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6-Day Southern Angola Safari

A dramatic journey across southern Angola — where mountain escarpments, tribal cultures, desert dunes, and Atlantic wilderness meet in one continuous expedition.

6 Days / 5 NightsAngolaWildlife Safari
6 DaysDuration
5Nights
AngolaDestination
Wildlife SafariTrip style
Tailor-madeDates & lodges adjustable

Trip Overview

A dramatic journey across southern Angola — where mountain escarpments, tribal cultures, desert dunes, and Atlantic wilderness meet in one continuous expedition.

Day By Day Itinerary

Day1

Luanda → Lubango

Fly from the capital into the highland city of Lubango

Begin your journey from coastal urban energy to cool mountain landscapes.

Day2

Lubango Highlands Experience

Tundavala Gap • Cristo Rei • Mumuila Communities

Explore one of Angola’s most dramatic escarpments at Tundavala, enjoy panoramic viewpoints, and engage with the Mumuila people, known for their rich cultural traditions in southern Angola’s highlands.

Day3

Lubango → Serra da Leba → Namibe

Hungueria Waterfall • Serra da Leba Pass • Coastal Descent

Drive through the iconic Serra da Leba zigzag mountain road, descending from plateau highlands into the Atlantic desert coast.

Day4

Namibe → Virei → Mucubal Territory

Rock Art Sites • Desert Nomadic Culture

Journey into the interior desert region of Virei to discover ancient rock engravings and meet the Mucubal pastoral communities, known for their semi-nomadic lifestyle.

Day5

Namibe → Tombwa → Cunene River Mouth

Desert Meets Ocean Convergence

Travel deeper into the Namib desert toward Tombwa and the Cunene River Mouth, where desert dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean. Expect wildlife, remote landscapes, and dramatic coastal wilderness.

Day6

Cunene → Arco → Red Canyon → Luanda

Return Journey Through Desert Sculptures

Cross surreal desert formations, including Arco landscapes and red canyon zones, before returning to Luanda by flight or overland transfer.

KEY DESTINATIONS ON THE MAP:Luanda – Entry & exit gateway, lubango – Highland base city, tundavala Gap – Massive escarpment viewpoint, serra da Leba – Iconic winding mountain pass, namibe Desert – Atlantic-edge desert wilderness, virei – Rock art & tribal interior and cunene River Mouth – Desert meets ocean ecosystem

Luanda • Lubango • Namibe • Cunene River Mouth

A dramatic journey across southern Angola — where mountain escarpments, tribal cultures, desert dunes, and Atlantic wilderness meet in one continuous expedition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this itinerary be customised?

Yes. Every trip can be shortened, extended, combined with another country or moved to a different lodge tier. Tell us what you would change and we will rebuild it around your dates.

How do I get a price for this trip?

Prices depend on your dates, group size and the lodge tier you choose. Send a quote request and our Kampala team replies within 48 hours with a day by day itinerary and a fixed price.

What is not included?

Unless the itinerary says otherwise, international flights, visa fees, travel insurance, tips and personal expenses are not included. Park fees, permits and the accommodation listed in the itinerary are planned into your quote.

Can I travel solo or as a couple?

Yes. Trips run as private departures for solo travellers, couples, families and small groups, and are priced for the number of people travelling.

Let's plan your journey

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