A Mozambique holiday is the perfect excuse to kick off your shoes, take off your watch and gear down to the slow pace of island life! Swim, snorkel, laze in the sunshine or set sail on a sunset dhow cruise with it's white sandy beaches, colourful coral reefs, blue oceans and hot and humid temperatures...an African island getaway awaits you!
The biggest challenge when travelling to Mozambique from SA is the logistics. Travelling can be intimidating as roads conditions are not always favourable and speed limits must be respected.
However there are many favourable self drive destinations that are popular, however a 2 x 4 and in some cases 4 x 4 is recommended, check before you secure your bookings. There are options for fly- in packages, however this can work out quite costly! Also keep in mind important travel information when planning your trip such as passports, border formalities, healthy advisories and currency!
This time of year is an awesome time to enjoy warmer weather during the winter months, rates are favourable as the season is quieter , therefore more enjoyable if you are looking for peace and quiet. African Chapter bring you the following recommendations, highlighting our Mozambique Getaway packages, for short beach breaks to get your through the chill of winter!
Ponta De Oura - Situated in the extreme south of the pristine Mozambique coastline, alongside Ponta Malongane (16km from the South African border), enjoy private and exclusive self-catering luxury, tented camp offering comfort, privacy and tranquillity to the discerning nature lover and adventurer!Ideal for an adventure & beach getaway that won't exhaust your bank account!
Inhaca Island - A truly authentic Mozambique experience with all the necessary luxury to be comfortable and pampered! Located on Inhaca Island, at the entrance of Maputo Bay in the south of Mozambique. The hotel is located on the beach, amidst colonies of coconut trees and lush tropical vegetation with beautiful gardens. This is a great couple's getaway or even for a family who enjoy their luxuries but want to experience Mozambique culture and hospitality at an affordable price.
Maputo Bay - This Beach Lodge is located at the centre of this grand battle, the channel between Inhaca Island and the dunes of the Santa Maria Peninsula. Overlooking endless white beaches, pristine and untouched dune forests and estuaries bursting with life and eternally wide open ocean! Great for honeymoons and couple getaways who enjoy the outdoors and appreciate nature.
Inhambane - Further north 485km from Maputo, The lodge is situated on stilts over the crystal clear waters of the warm Indian Ocean, an eco-paradise and home to a flock of flamingo`s, tropical fish and the very rare dugong. Sunsets are definetly one of the highlights of your time spent in this beautiful part of the world. The luxury water chalets are spacious and well appointed with individual balcony, wide opening sliding doors and air-conditioning. An Ideal romantic destination for couples. Flights are available from Johannesburg to make the travelling distance more pleasurable!
Another lodge near Inhambane and close to Zavora, but also catering for families and the nature lover is this Eco Lodge, perched on top of the secondary dunes that overlook the ocean, allowing for stunning views including that of the coastal forests which is also visible from the Restaurant & Bar and accommodation chalets. Some of the highlights you can expect are exhilarating walks along the pristine beach, snorkeling along the rock reef or discover the natural sea life beneath! From June to October, The Mozambican channels host`s the humpback whales migration journey.
We would love you to share any further Mozambique accommodation recommendations you may have in Mozambique that you may have experienced lately, especially family friendly establishments, we are always looking to extend our portfolio with great affordable destinations in Mozambique.
We look forward to hearing from you!
