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Group Tours in Mozambique
Mozambique Travel Guide
Bazaruto Archipelago
A group of five peaceful islands off the Mozambique coastline, the Bazaruto Archipelago is a nature reserve of unspoilt white sand beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs and palm trees, perfect for some post-safari relaxation. Made up of five islands, Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Santa Carolina and Bangue, the area is famed for its incredible scuba diving opportunities.
Ilha de Moçambique
This stunning little island, roughly 3km long and no more than 500m wide, has been linked to the mainland via a narrow road bridge since the 1960s, but it still feels like it is a very separate place where time has stood still. Recognised as a Unesco world heritage site, this tiny island was formerly hte old capital of Portuguese trading-post, off the coast of Northern Mozambique is an enchanting maze of narrow streets fringed by colonial buildings with a bustling harbour and market. Of particular interest is the 7th century palace museum, crammed with old cannons, muskets, sedan chairs and other memorabilia gathered by the Portuguese colonialists from round the world. Ilha de Mocambique is the old capital of Portuguese East Africa and it has many beautiful colonial buildings which are protected by the island's World Heritage site status, there is a palpable sense of faded glory here.
Inhambane
Inhambane is a tropical area with deserted white beaches and clear tropical waters, virtually undiscovered by tourists. The town of Inhambane is one of the oldest settlements in southern Africa. In 1534, Portuguese traders established a trading post here and their legacy can be seen in the architecture and layout of the city. Hundreds of graceful dhows on the usually tranquil water is one of Inhambane’s most obvious features. Apart from the friendly Mozambique people and breathtaking scenery, the region is fast becoming world famous for its spectacular diving. Diving off the coast of Inhambane compares to some of the best in the world. Some of the awesome sightings include Manta Rays, Whale Sharks and migrating Humpback Whales. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean are teeming with life and the reefs are pristine. This is also one of the last refuges for the endangered Dugong.
Quirimbas Archipelago
Stretching along the northern coast of Mozambique, from Pemba to the Tanzanian border, the Quirimbas Archipelago presents us with some of the most unspoilt marine environments anywhere on earth. A dazzling chain of some 32 islands, the archipelago is home to rare dugongs and nesting sea turtles, exquisite coral gardens and a rich mosaic of marine life that includes dolphins, whales, sharks and a breathtaking kaleidoscope of reef fish. The southernmost of these islands fall under the protection of the Quirimbas National Park, a 1500 square kilometre expanse of ocean that contains within it some of the richest coral reefs in the world, providing us with some of the best diving available anywhere and a chance for marine encounters that are second to none. Add to that perfect white sandy beaches, unexplored mangroves swamps and a cultural mix that includes African, Arabic and European influences and you have an island chain of almost unsurpassed beauty that cannot fail to inspire wonder in anyone who sees it.
Varanda
Varanda Private Nature Reserve is a remote coastal wilderness in Northern Mozambique. It wild, untouched and very beautiful, filled with rugged dunes, mangroves and miles of unspoilt white beaches. The reserve lies at the tip of a peninsula and is only a short distance from the fascinating Ilha de Moçambique (Mozambique Island), the former portuguese capital of Mozambique, now a UNESCO World Hertiage Site.
Gorongosa National Park
Gorongosa national park is Mozambique’s best safari destination. Buffalo, lion, wildebeest, deer, warthog, elephants, leopard, zebra, monkeys and baboons are among the animals which roam the savannah and swing through rainforest and woodlands here, covering the valleys and plateaus of the southern Rift Valley. With its dramatic terrain of thick forest, mountains, lakes and open grassy plains there is huge variation in scenery and atmosphere here making it an intriguing corner of Africa.
Maputo
An ideal stopover on the way to Mozambique’s islands, Maputo is a lively capital city in the deep south of the country, overlooking the Indian Ocean. With a skyline of skyscrapers and bustling markets selling cashews and chillies, it is a city of contrasts: rich and poor live in distinct areas, yet the whole city still bears reminders of its centuries of Portuguese rule.
