Mozambique 6 Day Itinerary

Title: 6-Day Itinerary for Exploring Mozambique 🇲🇿

Day 1: Maputo 🌇 - Arrival & City Discovery

  • Arrive at Maputo International Airport (MPM). Check visa requirements before traveling. Most nationalities require a visa upon arrival, but some can obtain an eVisa online. Visit the official Mozambique immigration website for detailed information.
  • Check-in at your hotel. Recommended hotels: Hotel Polana Maputo or Maputo Elegance Downtown Hotel.
  • Explore Maputo City. Visit the Maputo Central Market, Fortaleza de São Sebastião, and Jardim Tunduru. End your day with a sunset stroll along Avenida Julius Nyerere.

Day 2: Maputo to Tofo Beach 🐠 - Marine Life & Relaxation

  • Travel from Maputo to Tofo. You can hire a car, take a shared taxi or use a shuttle service (approx. 4h).
  • Arrive in Tofo. Check-in at your accommodation. Recommended hotels: Tofo Scuba Dive Lodge or Barra Beach Lodge.
  • Snorkeling & Scuba Diving. Discover the vibrant marine life of the Tofo Marine Reserve, home to manta rays, whale sharks, and turtles.
  • Evening at Leisure. Enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at one of the beachfront restaurants.

Day 3: Tofo Beach - Dolphin Watching & Cultural Experience

  • Dolphin Watching Excursion. Set sail early in the morning for a chance to see bottlenose dolphins and other marine life.
  • Visit the local village of Barra. Learn about the traditional Gaza culture, visit the local market, and interact with the friendly locals.

Day 4: Tofo Beach to Gorongosa National Park 🦁 - Wildlife Safari

  • Travel from Tofo to Gorongosa National Park (approx. 5h). You can hire a car, take a shared taxi or use a shuttle service.
  • Arrive in Gorongosa. Check-in at your accommodation. Recommended lodges: Gorongosa Camp or Castlebeard’s Camp.
  • Afternoon Game Drive. Explore the park and search for elephants, lions, hyenas, and other wildlife species.

Day 5: Gorongosa National Park - Full Day Safari

  • Full-day game drives and activities. Spend the day exploring the beautiful landscapes of Gorongosa National Park with your guide. Don’t miss the stunning sunrise over Mount Lichingoni.

Day 6: Gorongosa to Maputo - Farewell Mozambique

  • Travel from Gorongosa to Maputo (approx. 5h). Depending on your flight schedule, you may want to spend some time relaxing at the beach or exploring the city before heading back to the airport for your departure.

Enjoy your adventure in beautiful Mozambique! 🌍🌴🐘✨