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Activate Map NowOnly 27km from Bela Vista is the popular Maputo Special Reserve (officially known as "Maputo Special Reserve" or in Portuguese "Reserva Especial de Maputo"). Although not a "Big 5" game reserve, elephants, giraffe, hippos, zebra, crocodiles, antelope, flamingos and a wide variety of birds can be spotted in this unspoilt reserve, whilst efforts to restock wildlife is an ongoing process
Snorkeling in the 'Coral Gardens': Only a short boat trip with snorkels and Goggles will take you to an amazing shallow coral reef called the Coral Gardens or Barreira Vermelha. Staghorn Coral, Brain Coral, Plate Coral and more, give home to a large variety of tropical fish!
Visitors will be pleasantly treated with a game drive through the Maputo Special Reserve before reaching the Machangulo Peninsula. Spot various wildlife from elephants to giraffes, zebra, antelope, flamingos, crocodiles, hippos, birdlife among others ...
The elevated beach dunes prove to be a perfect vantage point for seasonal whale watching (July to September) where humpback whales can be seen playfully spyhopping, lobtailing and breaching.
And if you are around between October and March, you could observe leatherback and loggerhead turtles nesting on the beaches or if you're lucky, their turtle hatchlings scrambling to sea if your timing is right.
The Fascinating Xefina island used to be a prison back in the colonial days and today, you can climb on top of massive cannons that were used to protect the Maputo harbour from intruders in World War 2. Accommodation can also be found on Xefina Island.
This seaside holiday resort is located along the stunning coast of the Maputo Special Reserve offering miles of untouched beaches, magnificent beach and ocean views, reefs teeming with marine life and a diversity of wildlife to spot within the picturesque reserve ...
Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...
Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...
Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...
Ponta Membene is a perfect holiday destination for those looking for complete tranquility surrounded by pure nature on camping grounds only with convenient communal facilities available ...
Ponta Milibangalala is located in the Maputo Special Reserve offering holiday seekers the opportunity to go on an adventurous game drive where elephants, hippos, crocodiles, antelope, zebras, giraffe among others roam in this peaceful reserve of large lakes, wetlands, majestic plains, grasslands, coastal and mangrove forests
Safely walk for miles along pristine unspoilt beaches amongst some of the highest coastal dunes in the world offering remarkable ocean and sunset views. Snorkel and explore various tidal and rock pools home to small fish, crabs, molluscs and other tiny marine life - a fun beach activity especially for kids ...
Find beautiful pansy shells off the beaches of Santa Maria during a spring low tide, full or new moon.
Barra is located within the well known diving hotspot of the Manta Coast offering diving enthusiasts the opportunity to explore an array of beautiful reefs close by.
Kayak around the stunnning Govuro River delta estuary in Bartolomeu Dias Point is where one can explore numerous mangroves and tropical islands.
Santa Carolina (One of the Bazaruto Islands) hosted the popular and well known TV Show 'Survivor South Africa' in 2010.
Don't forget to pack your fishing gear! You don't want to miss opportunities to catch fresh fish off Mozambique's coast for your evening cookups and if you have the opportunity to bring some kayaks along, then do so because the Inharrime Lagoon is a treat to explore on floating vessels! Remember a 4x4 is required to reach Canda Island.
The Manta Reef is approximately 4km off shore from the Coconut Bay launch site and is one of the few manta ray cleaning stations world-wide! This rocky coral reef offers divers the opportunity for up close encounters with these magnificent creatures whose wingspan can reach some 7 metres across.
Various studies have shown that the reefs of the Mozambique Channel are home to almost 400 species of coral making it one of the most diverse coral populations on the planet!
If you are in town in November then the annual dhow race is something not to be missed. It draws huge crowds and offers the winner substantial price money (almost the equivalent of their annual earnings!)
Inharrime was once served by an isolated narrow gauge railway from the port of Inhambane which serviced local plantations and food processing factories
Visit the stunnning Govuro River delta 36km north of Inhassoro where one can explore numerous mangroves and tropical islands.
Various studies have shown that the reefs of the Mozambique Channel are home to almost 400 species of coral making it one of the most diverse coral populations on the planet!
