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Tourism in Guinea-Bissau

Tourism in Guinea-Bissau is still developing and is not yet well-established. According to the United States Department of State, there is no formal tourism industry infrastructure that exists in the country,[1] In 2019, Guinea-Bissau received 52,400 international visitors, a decrease from 55,000 in 2018.[2] In 2022, the government has identified the tourism sector as having significant growth potential and has dedicated more investment to develop the industry in the country.[3]

Carnival celebration in Guinea-Bissau

Overview

Effigy of Bissau

Guinea-Bissau is a small West African country that is approximately 36,125 square kilometers in area and has a total population of 2,132,325.[4] Guinea-Bissau borders Guinea and Senegal. It is listed by the United Nations as a least developed country.[5] There is just one international airport that serves the country, Osvaldo Vieira International Airport.[6] Guinea-Bissau currently faces threats to its tourism sector from instability and environmental fragility.[7]

Bissau is Guinea-Bissau's capital and largest city. As a former Portuguese colony, Bissau still retains some remnants such as the Bissau Cathedral and Fortaleza de São José da Amura.[8] Bolama is a town that was previously the capital of Portuguese Guinea and some influences still remain.[9]

Guinea-Bissau also has a few designated natural preserves that tourists can visit. These include Orango National Park and Lagoas Cufada Natural Park.[10] The Bissagos Islands is also a tourist destination for those interested in both nature and cultural traditions.[11][12] The islands are largely uninhabited and are accessible from Bissau by boat or ferry. There are hotels on the islands that also cater to recreational fishing.[13]

Visa Policy

Main article: Visa policy of Guinea-Bissau
  Guinea-Bissau
  Visa exempt
  Visa on arrival / eVisa

All persons who are visiting Guinea-Bissau must obtain a visa either on arrival or in advance unless they are from a visa exempt country or territory.

References

  1. ^ "Guinea-Bissau International Travel Information". travel.state.gov. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  2. ^ "World Bank Open Data". World Bank Open Data. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  3. ^ "Guinea-Bissau makes gender, agriculture and tourism a priority in establishing its National Adaptation Plan | UNDP Climate Change Adaptation". www.adaptation-undp.org. 2022-08-23. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  4. ^ "Guinea-Bissau", The World Factbook, Central Intelligence Agency, 2025-02-05, retrieved 2025-02-10
  5. ^ "Least Developed Country Category: Guinea-Bissau Profile | Department of Economic and Social Affairs". www.un.org. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  6. ^ "Bissau/Osvaldo Vieira International Airport | SKYbrary Aviation Safety". skybrary.aero. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  7. ^ Martins, Andreia; Oliveira Moreira, Claudete (2024-12-21). "Tourism or sustainable tourism in the Global South? Perspectives from Guinea-Bissau". Via . Tourism Review (26). doi:10.4000/133ws. ISSN 2259-924X.
  8. ^ "The top 5 must see places in Bissau: Guinea Bissau Travel Blog". AdeAfrica. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  9. ^ "Guinea-Bissau". WeWillNomad Travel. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  10. ^ "Guinea-Bissau travel". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  11. ^ "Islands of Intrigue | HX Hurtigruten Expeditions US". www.travelhx.com. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  12. ^ LLC, thepilotwhoexplores (2021-11-28). "The Ultimate Guinea-Bissau Travel Guide". The Pilot Who Explores. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  13. ^ Collins, Chris (2023-12-15). "The 4 best places to visit in Guinea-Bissau, West Africa". WAVS. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
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