Angola

Spanning pre-colonial kingdoms, Portuguese exploration and colonisation, and an overlooked Cold War significance, Angola’s history and heritage form a fascinating tapestry that stretches from the capital, Luanda, into its idyllic interior. Remnants of colonial architecture stand side by side with monuments of revolution and dramatic brutalism, as the capital city modernises at a frenetic pace. Away from city life, Angola’s countryside unfolds into awe-inspiring waterfalls and bountiful national parks and nature reserves that rival anywhere on the continent.

Our tour begins in Luanda, exploring its coastal corniche, UNESCO-listed San Miguel Fortress and historic sites. We then travel to Lubango, visit local tribes and admire the dramatic Tundavala Gap. Following the spectacular Serra da Leba road, we reach the beaches of Mocamedes, camp beneath the stars in the Namibe Desert and sail to the abandoned colonial island of Baia dos Tigres.