Migrating whales can be seen breaching off the coast of Barra between September and October, so keep an eye out for these magnificent creates if you are travelling to Mozambique during this migration period.
Either take a leisurely stroll or a fat-bike from the main beach 2½km north to Fingers Reef where (during low tide) you can enjoy some snorkelling. Pansy Island further south is also popular for its snorkelling and for collecting pansy shells of course.
Believe it or not - boarding a ferry to Inhambane is the fastest way to get there than by road (and vice versa)
Explore the stunning mangrove estuary averaging 2km wide home to a wide variety of waterbird species including the flamingo
Each dive site in Morrungulo Bay is well known for sightings of green / leatherback turtles, a variety of sharks such as the hammerhead, bull shark, tiger shark, leopard shark and oceanic black tip shark as well as various rays like the manta ray, eagle ray and devil ray. Resident potato bass can be seen guarding the reef whilst huge shoals of of pelagic game fish like the barracuda and kingfish circle above.
Not only does Paindaine's 1.5km reef provide shelter and calm conditions, it's also home to a vast variety of tropical fish species and coral life, making this a snorkeler's paradise for all ages and claims to be one of best snorkeling reefs along Mozambique's coastline!
Ponta Falsa (the tip of Pomene beach) has some great rocky cliff features including the "whole in the wall" and a huge blowhole. Explore the ruins of the Old Pomene Hotel which was once the holiday home of Samora Machel where one can admire beautiful bay views
The lakes near Quissico offers a range of exciting activities to do including kayaking, skiing, parasailing, canoeing and kitesurfing. Anglers have the opportunity to catch kingfish, grunter and various other fish species. The lakes are ideal for exploring. You can take a long boat trip north through numerous lakes and winding water channels towards Inharrime where magnificent scenery and an abundance of birdlife is there to appreciate!
Beneath the ocean depths off Rocha's coastline are 4 spectacular reefs to endlessly explore namely Praia da Rocha Reef, Chambers of Secrets Reef, Simons Town Reef and Krakatoa reef a little south of Rocha
Above sea and on land, this diverse ecosystem is home to wildlife you wouldn't quite expect including Livingstone's Eland, Kudu, Sable antelope, Blue Wildebeest, Plains Zebra, Giraffe, Nyala, Duiker and Steenbok. And magnificent flocks of pelicans and flamingos is a sight to behold.
Tofo Bay is ideally situated along the well renowned Manta Coast - a popular dive site region for all levels of diving experience with over 30 dive sites to explore.
The bay waters are clear, calm and relatively shallow between mainland and the islands providing ideal conditions for kitesurfing and safe bathing. Diving, snorkeling and big game fishing is extremely popular within the Bazaruto Archipelago and is renowned as one of the best fishing regions off Mozambique's coast for black marlin.
Zavora is a beautiful beach renowned for its huge protective reef running 2km parallel and close to the shoreline. This reef acts as a natural tidal pool with shallow, calm waters, perfect for activities such as snorkeling, swimming and fishing
Bilene is well known for its close proximity to Johannesburg and is very popular with South Africans due to the leisure options that the lagoon offers.
Although there are many stunning inland lakes near Chidenguele, Nhambavale is the largest, stretching for an impressive 23km. Lake Nhambavale offers holiday-makers the opportunity to enjoy kayaking, windsurfing, fishing, snorkeling, whale watching and birding.
The Limpopo River is Africa's 2nd longest river stretching approximately 1,750 kilometres and a catchment area of 415,000 square kilometres.
Spend a day of endless snorkeling with the massive 4km reef running parallel to Chongoene's beach which also offers safe bathing and calm waters for the entire family
Wenela tidal pool is a natural underwater blowhole located approximately 2km south of Xai Xai. The spectacular blowhole effect occurs when immense tidal pressure from the ocean forces water through an underwater channel beneath the reef. This is definitely a tidal pool to see and not swim in!
Navigate your 4x4 up the southern hill of the river mouth where the old Monte Belo lighthouse is located. Built in 1914, the lighthouse still operates today and stands 14 meters (46 ft) high offering spectacular 360° views of the estuary, bush, beach and surrounding coastal wilderness.
