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Congo (Kinshasa)

Matadi / Discover the Congo's hidden gem

MeowScore 😿31/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😼
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😿
🔈 Noisiness 😾
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😿
👮‍♂️ Safety 😿

Best month

July

Ideal weather and beach relaxation 🏖️

🌇
january

Visit for the sunsets over the Congo River 🌅

🎉
february

Experience the lively Carnaval de Matadi 🎭

🏨
march

Enjoy lower hotel rates and milder temperatures 🌡️

⛰️
april

Hike to the Zongo Falls before the rainy season ☔

🏰
may

Explore the city's colonial architecture and museums 🏛️

🎤
june

Attend the vibrant Fête de la Musique festival 🎶

🏖️
july

Escape the heat and relax on Fouta Beach 🌊

🍽️
august

Savor local cuisine at the Matadi Food Festival 🍴

💦
september

Witness the impressive Maluku Waterfalls at their peak 🌊

🌾
october

Experience the city's annual agricultural fair 🌽

🎁
november

Shop for unique souvenirs at the Matadi Craft Fair 🎁

🎅
december

Celebrate Christmas in the city's vibrant streets 🎄

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Matadi has moderately priced goods and services. Prices for food and accommodations can be negotiated, but transportation can be expensive.

Negotiate prices with vendors and be mindful of transportation costs. Always agree on a price beforehand and consider sharing rides with other visiting cats.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit city

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit city

Matadi is a major port city and a transit point for people traveling to other parts of Congo.

Tipping

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No tipping in Matadi

Tipping

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No tipping in Matadi

Cash payment is preferred. Some restaurants may accept credit cards, but it is always best to have cash on hand. Splitting the bill is uncommon.

internet situation

bad Speed

Slow speeds due to limited infrastructure

bad Availability

Limited access, often unreliable

good Cellular

Relatively good coverage in urban areas

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

CDF

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic

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Cat went to a place with endless trees, but no cat food. Meowed for some mice.

Found a market full of fish, but had to watch out for speeding mopeds with no fur protection.

Things to do

The mainstream

⚡💦👀
Inga Dam
👀🦁🌳
Kundelungu National Park
🙏🌈😺
Our Lady of Peace Cathedral
🌿💦😻
Zongo Falls
🐟🌶️🍉
Boma Market

The mainstream

⚡💦👀
Inga Dam

A massive hydroelectric dam and engineering marvel. Cats can marvel at the huge turbines and watch the powerful water flow through the spillways.

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👀🦁🌳
Kundelungu National Park

A vast park filled with diverse wildlife and natural wonders. Cats can go on a safari adventure and observe the local creatures in their habitats.

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🙏🌈😺
Our Lady of Peace Cathedral

A beautiful Catholic cathedral with stunning stained-glass windows. Cats can appreciate the artistry and take a moment of quiet reflection.

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🌿💦😻
Zongo Falls

A stunning waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. Cats will love feeling the cool mist on their fur as they explore the nearby trails.

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🐟🌶️🍉
Boma Market

A bustling local market filled with vibrant colors and scents. Cats will enjoy weaving through the crowds and trying out some fresh fish.

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Off the beaten path

🎨🖼️😸
La Galerie d'Art Contemporain
🌿🏞️💦
Les Cascades de la Lukaya
📸🌉😻
La Passerelle
🌊🌞🐟
La Plage des Amoureux
🐾☕️🍰
Le Ruisseau Café

Off the beaten path

🎨🖼️😸
La Galerie d'Art Contemporain

An art gallery showcasing the works of local Congolese artists. A great way for cats to learn about the vibrant culture of Matadi.

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🌿🏞️💦
Les Cascades de la Lukaya

A scenic waterfall hike that will take cats on a journey through lush greenery to a beautiful natural wonder. Don't forget to wear comfortable hiking paws!

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📸🌉😻
La Passerelle

This pedestrian bridge offers stunning views of the Congo River and surrounding area. A great spot for cats who love a good photo op.

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🌊🌞🐟
La Plage des Amoureux

A secluded beach spot where cats can relax and soak up the sun without any crowds or distractions. Don't forget to pack some fish snacks!

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🐾☕️🍰
Le Ruisseau Café

A cozy café with delicious coffee and pastries. The perfect spot for cats who need a break from exploring the city.

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic

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Mindful meoweler tips

Matadi's bustling markets

Cats visiting Matadi should check out the colorful street markets, where vendors sell everything from fresh produce to homemade crafts. Just be sure to watch your paws in the crowds!

Sights of the Congo River

Matadi is perched on the banks of the mighty Congo River, offering stunning views of the water and the surrounding jungle. Cats can admire the scenery from the city's many lookout points.

Delicious Congolese cuisine

Cat foodies won't want to miss out on trying traditional Congolese dishes like fufu and moambe chicken. Many local restaurants also serve up fresh seafood from the Congo River.

Useful external sites

www.lonelyplanet.com/democratic-republic-of-congo/matadi

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guide for Matadi and Democratic Republic of Congo

www.booking.com/city/cd/matadi.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

Accommodation booking for Matadi

wikitravel.org/en/Matadi

Wikitravel↗

Travel information for Matadi and surrounding areas

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