pictures and might run into serious problems by ignoring these rules. Please ask your tour guide’s advice first. No photos are permitted in the uptown area.
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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES
Excursion Type:
Scenic & City Tours
Activity Level:
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1Easy
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2Moderate
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3Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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