Equatorial Guinea Tour

3 nights, 4 days 3 Nov, 2026 – 20261106

Start Date

3 Nov, 2026

End Date

20261106

Duration

3 nights, 4 days

Price

1495

YPT is thrilled to expand our Africa tours into one of Central Africa’s most intriguing and least-explored destinations - Equatorial Guinea. Known for its secrecy, stunning biodiversity, and colonial influences, this country remains one of the most challenging places to visit, making it a true adventure for you.

Equatorial Guinea is uniquely divided between a mainland region and several distant islands. On this tour, we’ll explore Bioko Island, home to the capital city of Malabo. Malabo offers a fascinating mix of Spanish colonial architecture, vibrant local markets, and a glimpse into the country's political and cultural landscape. Beyond the capital, we will delve deeper into the island’s natural wonders, including lush rainforests, volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches and unique nightlife.

For those looking to continue their journey through this lesser-traveled region, why not extend your adventure with us to Cameroon and the Central African Republic? This tour offers the perfect opportunity to explore even more of Central Africa’s hidden gems.

Join us on this rare expedition into Equatorial Guinea - where few have ventured, and many stories await to be told.

Tour Highlight

Circle the entire island of Bioko, exploring its diverse landscapes, before venturing into the biodiverse protected jungle in the south.
Explore Malabo, one of the rare capital cities located on an island, separated from the mainland!
Visit to the top of Basile Peak, the highest point on Bioko Island, for breathtaking views over Malabo and the surrounding landscapes.

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Tuesday 3rd November – Malabo

Arrive at your convenience into Malabo – the capital city of Equatorial Guinea which is well connected with flights from Paris, Addis Ababa, and Douala.
Airport transfer to your accommodation
Pre-tour meeting will be held at the lobby of our hotel (will be disclosed before the tour commencement date) at 5:00pm to discuss the tour itinerary and to meet your fellow travellers and YPT guide.
Go for drinks at the boat-shaped casino El Barco, there’s free drinks for anyone brave enough to have a go, or you can sample a bit of local ambiance while remaining at the bar!
Dinner and overnight stay in Malabo.

Wednesday 4th November – Malabo – Baney – Rebola – Bilelipa – Riaba – Moka – Malabo

Morning

Breakfast at hotel and head out for a a guided tour of Old Malabo – as one of the only former Spanish colonies in Africa the mix of classical Spanish architecture and modern buildings built since independence make Malabo quite the unique city.
Continue on a city tour of Malabo visiting landmarks such as Independence Square, Malabo Cathedral, and the Presidential Palace.

Afternoon

Lunch at a local restaurant, we recommend the fried plantain and chicken!
Drive to Baney – a coastal town known for its historical connection to Spanish colony.
Continue onwards to Bilelipa to visit the stunning waterfalls with a 1h walk.
Hit up Riaba, a picturesque town surrounded by lush greenery.
Arrive at Moka to visit Biodiversity protection centre.
Return to Malabo for dinner and drinks – we’ll hit up another bar to explore local nightlife.
Overnight in Malabo

Thursday 5th November – Malabo – Luba – Batete – Ureka – Basile Peak – Malabo

Morning

Depart from Malabo after breakfast.
On the way we’ll cross the Puente Cope bridge, which rises out of the jungle terrain, with a chance of photo opportunities
Drive to Luba on the west of the island – the first point at which the Spanish landed and Bioko’s second largest city.
Drop by the charming village of Batete famous for it’s remaining wooden religious buildings as well as its cocoa production, which we can see in its various stages.
We visit local villages and hear about the biodiversity protection program, as well as the local Bubi culture.
Proceed to Ureka to explore its mesmerizing waterfalls and pristine landscapes.

Afternoon

Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst nature.
Drive to the very top of Basile Peak for a stunning view of the island – Pico Basilé is the tallest mountain in all of Equatorial Guinea and of the three overlapping basaltic shield volcanoes which form the island (3,011m high, or 9,878ft). Make sure to bring a rain jacket, umbrella as the weather up the top can be quite moody.
See Church of Mother Bisila – constructed 2800 meters above sea level.
Return to Malabo in the evening and overnight stay in Malabo for a farewell feast and drinks.

Friday 6th November – Malabo

Breakfast at hotel and tour concludes. Transfers to airport according to your flight out for this day only.
Group members joining our Cameroon & Central African Republic Adventure are advised to book the Ethiopian flight ET923 departing at 12:40 from Malabo and arriving at 13:25 in Douala
Arrival in Douala, the biggest city in Cameroon, located next to the Atlantic Ocean.
Overnight stay in Douala

Saturday 7th November – Yaoundé (Only for group members joining our Cameroon & CAR tour)

In the morning, we’ll be leaving Douala for Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon.
Transfer to our hotel to relax and freshen up.
A pre-tour meeting will be held at 6:00pm in the lobby of our hotel to discuss the tour itinerary and to meet your fellow travellers for the Cameroon trip.

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