Dont want to carry too much or too little. Whats the average cash people carry when travelling around Angola?
For a two-week trip, I averaged about $60/day. My guesthouse in Luanda cost $35/night, meals were between $5-$10, and I used shared taxis or minibuses to get around. Travel budgeting in Angola depends a lot on how much comfort you want. If you’re okay with basic stays and street food, you can keep it under $70/day. Western-style places charge more, especially for food. ATMs add small fees, and you’ll want to carry enough cash daily since card use is minimal. It’s more expensive than other African countries but manageable with prep.
I spent 10 days moving through Luanda, Lobito, and Huambo, and budgeted about $75 a day. Accommodation was the biggest chunk - around $45/night for a clean, private room. Meals ranged from $4 to $15 depending on the area. Angola’s travel expenses vary by region - the capital is pricier, while smaller towns offer better value. Transport costs were modest, and SIM cards from Movicel were cheap and reliable. I’d suggest budgeting an extra cushion for emergencies or guide services if you’re venturing into national parks or rural areas.
I did Angola on a shoestring and survived on about $40-$50 a day, mostly by staying in local guesthouses and eating street food. Backpacking in Angola is doable, but you need to plan well - transport isn’t super cheap, and accommodation options are limited outside the cities. Minibuses (candongueiros) cost next to nothing, and meals from local stalls were around $3. The key is avoiding tourist traps and using local advice. Expect to pay a bit more in Luanda, where prices jump for everything from bottled water to hostel beds.
I stayed in Luanda for two weeks while working remotely, and my average spend was around $90-$100 per day. Hotels were pricey - even a basic guesthouse ran about $60-$70 per night. Meals were reasonable at local places, usually $5-$10, but international restaurants were closer to $20. Daily travel costs in Angola can add up fast, especially in urban areas. Transport, cash-only payments, and mobile data (Unitel SIM) also added to the bill. It’s not a budget destination, but manageable if you avoid luxury options and use public minibuses.