The Chicamba Dam ecosystem attracts a prolific amount of birdlife and wildlife you can expect to see (depending on where about you visit around Chicamba Dam) includes giraffe, zebra, ostrich, vervet monkeys, horses, antelope among others.
Chimoio (formerly known as Vila Pery under Portuguese administration) won its first Mozambican Football Championship title in 1969!
The Chinhamapere Rock Art site is considered sacred by the by the Shona people and is used for rain making ceremonies; rain dance animals depicted in rock paintings are usually large herbivores such as antelope or hippos!
Hop onto a ferry for a 25 minute ride to Maputo and admire spectacular views of Maputo, the bay and the modern Maputo Katembe Bridge that's very akin to the renowned Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco which is beatifully lit up like a Christmas tree at night ...
Maputo is where historical monuments with beautiful architecture still stand and where museums invite you to tell the story behind Mozambique's rich colonial history. Interesting places to visit includes the Natural History Museum, The Central Railway Station in Maputo, Maputo City Hall, The Iron House in Maputo, Jardim Tunduru in Maputo, Maputo Catholic Cathedral, Maputo Special Reserve nearby and Xefina Island.
Mozambicans love clothes and if you have spare clothes (especially board shorts), then remember to take some with you, to trade with!
The Island of Mozambique has played an important role since the 10th century in intercontinental trade to the East, in the 16th century is was an established and wealthy trading port for ships sailing on monsoon winds and where cargoes of ivory, gold and slaves were traded for fabrics and spices from India and Arabia.
To help sustain and support the local community, it would be appreciated if you bring unwanted supplies along such as clothes, toys for kids, medical supplies (bandages, medicine etc), school stationary or anything else you could think of that would put a smile on the communities faces. Every bit counts!
Did you know, Nacala's port is the 2nd deepest port in the world (as deep as 200m)!! This region also boasts some of the best diving locations in Africa! Explore numerous dive sites that are hardly known of with experienced dive charters available.
The area and landscape here is very beautiful and unique to Mozambique. Amongst the rolling hills and high mountains, large volcanic rocks (inselbergs) protrude from the earths surface creating a bizzare yet fascinating landscape.
The Portuguese East African Company named the town Cuamba in 1937. In 1952 its name was changed to Nova Freixo - in 1971 it was granted city status and, after independence in 1976, it reverted to its original Cuamba.
Lake Malawi is famous for its huge swarms of lake flies! These tiny harmless flies, which when they hatch, form huge plumes resembling smoke rising up from the water. The local children find them a real treat and when they land on shore they gather them up by the handful then make them into "cakes" fry then eat them!
Lichinga was founded by the Portuguese in 1931 and named Vila Cabral, after Mozambique's independence in 1975 the town was renamed Lichinga.
There are a number of interesting landmarks such as the beautiful Cathedral of Beira (Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary) which was completed in 1907 using stone from the ruins of the old Sofala Fort (Fort San Gaetano) which was imported from Portugal and completed in the year 1501. At the mouth of the Pungoe River you will find the Grand Hotel which opened in 1954 and once was revered as the most opulent hotel in Africa and dubbed the "Pride of Africa". The hotel with its impressive Art Deco facade sadly never managed to attract enough guests and closed in 1963.
Take a day excursion to Beira, the second largest city in Mozambique. Beira is known as the "Ship Graveyard", so you'll have lots of fun exploring the different shipwrecks along the beaches, especially the southern beaches of Beira.
The Cahora Bassa Dam was also the first high voltage direct current transmission system operational in Africa, and the first anywhere in the world to operate above 500 kV!
There are a couple of hotels in Songo where you can book accommodation otherwise this a perfect little stop-over or sleep overnight town.
The Cahora Bassa Dam (150km north west of Tete) was also the first high voltage direct current transmission system operational in Africa, and the first anywhere in the world to operate above 500 kV!
Before the Civil War, Gurue had the largest and most productive tea plantations in the Southern hemisphere!
