Fam Trip / APRIL 2026

MUMBA & CUATIR EXPERIENCE, with LUBANGO, IONA NP & MALANGE

Run in conjunction with Secret Angola - a locally based DMC.​

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12 Days / 11 Nights

4th to 15th June 2026

Estimated price per person: € 1,330 Euro (Total 2660 minus a 50% contribution from Angola Tourism.

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ACCOMMODATION

Hotel Continental Horizonte

Cuatir Safari Camp

Mumba Lodge

Casper Lodge,

Iona Namibe Hotel

Kahombo Resort

 

VISITING

Cuatir Conservation Project

Mumba Lodge Farm Activities

Iona National Park

Ngendelengo and Mwila Tribes

Kalandula Falls and Pungo Andong

 

• Day 1 – 04th June: Luanda

Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. City tour of Luanda and its main sights, including the Iron Palace, a walking tour of Merchants’ Street, the Anthropology Museum, the Fortress of São Miguel and the Armed Forces Museum. Lunch and return to the hotel to rest. In the evening, dinner at a local restaurant.

 

• Day 2 – 05th June: Luanda – Menongue - Cuatir

Your guide will meet you after arrival at Menongue airport Depart by car from Menongue to Cuatir Conservation Project (7.0hrs drive time) We cross the Cubango river by barge 35km north of Savate Lunch on the way Late afternoon game drive on the Cuatir floodplains if time permits. Dinner at base camp

 

• Day 3 – 06th June: Cuatir

We spend the day at the Cuatir Nature Reserve. Game drives, walking trails with San tracker Lunch at Cuatir basecamp Afternoon game drive. Sundowners on the way. Dinner at basecamp Accommodation at Cuatir base camp– Full board

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• Day 4 – 7th June: Cuatir– Menongue– Mumba Lodge

Departure from Cuatir directly to Mumba Lodge. Rest, nature, and authenticity in the heart of Huíla province, nestled between valleys, savannas, and the cool mountain breeze, stands Mumba Lodge— a destination designed for those seeking a break from routine and a reconnection with nature. Located near Mumba Farm, the lodge blends rustic comfort with rural charm, offering a warm hospitality experience inspired by the culture and lifestyle of Angola.

 

• Day 5 – 8th June: Mumba Lodge / Lubango

Departure from Menongue to Lubango (5hrs drive) Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon visit to the Cristo Rei viewpoint for a privileged view of Lubango and Tundavala Gap. Check in at Casper Lodge.

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• Day 6 – 9th June: Lubango / Chibia

In the morning, departure to Chibia to visit the Mwila tribe, well known for their distintive beaded necklaces and traditional dances, which remain an important part of their cultural identity. After the visit, return to Lubango for Lunch at a local restaurante. During the afternoon, We'll spend the afternoon with an hotel site inspection, visiting the Serra da Chela Hotel, Pulukwa Resort and conclude with a visit to Kimbo do Soba, where we'll also have dinner. Return to

Casper Lodge for accommodation.

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• Day 07 – 10th June: Lubango /Namibe

After breakfast, check-out and departure towards the Serra da Leba. Stop at the panoramic viewpoint overlooking one of Angola’s most iconic landscapes, with views over the widing road descending the mountains– a remarkable engineering achievement. Continue with the descent of Serra da Leba, curve after curve, down to the foothills, with a stop at the Mangueiras Market, a lively local market typical of the region. Continue towards Namibe (Moçâmedes), a drive of approximately two hours, during which the landscape gradually changes fron the green highlands to the open desert plains. Arrival in Namibe around lunchtime. In the afternoon, visit the mouth of the Giraúl River, before continuing to Yona Namibe Hotel to overnight.

 

• Day 08 – 11th June: Namibe / Iona National Park

Discover Iona National Park and its the golden dunes where the desert meets the sea, revealing a unique and resilient fauna. Lunch in Tombwa, followed by visits to the iconic welwitchia mirabilis, Arcos Lagoon and the colourful Curoca Hills (grand canyon). Continue to Moçâmedes for overnight at Yona Namibe Hotel.

 

• Day 09 – 12th June: Namibe / Luanda

This morning we will inspect local hotels and learn more about the city of Moçamedes and its current growth and potential for tourism. Early lunch and at 1:30 pm transfer to the airport for return to Luanda. Transfer to the

hotel and dinner.

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• Day 10 – 13th June : Luanda / Malange

Depart Luanda to Malanje (approx.5-6 hours' drive, stopping in Dondo for a light lunch. Upon arrival in

the Malange region, visit the iconic Pungo Andongo rock formation for panoramic views and photos, followed by

dinner and overnight at the hotel.

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• Day 11 – 14th June: Malange / Luanda

Early in the morning, we continue journey to Pousada, offering excellent photo opportunities of Kalandula

Waterfalls with optional walk to the base of the falls. Site inspection to Pousada. Mid morning, departure to Luanda

via Ndalatando. Dinner and overnight.

 

• Day 12 – 15th June: LUANDA - Departure Day

Transfer to the international airport