Arriving into the country’s lush capital, Maputo, established as a port city for the Portuguese and famous for its prawns and peri-peri sauce, thriving nightlife in the Fere de Populare neighbourhood. Whilst in Maputo, you can explore several national parks and reserves, including Kruger National Park, home to large mammals and other African wildlife.

Alternatively, a visit to Maputo Special Reserve, one of the least known places in the world offering a glimpse into the mixing between the Indian Ocean marine ecosystem mixing with the typical African Plains and dense forests.

Travelling to various destinations in the country requires patience and sitting on long bus rides. Embracing this as part of experiencing the beauty and largely under the radar wonders on offer in Mozambique, will add a different kind of appreciation to your travel experience.

Mozambique Island is a small island divided into Stone Town in the north of the island, with clusters of semi-ruined and restored edifices. The southern part of the island is Makuti Town, home to 15,000 Mozambicans living in a collection of dishevelled reed houses.

There are many natural wonders to visit in Mozambique, from African wildlife, entire Lake Ecosystems such as those in Lake Niassa and beautiful beach resorts dotted along the extensive coastline. Vilanculos is a popular coastal town where you can experience swimming with horses, dolphin watching, snorkelling and diving.

You can experience the beauty of Mozambique by simply staying in Maputo and taking a 1-3 day safari tour to one of the country’s national parks or visiting Maputo Special Reserve and then staying at one of the cities beach resorts.