HEALTH AND VISA REQUIREMENTS
All visitors to Angola need a visa to enter the
country. In order to apply for a visa the
prospective visitors needs a “Letter of Invite”
written in Portuguese from the party to be
visited in Angola. Letters of invite will be
supplied to all guests upon confirmation of their
booking. The visa application process takes
approximately 4 weeks.
When flying into Luanda, visitors should provide
proof of Yellow Fever inoculation by ways of a
valid “Yellow card”. Failure to present a “Yellow
Card” could result in entry being denied or
visitors could be liable to a fine of up to US$
100.
Rio Longa Lodge has a tropical climate and due to
its proximity to water, mosquitoes can be a
problem. Malaria precautions are advisable.
Although the water from the river is clean, it is
only used for washing and showers; bottled water
is supplied for drinking.
CLIMATE
Western Angola has a moderate climate and
although temperatures in summer rarely raises
above 35’C, the humidity is very high. During the
night temperatures normally cools down to a
comfortable 20’C. Winter temperatures are
moderate with daytime temperatures around 25’C
dropping to about 12’C at night.
The raining season normally starts around
February and will last until June.
WHAT TO TAKE?
Clothing and personal items.
It is recommended to pack light cotton clothing,
with a windbreaker for cool evenings and
mornings. Long sleeves and trouser are
recommended after dark to keep the mosquitoes at
bay. Comfortable sandals make for easy removing
when getting in and out of the boats and should
be allowed to get wet.
A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen are essential
items to pack as well as mosquito repellent and
personal medication.
Camera and plenty of film is a must.
Fishing Tackle
Fishing Tackle at the Lodge consists of
surfcasting gear, 12-foot graphite rods and some
boat fishing gear.
Although reels are available, we recommend
anglers to take their own reels and a variety of
lures for casting and trolling. Included in the
rates are the usage of any of the Lodge tackle
and supply of basic terminal tackle like hooks,
sinkers, leaders, etc. Proven lures will be
stocked at the Lodge, but anglers will be
expected to pay for lost lures at cost.
Light tackle and fly-fishing equipment are not
supplied and anglers should bring their own.
Insurance
Visitors are recommended to take out personal
travel insurance or check that their personal
insurance allows for visits to Angola.
Money
For payments at the lodge and any purchases
within Angola, it is recommended to take along
some US dollars in cash and in small
denominations.
