Lubango
Angola
- Safety rating
- 5.5/10
- Best time to visit
- Visit from May to September for crisp, dry highland weather ideal for hiking and scenic drives.
- Population
- 0.9M
Overview
Set in cool southern highlands, Lubango is Angola's most scenic city, watched over by a Rio-style Cristo Rei statue. The nearby Tundavala Gap and the hairpin Serra da Leba pass deliver some of the country's most jaw-dropping viewpoints.
Top attractions
Highlights include the Cristo Rei statue, the sheer Tundavala Gap, and the serpentine Serra da Leba mountain pass.
Getting around
Shared taxis and minibuses cover town, but a rented vehicle or hired driver is best for reaching the dramatic surrounding escarpments.