Equatorial Guinea: Overview

The diminutive Equatorial Guinea is a slowly developing speck of a country that has few tourist attractions aside from its shorelines and jungle interior. It attracts adventurers looking to get off the beaten-path and explore a bit of the unknown.

FAST FACTS

Full name

Republic of Equatorial Guinea

Currency

CFA Franc BEAC, XAF (CFA)

Population

540000

Languages

  • Fang (other)
  • French (official)
  • Spanish (official)

Time zone(s)

  • GMT/UTC: +1

Voltage

220V

Hertz

50Hz

Plugs

  • European plug with two circular metal pins

    European plug with two circular metal pins

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