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Mozambique

Mozambique is once again emerging as a tourist favorite.

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Overview

About Mozambique.

Mozambique is once again emerging as a tourist favorite. Vilanculos is the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago, a string of beautiful, small sandy islands lying roughly 12 miles from the mainland. The main islands are Santa Carolina, Bazaruto, Benguerra and Magaruque. They offer a quintessential tropical vacation with undiscovered palm and Casuarina tree shaded beaches. There are rich tropical reefs, clear warm water and excellent surf, plus rock and fly-fishing alternatives. This is the area Dugong seacows choose to call home!
Questions

Planning Mozambique.

Quick information to help guide you through exploring these incredible destinations.

What is Mozambique known for?

Mozambique is known for Indian Ocean beaches, the Bazaruto and Quirimbas archipelagos, diving, snorkeling, and barefoot-luxury island resorts. It is especially strong as a beach finish after a Southern Africa safari because it gives the trip a real change of pace. The right island depends on access, resort style, marine conditions, and how remote the traveler wants to feel.

When is the best time to visit Mozambique?

May to November, the dry season, for the beaches. May to November is the strongest beach season, with drier weather across many coastal areas. Diving and snorkeling vary by archipelago, season, wind, and sea conditions.

Why combine Mozambique with a safari?

It is the classic bush-and-beach pairing after a South Africa or Kruger safari. Mozambique is known for Bazaruto, the Quirimbas, Indian Ocean beaches, diving, snorkeling, and barefoot-luxury island resorts. It is a classic bush-and-beach finish after Southern Africa.

Is Mozambique good for diving?

Yes, with reefs, whale sharks and manta rays, especially around the archipelagos. Mozambique is known for Bazaruto, the Quirimbas, Indian Ocean beaches, diving, snorkeling, and barefoot-luxury island resorts. It is a classic bush-and-beach finish after Southern Africa.

Sample journeys

Trips to start the conversation in Mozambique.

Starting points, not fixed packages. We adjust routing, pace, lodging, and experiences around you.

Luxurious Cape, Safari and BeachAfrica

Luxurious Cape, Safari and Beach

Spend 14 days at luxurious accommodations in idyllic locations.
  • Cape Town
  • Sabie Private Game Reserve
  • Johannesburg
  • Benguerra Island
13 nightsFrom $19,005 p/p
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Where to stay

Beautiful stays in Mozambique, chosen for the trip.

The right property changes the pace of a journey. These are starting points; we can match the lodge or hotel to the trip you want.

Azura BenguerraAzura BenguerraAzura BenguerraBenguerra Island · $$$$
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Our team can help match the route, lodges, season, and pace to the travel experience you have in mind.

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