Discover Mozambique, the crowning jewel on the Eastern Coast of Southern Africa and explore the host of attractions that await in this long coastline bordering the Indian Ocean.
Bazaruto Archipelago
Perched on the southern coast of Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago consists of 5 main islands; namely Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Santa Carolina and Bangué all of which come under the purview of Bazaruto National Park. The park came into being in 1971 with the hope of protecting the dugong, and the sea turtles and extends for at least 14,000 km with white beaches, corals and colourful fish bordering the area. The island’s many charms can be best enjoyed by staying at Mozambique beach hotels the likes of Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort.
Ilha de Moçambique
A mesmeric island situated just off the northern shore of Mozambique, Ilha De Mocambique is an area that strives to preserve the old-world charms of the country. Among the decadent constructions of the island is the Chapel of Nossa Senhora de Baluarte, Southern Africa’s oldest European building.
Niassa Lake and the Niassa National Reserve
Considered the 3rd largest lake in Africa with 550 km in length and 75 km in width, Lake Nisswa or Malawi is a haven surrounded by big polished stones and sun-kissed beaches. The lake also shelters 1,000 species of cichlid fishes. On the other hand, Niassa National Reserve is the biggest national reserve in Mozambique and hosts an array of elephants, wild dogs and several other mammal species.
Quirimbas Archipelago
Consisting of 12 major islands and 20 coral atolls, the Quirimbas Archipelago winds up for about 200 km along the northern coast of Mozambique. While the archipelago has many uninhabited islands, the island hosts one of the largest mangrove swamps in Africa. The archipelago was established in 2022 and is home to a host of coastal forests, coral reefs and exotic marine life.