Vilanculos
A relaxed coastal village a third of the way up Mozambique, Vilanculos is bustling with daily markets and water-based activities off the palm-lined beaches. It is most often visited as a springboard to the Bazaruto Archipelago, which can be reached on a traditional wooden dhow.
Pemba
One of the world’s largest ports, Pemba lies before a massive expanse of dazzling blue ocean, with the waters of its deep bay alone covering a staggering 13,000 hectares. Its ideal location saw the city prosper under the Arabs and the Portuguese, growing to become the old colonial capital during the 19th century. This strategic port once lay at the centre of the ivory and slave trades between Africa, Europe and Arabia and the heart of the city still retains many beguiling reminders of its Portuguese heritage. Wandering through the old Paquitequete district, Pemba’s colonial charms are still very much in evidence in the crumbling architecture of its once proud mansions, whilst amongst the artisan stalls of Mbanguia market you can browse and barter for woodcarvings and silverware with the local merchants. The provincial capital of Cabo Delgado, Pemba today is a vibrant mix of the old and the new and presents an intriguing city in which to begin and end our exploration of the islands of the Quirimbas Archipelago.
Mozambique Travel Information
Visa Information
UK passport holders require visas for Mozambique, which can be obtained on arrival at international airports in the country.
If planning on entering Mozambique by land, you should double-check as to whether visas can be obtained at your planned entry post. Visas issued on arrival in Pemba cost approximately $90 (including stamp duty, correct at time of print). You should have this money to hand in USD cash.
If you are travelling on a non-UK passport, please contact your nearest consulate/embassy for up to date visa information.
Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the end of your trip, and it must have at least one blank page for each visa required. Please ensure the passport details we hold for you are correct.
Please note it is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa documentation when starting your trip. Country entry regulations can alter daily and it is always best to check with the relevant embassies for any changes.
Insurance:
Insurance that provides cover for emergency repatriation in case of a medical emergency is compulsory for all tours.
You should be aware that many standard insurance policies may not cover you adequately for all aspects of a Wild Frontiers trip and so we strongly recommend that you purchase a suitably designed insurance policy.
One such policy is the "Wild Frontiers" policy underwritten by Ace European Group Limited (ACE " firm reference 202803), which is available to EU residents (which excludes Norway & Switzerland) through our website or via the insurance company direct on 0845 345 3456. Under this policy there are two different levels of cover available.
Standard policy: a comprehensive travel insurance policy that provides cover for all Wild Frontiers activities, including trekking up to 6,000m. This policy does not provide cover for travel to areas where the FCO is advising against all or all but essential travel.
Elite policy: provides the same comprehensive level of cover as the standard policy. In addition the Elite policy also provides cover for travel to areas where the FCO is advising against all or all but essential travel. The policy will not provide cover for any claims arising from or relating to the reasons why the FCO is advising against travel.
If purchasing the Elite policy you also have the option to extend the cover provided by the policy to include cover for claims arising from a terrorist act in an area where the FCO is advising against travel. You can add this cover to your policy when purchasing online or over the telephone.
These policies are only available to those travelling on a Wild Frontiers holiday.
For more information and to purchase your policy online please visit the Insurance section of our website.
The cover is underwritten by Ace European Group Limited (ACE), and is arranged by Travel & General Insurance Service Limited. Both companies are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). Wild Frontiers Limited is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Travel & General Insurance Company plc, details of which can be found at the FSA's website www.fsa.gov.uk.
To contact them please visit their web
Health and Vaccinations:
There are no mandatory immunisations for travellers to Mozambique, but if travelling from a country where Yellow Fever is deemed to be a risk (such as Kenya) then you must carry your immunisation card with you. You should be up-to-date with Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. We recommend protection against Malaria and that you seek advice from your local GP or travel centre as to the correct immunisations and preventative treatments.
We also recommend:
• A dental check-up prior to travelling.
• You inform us now of any pre-existing medical conditions or medication.
To be on the safe side you can also check on www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk
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