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πŸ‡¬πŸ‡³ Guinea

The cool, green Fouta Djallon highlands β€” waterfalls, hiking and Fula villages β€” plus the music heritage of Conakry make Guinea a rewarding off-grid West African trip.

eVisa πŸ“… Best: Nov–Apr (dry) πŸ’΅ $100/day avg
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Capital
Conakry
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Currency
Guinean Franc (GNF)
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Language
French
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Best time
Nov–Apr (dry)
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Visa
eVisa / Visa
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Avg daily budget
$45 – $320
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Safety
Use normal caution
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Main airport
Conakry (CKY)
Overview

Why travellers love Guinea

The Fouta Djallon plateau is a trekking and waterfall paradise, while Conakry offers a famous music scene and the offshore Îles de Los.

It's adventurous and little-visited; check advisories.

Where to go

Top places in Guinea

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Fouta Djallon

Fouta Djallon

πŸ—“ 2–3 days

Highland hikes and waterfalls.

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Conakry

Conakry

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Music scene and bustling capital.

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Îles de Los

Îles de Los

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Beaches off the capital.

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Kindia

Kindia

πŸ—“ 1 day

The 'Bridal Veil' falls.

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Plan day by day

Guinea itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Fouta Djallon β†’ Conakry β†’ Îles de Los
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$225 – $1,600
1–2

Fouta Djallon

Highland hikes and waterfalls.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Nature Β· Iconic
3–4

Conakry

Music scene and bustling capital.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Culture
5

Îles de Los

Beaches off the capital.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Beach Β· Relax
Route
Fouta Djallon β†’ Conakry β†’ Îles de Los β†’ Kindia
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$315 – $2,240
1–2

Fouta Djallon

Highland hikes and waterfalls.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Nature Β· Iconic
3–4

Conakry

Music scene and bustling capital.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Culture
5–6

Îles de Los

Beaches off the capital.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Relax
7

Kindia

The 'Bridal Veil' falls.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Nature
Route
Fouta Djallon β†’ Conakry β†’ Îles de Los β†’ Kindia
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$450 – $3,200
1–3

Fouta Djallon

Highland hikes and waterfalls.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Adventure Β· Nature Β· Iconic
4–6

Conakry

Music scene and bustling capital.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ City Β· Culture
7–8

Îles de Los

Beaches off the capital.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Relax
9–10

Kindia

The 'Bridal Veil' falls.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature
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Visa & entry

Guinea visa requirements

Visa required?
Visa or eVisa for most
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
For some
eVisa
Yes
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Most visitors need a visa or e-Visa; a yellow-fever certificate is required. Always verify with the official Guinea immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Guinea visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Guinea budget guide

Budget

$45/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$320+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Guinea budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Guinea

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Fouta Djallon

Canyons, cliffs and Fula villages.

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Waterfalls

Ditinn and Bridal Veil falls.

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Conakry music

A renowned West African scene.

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Îles de Los

Easy island beaches.

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Doucki trekking

Famous guided highland hikes.

Blog

Guinea travel articles

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