Mozambique
Enquire NowSometimes referred to as “the verandah to the Indian Ocean”, Mozambique has some of the world’s best beaches. With a revival of the Gorongosa National Park, Mozambican wildlife is thriving too.
Mozambique is great for a bush and beach holiday, combining game viewing in South Africa in the greater Kruger or Sabi Sands, with some incredible Mozambique lodges.
The gateway to Mozambique is Vilanculos which lies on the shores of the Indian Ocean. The coastal towns, such as Inhambane have a laid-back atmosphere where visitors can soak up beach life while sipping on cool drinks and sampling Mozambique’s famous peri-peri chicken.
Just a short boat ride away from Vilanculos, the Bazaruto Archipelago and Quirimbas Islands offer secluded beach getaways which are more affordable than the Seychelles and less touristy than Mauritius.
Mozambique encourages a slower pace of life; hop on a dhow cruise, or go swimming, snorkelling, and scuba diving through diverse coral reefs in some of the best marine protected areas on earth. This stretch of coastline is also popular for catch-and-release fishing for big game fish such as tuna, wahoo, and black marlin.
The main country of Mozambique is not as visited by international travellers, however, the Gorongosa National Park has had something of a revival after the Mozambican civil war decimated its wildlife populations. Today, wildlife is thriving, offering excellent game viewing away from the crowds, which creates a truly memorable safari experience.