Pointe Noire, Republic of the Congo

Cruise Port

Pointe Noire

City, department and commune of the Republic of the Congo.

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Overview

Pointe Noire is a cruise port in Republic of the Congo. It lies on the coast at approximately -4.798, 11.85.

About Pointe Noire

Pointe-Noire is the second largest city and main economic centre in the Republic of the Congo, with a population of 1,420,612 inhabitants in 2023. Since the 2002 constitution, it has also been an autonomous department and a commune; before this date it was the capital of the Kouilou region. It is situated on a headland between Pointe-Noire Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and is located near the border with Angola.

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

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Pointe Noire — 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 Pointe Noire

Wikimédia République du Congo - Pointe Noire.
Wikimédia République du Congo - Pointe Noire.
Wikimédia République du Congo - Pointe Noire.
Wikimédia République du Congo - Pointe Noire.
Séjour à Pointe Noire 2024.
Séjour à Pointe Noire 2024.
Pointe Noire Congo Coats of Arms
Pointe Noire Congo Coats of Arms

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 29°C in Feb and coolest around 25°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
28°
24°
Feb
29°
24°
Mar
29°
24°
Apr
29°
24°
May
28°
24°
Jun
26°
22°
Jul
25°
20°
Aug
26°
21°
Sep
27°
22°
Oct
28°
24°
Nov
28°
24°
Dec
28°
24°

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

Where to stay

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

Cruise season & schedules

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