Wild Frontiers

Day 1: Beira - Gorongosa National Park
Starting in Beira this afternoon, Mozambique's second largest city, we'll drive north, away from the coast and towards the rich biodiversity of the Gorongosa National Park. With a journey time of around 3.5 hours, there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy the passing landscapes, including the beautiful Pungwe River, before we head into the sanctuary of the park and transfer by game vehicle to your authentic tented safari camp. (D)

Day 2: Gorongosa National Park
Lying at the southern end of the Great African Rift Valley, Gorongosa National Park truly is one of Mozambique's flagship conservation areas. Over the coming days there will be ample opportunities to enjoy some of the park's remarkable treasures, with day and night safaris, guided walks, relaxing sundowners and the expert attentions of dedicated safari guides. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Gorongosa National Park
A second full day on safari in Gorongosa Park. There will be chances to enjoy the extraordinary birdlife along the Muscicadzi River and seek out the park's famed lions. There will also be an opportunity to learn firsthand something of Gorongosa's incredible restoration project from some of the key personnel involved in the scheme. And, of course, there is also the superb food and hospitality to enjoy at the camp. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Gorongosa National Park
Day on Safari (B,L,D)

Day 5: Gorongosa National Park -Ihla De Mozambique
Departing Gorongosa this morning you'll head back towards Beira, from where you'll fly on to Nampula in the north-east. This is our gateway onto the beautiful and historic Ilha de Mocambique, one of Mozambique's cultural and visual gems. Nestling between the Mozambique Channel and Mossuril Bay, the island once lay at the heart of Portugal's East African dominions and in the impressive architecture of the 16th century Chapel of Nossa Senhora de Baluarte the island possesses what is considered the oldest European building in the Southern Hemisphere. (B,L)

Day 6: Ihla De Mozambique
A full day with a private local guide offers the perfect opportunity to learn more about this fascinating island, steeped in the rich history of its Arab and Portuguese past, turning it into effectively an open air museum. The photography opportunities are endless, and amongst its crumbling ancient buildings, there are fishing communities giving a rare insight into local life, largely untouched by Western influences. (B,L)

Day 7: Ihla De Mozambique - Nanatha Bay
Leaving the island behind this morning, it's a three house transfer by road to the far end of beautiful Nanatha Bay and our stunning eco-lodge at Nuarro. Situated on top of a series of dunes that look out onto the waters of Memba Bay, the lodge provides us with luxurious intimacy and the added bonus of views of the bay and the lush baobab forests that lie to the south. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Nanatha Bay
With three full days to enjoy this tranquil corner of paradise, you can choose to do as much, or as little, as you wish. Between July and October these waters are home to passing humpbacks and a number of dolphin and whale watching trips are organised to seek out these mighty leviathans. Other options include a chance to explore the mangroves by kayak, follow some of the intricate network of eco-trails on foot or by mountain bike, and perhaps pay a visit to a local Macua village. The snorkelling and diving here is exceptional too, with easy access to the surrounding reefs and some truly unforgettable marine encounters on offer. And what better way to end the day than with sundowners aboard an Arabian dhow, watching the sinking sun cast its golden glow across the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Nanatha Bay
Day at Leisure (B,L,D)

Day 10: Nanatha Bay
Day at Leisure (B,L,D)

Day 11: Nanatha Bay - Nampula
This morning, you local driver will transfers you 4hrs to Nampula Airport where you private journey will come to an end. (B,L)