Bissau, Guinea-Bissau

Cruise Port

Bissau

Capital and largest city of Guinea-Bissau.

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Overview

Bissau is a cruise port in Guinea-Bissau. It lies on the coast at approximately 11.86, -15.583.

About Bissau

Bissau is the capital and largest city of Guinea-Bissau. As of 2015, it had a population of 492,004. Bissau is located on the Geba River estuary, off the Atlantic Ocean, and is Guinea-Bissau’s major port, as well as the country’s administrative and military center.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Bissau — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Bissau

Bissau-Stroossenzeen--w
Bissau-Stroossenzeen--w
Ministério da Justiça, Guiné-Bissau
Ministério da Justiça, Guiné-Bissau
Consulmar Bissau
Consulmar Bissau
Museu Militar da Luta de Libertação Nacional
Museu Militar da Luta de Libertação Nacional

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 35°C in Feb and coolest around 28°C in Aug (average daytime highs).

Jan
34°
21°
Feb
35°
21°
Mar
34°
22°
Apr
34°
23°
May
33°
24°
Jun
32°
25°
Jul
29°
25°
Aug
28°
24°
Sep
29°
24°
Oct
30°
25°
Nov
32°
23°
Dec
33°
21°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Bissau the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Bissau, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →