Mozambique Top Destinations

Maputo:

Mozambique's capital city, home of the historical Grand Station of Maputo(one of the most notable colonial structures in Mozambique), as well as The National Art Museum and The Jardim Tunduru Botanical Gardens.

Bazaruto Archipelago:

One of the main attractions of Mozambique is the Bazaruto Archipelago, a collection of six islands including: Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Banque, Santa Carolina and Shell. Tours around these islands are frequent via boats and Catamaran Yachts. The Bazaruto Archipelago is one of the top diving destinations and also makes for great places to go fishing, snorkelling, swimming with Dolphins or Dolphin and Whale viewing.

Mozambique Packages

		8 day Budget coach Tour to Mozambique, Swaziland and Kruger National Park Includes: Return bus trip in a luxury coach, certain meals, seven nights’ accommodation (B&B), tour guide, safety and security.Luggage restricted to suitecase per person From: R6 700 pp sharing (Opening special) Valid Until: 15 Sept 2012 See more info on 8 day Budget coach Tour
		Kaya Kweru Resort-Ponto Do Ouro -Self-drive Includes: Accommodation at Kaya Kweru resort with air-conditioning ,en-suite with shower and tiled flooring. From: R450.00 per person  (Low Season )   R550.00 per person (High Season ) *Terms and conditions apply* See more info on Kaya Kweru Resort-Ponto Do Ouro -Self-drive Special
		Blue Footprints Eco Lodge- Inhambane Includes: Flights, transfers, 4 nights accomodation, Dinner, Bed and breakfast basis From: R 6 802.00.00 per person sharing (low season ) Valid Until: 18 Jan - 22 Mar / 10 Apr - 30 Nov 2012 (low season ) From:R 7 559.00.00 per person sharing Valid Until: 29 Dec 2011-17 Jan 2012/23 Mar -9 April 2012 *Terms and conditions apply* See more info on Blue Footprints Eco Lodge
		Flamingo Bay Water Lodge Includes: Flights, transfers, 4 x Nights Flamingo Bay Water Lodge in an air-conditioned Water Chalet with dinner, bed and breakfast From: R 6 699.00 per person sharing - 10 Jan-29Mar 2012 (low season ) R 6 921.00 per person sharing- 10 Apr-7Dec 2012 (low season) R 7 477.00 per person sharing- 30 Mar-9Apr 2012(high season) Romantic Honeymoon Destination *Terms and conditions apply* See more info on Flamingo Bay Water Lodge
		Barra Lodge Resort- accommodation in a casita-Inhambane Includes: Flights, transfers, 4 x Nights at Barra Lodge in a casita, Dinner Bed and breakfast basis with ensuite shower and toilet, mosquito net and fan-no airconditioner From: R 5 257.00 per person sharing - 10 Jan -29Mar 2012 (low season) R 5 483.00 per person sharing - 10 Apr-7 Dec 2012 (low season) R 5963.00 per person sharing- 30 Mar-9Apr 2012 (high season) *Terms and conditions apply* See more info on Barra Lodge Resort- accommodation in a casita

Mozambique (The Republic of Mozambique)

Mozambique is located in the south eastern part of Africa, between latitudes 10° and 27°S, and longitudes 30° and 41°E, directly opposite Madagascar. It is bordered by the Indian Ocean, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Swaziland and South Africa. Mozambique was explored by Vasco da Gama during 1498 and then colonised by Portugal in 1505. This country finally became independent in 1975 and was there after known as the People's Republic of Mozambique. Mozambique is the world's 35th-largest country spanning 801,537 square kilometres and has over two million inhabitants. The country, which is divided into two regions by the Zambezi River, is blessed with rich natural resources. The four most notable lakes in this country are Lake Malawi (one of Africa’s largest lakes), Lake Chiuta, Lake Cahora Bassa and Lake Shirwa, which are all situated in the north of the country.

The major cities are Maputo (formerly known as Lourenço Marques), Beira, Nampula, Tete, Quelimane, Chimoio, Pemba, Inhambane, Xai-Xai and Lichinga. All these Cities have a wide variety of accommodation ranging from 3, 4 and 5 star hotels to comfortable lodges and simple bed and breakfasts. Along with exquisite places to stay, Mozambique offers a vast number of activities that are suitable and enjoyable for people of all ages.   

 
With Mozambique’s tropical climate and vast, white, pristine beaches, it makes it ideal and possible to enjoy activities available in and around Mozambique. Activities in Mozambique include Snorkelling, diving, big game fishing, swimming with dolphins, whale and dolphin viewing, horseback riding, Boat rides, Canoe rides, Dhow rides, Catamaran Yacht rides, bird watching and many other astounding activities. As well as activities there are many other sites to view such as the Mozambique Island (which has been declared a world heritage site), Inhaca and the Portuguese Islands and the Islands of the Quirimbas Archipelago. Other sites include The Iron House in Maputo, The Grand Train Station of Maputo, The National Art Museum in Maputo, The Jardim Tunduru Botanical Gardens.

As the Portuguese were present for almost five hundred years, they have obviously had a great influence on the cuisine of Mozambique. In Mozambique it is possible expect dishes such as Prego (steak roll), Rissois (battered shrimp), Espetada (kebab), and the favoured Inteiro Com Piripiri (whole chicken in piri-piri sauce). Visiting Mozambique will also allow you to try local drinks such as Cha (Mozambique Tea), Madeira (Portuguese wine), Manica (local beer) and Sura. With Mozambique’s diverse culture, haunting history, stunning landscapes, exotic marine life and wildlife, exquisite cuisine and range of accommodation, it truly is a magnificent holiday destination.  

General self-drive information for travel to and in Mozambique

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