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title: "Malabo, Equatorial Guinea"
description: "Equatorial Guinea · airport SSG"
canonical: "https://sorted.travel/places/malabo"
last-updated: "2026-10-11"
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# 🇬🇶 Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea · airport SSG

## On the ground

- Safety: High degree of caution
- Currency: CFA Franc BEAC (XAF). 100 USD = 58555 XAF
- Phone code: +240
- eSIM: [https://esimdb.com/equatorial-guinea](https://esimdb.com/equatorial-guinea)
- Wikivoyage: [https://www.bradtguides.com/destinations/africa/equatorial-guinea/when-and-where-to-visit/](https://www.bradtguides.com/destinations/africa/equatorial-guinea/when-and-where-to-visit/)

## Brief

- Malabo is Spanish-speaking and uses the Central African CFA franc. Carry cash, as card acceptance and ATM reliability can be limited.
- Try local dishes such as grilled fish, plantains, cassava-based sides, spicy stews, and tropical fruit. Drink bottled water and be cautious with ice.
- Roads can be poorly lit outside central areas. Arrange airport transfers and local transport through reputable hotels or trusted drivers rather than relying on informal taxis.
- Avoid photographing government buildings, ports, airports, police, or military facilities.

## Safety and health

- Malaria is a significant risk. Consult a travel-health professional about preventive medication, use insect repellent, and sleep under insecticide-treated netting where needed. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Equatorial_Guinea))
- Drink only sealed bottled or properly treated water. Avoid ice, raw produce washed with tap water, and untreated drinks. Wear shoes on beaches and other potentially contaminated ground. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/equatorial-guinea) | [wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Equatorial_Guinea))
- Freshwater swimming and wading can expose travellers to schistosomiasis. Tsetse flies, ticks, and mosquitoes can transmit sleeping sickness, African tick-bite fever, and dengue, so use repellent and cover exposed skin. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/equatorial-guinea))
- Yellow-fever vaccination is recommended for travellers aged 9 months and older. A certificate is required when arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission risk. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/equatorial-guinea))
- Internet access has been restricted and Facebook and TikTok were reported inaccessible after a corruption video circulated. Avoid political commentary, photographing sensitive incidents, and drawing attention to online activity. ([jamaicaobserver.com](https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/09/16/facebook-tiktok-shut-off-equatorial-guinea-viral-corruption-video/))
- Reports of police violence and arbitrary detention involving foreign nationals highlight the need to carry identification, avoid confrontations with authorities, and seek consular assistance promptly if detained. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/africa-equitorial-guinea-migrants-us-arrests-bde51c874fd76b503e04a09ffc7baa98))

## Recent News

- **September 2026:** Facebook and TikTok were reportedly blocked for more than two weeks, while internet speeds were restricted after a video alleging corruption involving the vice-president went viral. This may affect communications and access to online services. ([jamaicaobserver.com](https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/09/16/facebook-tiktok-shut-off-equatorial-guinea-viral-corruption-video/))
- **September-October 2026:** Lawyers reported that police arrested and beat two people deported from the United States after they were held at Hotel Bamy in Malabo. The reports underscore concerns about detention conditions and law-enforcement conduct, although the incident involved deportees rather than ordinary tourists. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/africa-equitorial-guinea-migrants-us-arrests-bde51c874fd76b503e04a09ffc7baa98))
- **January 2026 onward:** Ciudad de la Paz was declared the official capital, but ministries and much government administration reportedly remain in Malabo and Bata. Travellers arranging government, business, or diplomatic appointments should confirm the location in advance. ([riotimesonline.com](https://www.riotimesonline.com/equatorial-guinea-explained-2026/))

_Updated 2026-10-11._

## Weather and timing

The best time to visit Malabo is during the relatively dry periods from November to February, when sightseeing, beaches and turtle-nesting areas are suitable. March to October is generally wetter, with frequent or heavy rain and cloud that can interrupt outdoor plans.

| Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January | Great | 27 | 72 | 10 |
| February | Great | 27 | 109 | 10 |
| March | OK | 27 | 158 | 9 |
| April | OK | 27 | 114 | 9 |
| May | OK | 28 | 204 | 9 |
| June | OK | 27 | 304 | 8 |
| July | OK | 25 | 326 | 6 |
| August | OK | 25 | 313 | 6 |
| September | OK | 25 | 259 | 7 |
| October | OK | 25 | 210 | 8 |
| November | Great | 26 | 123 | 9 |
| December | Great | 26 | 55 | 10 |

### Month by month

- **January (Great):** January is warm and humid, around 19-31°C, with relatively little rain on Bioko. City walks, southern beaches and turtle-nesting areas suit the dry interval.
- **February (Great):** February is hot and humid, around 21-32°C, with relatively dry weather on Bioko. Malabo sightseeing and visits to southern beaches, including turtle-nesting areas, are suitable.
- **March (OK):** March is hot and humid, around 21-31°C, with rain increasing across Bioko. Cloud and showers can interrupt walks, beach visits and excursions.
- **April (OK):** April is hot and humid, around 21-32°C, with frequent rain on Bioko. Downpours can interrupt sightseeing, beach time and outdoor excursions.
- **May (OK):** May is hot and humid, around 22-31°C, with heavy rainfall among the wettest conditions of the year. Frequent downpours can disrupt hiking, beaches and sightseeing.
- **June (OK):** June is warm and humid, around 21-29°C, with heavy rain and frequent cloud on Bioko. Outdoor plans can be interrupted by downpours.
- **July (OK):** July is warm and humid, around 21-29°C, with a rainy, cloudy pattern on Bioko. Showers can interrupt city visits, hiking and beach outings.
- **August (OK):** August is warm and humid, around 21-29°C, with frequent rain and cloud around Malabo. Outdoor excursions remain possible, though showers can disrupt them.
- **September (OK):** September is warm and humid, around 21-30°C, with heavy rainfall among Bioko's wettest conditions. Downpours can interrupt hiking, beach visits and sightseeing.
- **October (OK):** October is warm and humid, around 21-30°C, with heavy rain and frequent cloud on Bioko. Outdoor excursions can be interrupted by downpours.
- **November (Great):** November is warm and humid, around 22-30°C, with relatively dry conditions on Bioko. Malabo sightseeing and southern beach visits suit this month, including turtle-nesting areas.
- **December (Great):** December is warm and humid, around 21-31°C, with relatively dry weather on Bioko. Outdoor sightseeing, southern beaches and turtle-nesting areas are suitable.

### 7-day forecast

_Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._

| Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 27 Oct 27 Oct | 29 | 23 | 96% |
| 28 Oct 28 Oct | 30 | 23 | 63% |
| 29 Oct 29 Oct | 30 | 23 | 91% |
| 30 Oct 30 Oct | 29 | 23 | 96% |
| 31 Oct 31 Oct | 29 | 23 | 92% |
| 01 Nov 01 Nov | 30 | 23 | 92% |
| 02 Nov 02 Nov | 27 | 23 | 95% |

## Visa

Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly.

## Activities

- [Tour of Bioko Island](https://www.viator.com/tours/Equatorial-Guinea/Photo-Walk-of-the-Sipopo-Coast/d21890-208815P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 399.6 USD
- [Visit to the Ureka Waterfalls from Malabo](https://www.viator.com/tours/Equatorial-Guinea/Visit-to-the-Ureka-Waterfalls-from-Malabo/d21890-208815P4?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 456.69 USD · 8–8 HOUR
- [Visit Basile Peak The Highest Point in Equatorial Guinea](https://www.viator.com/tours/Equatorial-Guinea/Visit-Basile-Peak-The-Highest-Point-in-Equatorial-Guinea/d21890-208815P5?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 342.52 USD

More on the HTML page: https://sorted.travel/places/malabo#activities

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