Mozambique and its seemingly endless coastline holds everything you imagined, that dream island or beach holiday would, but only better. It’s the ultimate laidback destination - stretches of exquisite silver-white beach just for you. No surprise that Mozambique and its islands are a highly favoured honeymoon destination. Swinging lazily on a hammock, as a gentle breeze sways the palm fronds above you, with a mostly unpopulated beach in both directions, lapped by warm, gentle aquamarine water, it’s as good as it gets. Postcard perfect. Whether its north to the beach resorts at Vilanculos, or out to the breathtaking beauty of one of the exclusive islands of the Bazaruto or Quirimbas Archipelagos, you can choose to do nothing, or gear up for scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, deep sea/saltwater fly fishing, or wind-surfing. Don’t miss an excursion in a traditional dhow. Access to the Bazaruto and Quirimbas Archipelagos are via Vilanculos and Pemba respectively, direct from Maputo or Johannesburg.
And when the sun sinks, the island resorts and the city of Maputo sway to a different beat. A night out on the town, will have you swinging your hips to jazzy, Latin rhythms, or feel this same vibe at a pavement café whilst dining on fresh seafood, with lashings of peri-peri sauce (for the brave) for which Mozambique is so renowned. The city of Maputo – formerly Lourenço Marques – is an attractive port which still retains much of its unique Portuguese charm. The old town is a maze of narrow streets lined with buildings dating back before the turn of the century. Shop for exotic spices, nuts and knick-knacks at the town’s bustling markets, in particular the Costa do Sol. For lovers of art, the National Art Museum holds an enticing collection of the work of Mozambique’s finest contemporary artists.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the charming city of Maputo.
- Soak up the sun on beautiful white beaches in the Bazaruto or Quirimbas Archipelago.
- Go snorkelling and scuba diving to discover the underwater paradise.
- Experience some of the best seafood the Indian Ocean has to offer.
- Go deep sea fishing.