±10km South East of Ilha do Fogo is the visible Dutch shipwreck of Bredenhof which wrecked off Ilha Silva back in 1753. The ship was a Dutch East-India Company (VOC or Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) which contained silver ingots, lead ingots, copper coins, cannons. In 1986, an excavation company discovered a treasure load of silver ingots and copper coins which was taken and auctioned in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Could there still be more treasure to be found?
Mocuba is a great stopover town for long distant travellers who are arriving or travelling to Malawi's Milange border.
The endless biodiversity of mangrove estuaries are not only a haven for coastal birdlife but also a treat to explore on kayak with stunning scenery to admire.
Quelimane has one of the largest coconut plantations in the world! If you take a drive north east from Quelimane, you will end up on a beautiful beach called Zalala beach. White sands stretch for miles in either direction.
Mocimboa da Praia is a perfect beach destination for kitesurfers. The calm surf and shallow waters nearby has put Mocimboa da Praia as a hotspot destination within the kitesurfing community. The word is spreading for those looking to discover new beaches in an almost uncharted territory, so bring your kitesurfing gear and brag about your experience with friends alike.
Many cultural activities can be experienced in Montepuez, such as learning the art of traditional pottery, cooking recipies, herbal medicine initiations out in the bush, hair braiding, a 'mussiro mask' (beauty mask made from tree bark) and learning the art of Makonde.
Palma sits on the inside arch of a massive 225km² bay at the mouth of a beautiful mangrove estuary. A large number of fishermen in their boats can be observed actively drifting around the bay where views of both Tecomaji and Rongui islands can be spotted from the beach.
Pangane is a gateway village to Mozambique's largest island national park, the Quirimba Archipelago.
Pemba Bay is the 3rd largest natural bay in the world (13,000 HA) and the largest bay in Africa from Ponta do Diabo to Ponta Maunhane. It is said that if every ship in the world had to dock in Pemba Bay, there would still be space for more!
Many people claim that the Quirimbas Archipelago islands is not only the best scuba diving and big game fishing location in Africa, but the best in the world! The Quirimba offers you one of the top ten scuba sites on the planet.
Komatipoort is an ideal gateway destination to spend day long game drives in the well renowned Kruger National Park only 5km from the town itself and for going on day visits to the historical city of Maputo or to other popular beachside resorts close by in Mozambique
Botanists will be pleased to know that Kosi Bay is one of the very few regions in the world where five different mangrove species co-exist just in one area.
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If you are serious about planning a holiday in Mozambique for Easter, the school holidays or during the Christmas festive season and New Year, then we highly suggest you start placing enquiries a few months in advance to avoid dissapointment. Eg: Start enquiring no later than October for the December holidays.
Believe it or not, people start enquiring as early as January for the December holidays.
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Remember, some establishments charge either per unit or per person sharing. If the rate is per unit, then you'll see we have conveniently divided the rate to what-it-would-be per person sharing on their advert under the "Rates" tab.
Some establishments charge in different currencies such as the US Dollar, South African Rands or Mozambican Meticais (Mt).
So we've provided a handy currency converter tool at the bottom left-hand side of your screen (or under 'Useful Tools' if you're on a mobile device) to convert these currencies into yours.
Use our Mozambique Pictorial Map to find other amazing places you've never heard of before whether it be close to where you're looking or further beyond. There are so many "hidden gems" in Mozambique than just the usual spots.
For better understanding, we have put together a brief summary guide of what each category means and to also give you an idea of what each associated icon refers to when you see them on listings & adverts.
Listed in alphabetical order
Those who are on a tight budget should keep a lookout for this category icon. This type of establishment offers dormitory (shared) bedroom accommodation with other "Backpackers" generally using either single beds or bunk beds with a communal kitchen and shared ablutions.
Meaning the venue has its own bar on-site with staff serving alcohol/non-alcohol beverages and perhaps "pub-grub" included. They may offer satellite TV for bar patrons to follow the latest sporting fixtures live and may also host live music on certain days / evenings.
If an establishment has this icon, this means they either include breakfast in their rates or offer the opportunity for you to choose to include breakfast during your stay which is usually served to guests in an on-site breakfast room dinette or restaurant. Some B&B's offer basic / light (continental) breakfasts, Full English breakfasts or buffet style breakfast options.
Either they offer camping grounds for you to pitch your own tent if on a tight budget and / or they have their own pre-setup tents for you to camp in, some offering private facilities (aka "Glamping") within their tents such as beds, a fridge, sofa and bathroom.
This means the establishment has a dedicated hall room specially arranged and equipped with most facilities to host important business meetings, teambuilding events or any other occasion alike.
Goes without saying. Any establishment marked with this icon and listed under this category offers facilities for those who have reduced mobility. They may have basic facilities for these conditions or advanced. Kindly enquire with them directly for more information and/or specific requirements you may need.
These are dive centres who are a team of qualified dive instructors (PADI which means Professional Association of Diving Instructors) offering SCUBA diving lessons for clients and excursions to some of the best dive sites in the region for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Environmentally friendly establishments built by local communities using naturally sourced / non-toxic materials with the objective of protecting the surrounding habitat. These types of lodges range from rustic bush and beach to luxury accommodation. Not only does this movement protect the environment, but it also helps support local families.
This means the associated business offers professional paid-for deep sea fishing charters / outings and excursions for those fishing enthusiasts (and for newbies). They generally have a fully equipped fishing boat and all the fishing gear ready for clients to bait up and cast a line. Their expertize, knowledge and experience will reward you with some of the best fishing spots for an action packed deep sea fishing experience.
If you're looking to invest or buy property in Mozambique, keep an eye out for this category for the latest in the property market.
Full Board means breakfast, lunch and dinner (also known as "All Inclusive"). If a venue is listed under this category, then they either offer guests the choice of a full board meal plan during their stay or their rates by default include full board meals. a lot of these establishments will have private personal chefs serving guests top class cuisine.
Because this is a popular search and request amongst many, we have created this specific category for exactly that - group accommodation which is very much the same as our Holiday Homes category. These are establishments that can cater and accommodate for large groups of 8 people and up in the same house / unit offering most self catering facilities as if you are "home away from home".
Similar to a typical B&B, a Guest House is usually a private house offering very few accommodation units all within the main building structure (or some seperately). Some serve home cooked meals within their in-house dining room specially catered to seat all their guests and offer a lounge area where fellow travellers can interact, socialize and share stories.
This type of accommodation is usually ideal for large groups of people going on holiday being a "home away from home" with numerous bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen for your self catering needs, lounge, toilets, braai/BBQ area, some with a swimming pool and some offering exclusive privacy.
Very self-explanatory. A venue will be listed under this category if they offer a specific luxury, private honeymoon suite or because our admin has "hand-picked" the establishment to be perfect for such an occasion based on their location and facilities offered. However, you are the best judge when it comes to planning that special getaway with your loved one anyway. Pssst ... and it doesn't have to be expensive either to enjoy, right?!
A hotel is generally a large premises that can accommodate a large amount of guests in many adjacent rooms grading from standard 2 sleeper units to "executive" luxury suites offering more in-room space and facilities. They generally have a restaurant and bar on-site for all day meals and drinks (quite often offered on a buffet dining basis). Other on-site facilities may include a swimming pool, gym, spa, in/outdoor entertainment area for kids, a conference / wedding room for meetings / ceremonies and a small shop.
This indicates that the establishment has a small / large restaurant on-site for their guests (they may also accept walk-ins for non-guests) or they have on-board catering staff serving guests in their own private space or in a designated dining area.
This type of establishment offers guests facilities required to cater / cook on their own terms whether it be within a holiday home for example or on communal grounds.
This means the establishment has spa facilities and services offered to guests who are looking for personal treatments during their vacation.
These business services can range from swimming with dolphins, horse riding, city tours, boat tours, island tours, dhow tours to game drives and more. You'll have to click on their advert to find out more and what they have to offer.
This means, the venue has all the on-site facilities and catering services to host large or small weddings and ceremonies. Depending on the size of the wedding, some may have enough units to accommodate all wedding guests.