Discovering Mozambique from north to south
2024
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Culture / Heritage, Faune and flora, Discovery, Adventure / Sports & Leisure, Free time, Relaxation / Well-being.
Best times to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Printemps, Eté, Automne.
Petit Futé
Where to stay - Maputo ?
The map of your stay "Discovering Mozambique from north to south"
Detail of the stay : Discovering Mozambique from north to south
How to get there - Maputo
Arrival in Maputo
Steps: Maputo
Arrival in the morning in Maputo. Walk in the upper town in the afternoon and visit a museum of choice. In the evening, you will be spoilt for the choice for dinner.
Maputo visit, first contact with Mozambique
Steps: Catembe
Walk in the morning, with a visit of the Mercado central, the train station and the port. Excursion to Catembe in the afternoon, lunch on site at the Catmebe Gallery Hotel. Return to Maputo, evening in music in one of the lively bars of the city (Wednesday to Sunday).
Departure for Pemba, in the far north
Steps: Pemba
Domestic flight to Pemba in the morning. Lunch on the beach, relaxation, then excursion into town. Walk back to the beach for the evening.
The beaches of Pemba: Take advantage of the Indian Ocean
Steps: Pemba
Nautical activities in Pemba, according to tastes: diving, fishing, kayaking.
Mueda, in the heart of the Makonde country
Steps: Mueda
Early morning departure for Mueda (car rental or 2-3 hours in chapas). Visit of the city and its surroundings. Shopping for art objects. Overnight in the concession of a Makonde family.
Pangane Beach, a symphony of turquoise blues and emerald greens
Steps: Pangane
Return to Pangane beach (the country's most beautiful coconut grove) or Guludo beach (for those who prefer comfort and activities). Overnight stay.
Quirimbas Archipelago: Island of Ibo
Steps: Ibo
Transfer to dhow to the island of Ibo. Visit the town to the sunset and little drink on the terrace.
Visit to the island of Ibo
Visit the island, meet the locals, relax on a stretch of beach or why not try your hand at scuba diving.
Luxury stopover in the Quirimbas archipelago
Steps: Medjumbe
Plane transfer to Medjumbe Island or boat for that of Quilalea, history of tasting once in its life the charms of a luxury establishment on a paradise island to green any advertising.
Back to Pemba
Mozambique Island, a must-see!
Steps: Île De Mozambique
Early morning departure for theisland of Mozambique (Ilha de Moçambique). Day's stroll through the ruins of the old town; visit to the Governor's Palace and the Marine Museum, or a guided tour organized by the tourist office to get a good overview of the city. Stop off at the fish market near the mosque for a sunset.
Visit and relaxation on the island of Mozambique
Get up early in the morning - sunrise on the island is superb! A relaxing day on the island or a excursion excursion on a nearby island.
Mozambique Island: the beaches of Chocas and Carrusca
Day trip. The magnificent beaches of Chocas and Carrusca, on the northeast coast of the Mossuril peninsula, not far from the village of Cabaceira Grande, are ideal for walks, swimming and sunbathing in magnificent surroundings.
Island of Mozambique - Nampula
Steps: Nampula
A quiet morning on the island. Departure after lunch for Nampula; arrival in Nampula in the middle of the afternoon. Visit the city and its church; ask for the keys to climb to the top. Dinner in a quinta outside the city.
Nampula-Lichinga
Steps: Cobué
Domestic flight to Lichinga and immediate departure by 4x4 to Metangula and Cobue. Late arrival in a lodge, after a quick star transfer.
Niassa Lake, a true haven of peace at the end of the world
Water activities (diving in the crystal waters of the lake is an unforgettable experience), visit the bush and villages in the surrounding area. A magical day on the edge of a lake that looks like Seychelles!
Navigation on Lake Niassa
Steps: Metangula
Sailing on Lake Niassa from Cobué to Metangula on the regular MV Ilala service, then departure for Lichinga.
Lichinga-Beira
Steps: Beira
Domestic flight to Beira. Arrival in the city in the afternoon; visit, take a look at its prison and relax on the beach for an aperitif and dinner.
Gorongosa National Park, the time of a safari
Steps: Parc National De Gorongosa
Morning departure for Gorongosa park. Visit of the park and night in an on-site lodge.
From Gorongosa to Vilanculos
Steps: Vilankulo
Safari in the park until mid-day; then departure for Vilanculos. Provide a good day of road. Arrival in the evening.
The Bazaruto Archipelago, dream stopover
Steps: Bazaruto
Departure to the island of Bazaruto or Benguerra in the morning. Afternoon riding, diving or other water sports.
The archipelago of Bazaruto
Relaxing day on the island: boating activity, relax or excursion on a nearby island.
Inhambane, a peaceful colonial town
Steps: Vilankulo
Morning transfer to Vilanculos, then on to Inhambane. Arrival by boat, city tour and visit to the museum. Overnight at a hotel near the beach (Tofo, Barra or Jangamo, depending on taste and interests).
Inhambane and its beaches
Water sports and beach.
Inhambane and surroundings
Excursions to nearby beaches, or boat trips in the area. The farniente version on the beach is also always popular!
Bilène, the sweet one
Departure for Bilène. Lunch on the beach, visit to the lagoon and surrounding area. Overnight stay.
Return to Maputo
Steps: Maputo
Departure for Maputo. Visit of the fishermen's village and walk on Avenida Marginal, dinner in the fish market. Enjoy last night life.
