Bazaruto Island, MozambiquePhoto: Tom Corser, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Find your Bliss in Mozambique
Mozambique, made simple: Indian Ocean islands, whale sharks and Maputo's music
Mozambique has one of Africa's longest and loveliest coastlines: dhows sailing to the Bazaruto islands, whale sharks off Tofo, the coral stone lanes of Ilha de Moçambique and a capital of jacaranda avenues, prawns and marrabenta. This guide clears up entry, money, safety and getting around so you can travel with confidence.
Your trip, step by step
- Before you flyEntry rules, malaria, seasons and travel advice, answered
- LandingMaputo's airport, meticais and your first evening, explained
- Your days in MozambiqueBeaches, islands, history and wildlife, planned with care
- Home againDeparture tips so the last day is calm too
Where to go, eat and stay
- Plain answersClear, honest guidance on the questions first-timers actually ask.
- Official sourcesEntry, health and safety facts point you to the official pages to confirm.
- No price surprisesWe explain how cash, cards and island transfers really work before you go.
- Free to useEvery guide and the trip planner are free.
Our promise
Mozambique should feel like a dream coast, not a puzzle. We answer the worries before they start, so you arrive confident and ready to find your Bliss.
Going home to family in Maputo, Beira or Nampula after years in South Africa or Portugal, or planning your first barefoot beach trip? This guide was written with you in mind.
How to use this guide
Four steps from first idea to a trip that feels easy.
- Choose your MozambiqueCapital life, diving beaches, island hopping, history or safari: start with the destinations that fit you.
- Sort the essentialsEntry rules, malaria protection, cash and current travel advice, checked against official sources.
- Pick your placesUse our places to visit list for food, music, nature and stays in each area.
- Plan your routeUse the free trip planner to shape your days and how you move along the coast.
Everything your Mozambique trip needs
Free tools and guides for every stage of the journey.
Destinations
Maputo, Tofo and Inhambane, Vilankulo and Bazaruto, Ilha de Moçambique and Gorongosa, each explained in depth.
Explore destinationsPlaces to visit
More than a hundred restaurants, dive spots, markets and stays, from classics to hidden corners.
See places to visitFlights and stays
Search flights into Maputo and onward to Vilankulo, Inhambane and Nampula, plus stays along the coast.
Plan travelPlaces finder
Restaurants, sights and stays mapped around each base.
Find placesFree trip planner
Tell us your dates and interests and build a route that fits.
Plan your trip
The classic Mozambique trip
Maputo, then north along the coast
Most first trips start with two or three days in Maputo, then head north to Tofo for diving and whale sharks and on to Vilankulo for a dhow trip to the Bazaruto Archipelago. With more time, fly north to Nampula for Ilha de Moçambique, or inland to Beira for Gorongosa.
- Prawns and marrabenta in Maputo
- Snorkelling with whale sharks off Tofo
- A dhow day to the Bazaruto islands
- The UNESCO lanes of Ilha de Moçambique
Start with the destinations
See how the capital, the southern beaches, the islands and the north fit together.
Mozambique destinationsPlan with confidence
Your route, without the worry
Mozambique is long and the main road is slow, so the right mix of flights, buses and beach stops makes all the difference. Our free planner helps you choose a realistic route and pace.
- Realistic travel times along the EN1
- The right season for whales and whale sharks
- Where to base yourself
Where to go in Mozambique
From Maputo's avenues to whale shark beaches, island archipelagos, a UNESCO island town and a restored national park.
Southern Mozambique
Maputo
A relaxed Indian Ocean capital of jacaranda avenues, prawns, art and marrabenta.
Read the guidePhoto: F Mira from Lisbon, Portugal, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Inhambane Province
Tofo and Inhambane
A laid back dive village beside one of Mozambique's oldest towns.
Read the guidePhoto: Erik Cleves Kristensen, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Inhambane Province
Vilankulo and the Bazaruto Archipelago
Turquoise water, sand dunes and dhow sailing in a protected island park.
Read the guidePhoto: Cyr~commonswiki, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Nampula Province
Ilha de Moçambique
The old Portuguese capital, a small coral island of churches, mosques and history.
Read the guidePhoto: F Mira from Lisbon, Portugal, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Sofala Province
Gorongosa National Park
A restored wilderness of floodplains, lions, elephants and community conservation.
Read the guidePhoto: Judy Gallagher, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
A note from our founder
A note from our founder
My first time visiting Kenya, I was genuinely surprised with how fast it began feeling like home. The people are so friendly, the food is delicious and familiar, and the accommodations are modern and upscale.
During my travels throughout the continent, I commonly hear tourists share stories about being scammed or taken advantage of, which is both frustrating and disheartening.
Living in Kenya for the last 2 years, I have had the great fortune to meet a network of wonderful Kenyans who have continuously help guide my family's journey. Their shared knowledge has not only greatly enhanced our overall experience here, but it has also saved us tons of time, energy, and resources.
With BlissPoint Travel, my hope is to build a global community that is willing to share useful, uncommon knowledge so that we can all blissfully enjoy the wonders our world has to offer.
Questions we hear most
Is Mozambique safe to visit?
Most visitors travel in the south and centre, including Maputo, Inhambane, Tofo, Vilankulo and Bazaruto, without problems by taking normal city precautions. Governments advise against travel to parts of Cabo Delgado in the far north because of an insurgency. Check your government's current travel advice before you book.
Do I need a visa for Mozambique?
Many nationalities can now visit without a visa for short tourist stays but must register online before travel, while others still need a visa. Rules depend on your passport, so check the official Mozambique e-visa portal and your nearest Mozambican embassy before you fly.
What is the best time to visit Mozambique?
May to November is the dry season, with sunny days, calmer seas and humpback whales from roughly July to October. December to March is hot, humid and wet, with a cyclone risk along the coast.
Do I need malaria tablets for Mozambique?
Malaria is present throughout Mozambique, including Maputo and the beaches. Speak to a travel health clinic about antimalarials well before you go and use repellent and nets.
What currency is used in Mozambique?
The metical is the local currency. Cards work in bigger hotels and restaurants in Maputo, but carry cash for markets, small towns, chapas and many beach lodges, and use bank ATMs in daylight.
What language is spoken in Mozambique?
Portuguese is the official language, with Changana, Makhuwa, Sena and many other languages widely spoken. English is common in tourist lodges in the south, but a few Portuguese phrases go a long way.
Ready to find your Bliss in Mozambique?
Use the free trip planner to turn ideas into a route that fits your dates and budget.