Mozambique tailor-made holidays
Introduction
Mozambique has slowly but surely re-asserted itself as one of Africa's best beach holiday destinations, becoming a travel hotspot rather than a security hotspot. Its stunning Indian Ocean coastline made it a popular travel choice for many years, before a long civil war blighted the nation. But more than two decades have passed since Mozambique's dark days and its wonderful natural attractions are again being discovered by travellers.
Mozambique's coastline is a 2,500-kilometre-long succession of secluded and unspoiled beaches fringed by offshore archipelagos. Dhow cruises through mangrove channels, world-class sport fishing and superb diving and snorkelling are to be had in the Quirimbas Archipelago and the Bazaruto Archipelago. Dugongs, whale sharks, turtles and dolphins are just a few of the large marine species that can be seen in the country's brilliantly turquoise waters.
Less well known, perhaps, are Mozambique's other attractions. Excellent wildlife viewing can be had on a safari in Gorongosa National Park. Elsewhere, the lively capital, Maputo, and crumbling Portuguese colonial outpost of Ilha de Moçambique are also worth incorporating into your Mozambique travel itinerary.
At a glance
Flying time from UK
11 hours
Time zone
GMT +2
Currency
Mozambique Metical (MT) = 100 centavos
Language
Emakhuwa (26.1%), Xichangana (11.3%), Portuguese (official and spoken by 27% of the population as a second language)
Travel advice
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Special offers in Mozambique
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This indulgent getaway is the ideal combination of relaxation and exploration. Begin with a Big Five safari in South Africa and end by enjoying butler service on Mozambique’s white sands. Enjoy all-inclusive gourmet dining, private transfers and ultra-luxury stays throughout.
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This is the definitive twin-centre getaway, combining a South African Big Five safari with the white sands of a private-island getaway in Mozambique. Enjoy all-inclusive gourmet dining, helicopter transfers, stays in ultra-luxury properties and expert-led activities from game drives to dhow cruises.
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Enjoy $150 spa or ship credit plus we will cover your gratuities on this epic voyage from Dubai to Cape Town
Top itineraries in Mozambique
offer
– Save up to £280 pp
Book by: 31 October 2018
This indulgent getaway is the ideal combination of relaxation and exploration. Begin with a Big Five safari in South Africa and end by enjoying butler service on Mozambique’s white sands. Enjoy all-inclusive gourmet dining, private transfers and ultra-luxury stays throughout.
This ten-day tailor-made holiday provides a great introduction to the beauty and nature of Mozambique's Quirimbas Archipelago, a series of 27 palm-fringed islands located off the country's beautiful northeastern coast in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.
offer
– Save up to £270 pp
Book by: 31 October 2018
This is the definitive twin-centre getaway, combining a South African Big Five safari with the white sands of a private-island getaway in Mozambique. Enjoy all-inclusive gourmet dining, helicopter transfers, stays in ultra-luxury properties and expert-led activities from game drives to dhow cruises.
cruise offer
Exclusive offer. Special fares, pre-paid gratuities & more
Book by: 01 December 2019
Enjoy $150 spa or ship credit plus we will cover your gratuities on this epic voyage from Dubai to Cape Town
Top places to stay in Mozambique
This hidden gem, located in the breathtaking Quirimbas Archipelago, offers guests a unique ‘Robinson Crusoe’ experience and the very best of barefoot luxury living in one of Mozambique’s most spectacular island destinations.
Three historic mansions, each more than 150 years old, have been lovingly restored to create a boutique island experience on beautiful Ibo Island in the heart of the Quirimbas Archipelago that exudes colonial elegance and style.
Where to go in Mozambique
Vilanculos is the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago and was named after a local tribal chief called Gamala Vilankulo Mukoke. An international airport on its outskirts serves this small and friendly town, with daily connections to Maputo and Johannesburg.
Mozambique's capital, Maputo, provides plenty of attractions and distractions for travellers. Bustling markets, street-side cafes and avenues lined with flame trees make this one of East Africa's most absorbing port cities.
There are around a dozen national parks and reserves in Mozambique. These range from the game reserves on the mainland, where Big Five animals can be sighted on a safari holiday, to the marine parks of the Indian Ocean coast, which are ideal for beach breaks.
Mozambique's magical offshore islands are the East African country's standout attraction. Travelling to these islands can be a Mozambique travel highlight in itself - via a dreamy dhow cruise or a scenic flight that reveals sweeping views of an azure sea interrupted by white sand bars and palm-line…
When to go to Mozambique
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Mozambique’s dry season runs from June to October. This is the best time to visit, when clear skies, plenty of sunshine and relatively low humidity make ideal conditions for enjoying the country’s islands and beaches. The summer months (December to March) are marked by short tropical downpours and high humidity, which begins to subside between April and May.
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