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Southern Africa · Country guide

Mozambique

Long Indian Ocean beaches, islands, diving and Portuguese-African food.

Flag of Mozambique
Capital
Maputo
Region
Southern Africa
Languages
Portuguese
Currency
Mozambican metical
Best time to visit
May to Nov

Travel advice: some regions are off-limits. Check your government’s advice for the exact areas before you book.

Mozambique has a huge coastline. Dive with manta rays and whale sharks at Tofo, island-hop in Bazaruto, explore the UNESCO-listed Ilha de Moçambique and see Gorongosa’s wildlife recovery. Cabo Delgado in the far north is off-limits under most advisories.

Did you know? Mozambique’s flag is the only national flag in the world that features a modern rifle.

Where to go in Mozambique

Tofo

A laid-back beach town famous for diving with manta rays and whale sharks.

Apr to Nov 4 to 6 nights

Travel advice: Parts of the country are off-limits under most government travel advice. Check your government’s advice before booking.

Known for

  • The Bazaruto Archipelago
  • Diving at Tofo with manta rays and whale sharks
  • Ilha de Moçambique
  • Gorongosa National Park

Our guides to Mozambique

  • Bazaruto Archipelago: Turquoise water, sand dunes and coral reefs in a protected marine park.
  • Tofo: A laid-back beach town famous for diving with manta rays and whale sharks.

Did you know?

Mozambique’s flag is the only national flag in the world that features a modern rifle.

Before you go

  • Visas: rules depend on your passport and change often. Check Mozambique’s official immigration website and see our visa guide.
  • Health: see a travel clinic about vaccines and malaria. Read our health guide.
  • Safety: read your government’s current travel advice for Mozambique.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capital of Mozambique?

Maputo.

What currency does Mozambique use?

Mozambican metical.

What languages are spoken in Mozambique?

Portuguese.

When is the best time to visit Mozambique?

May to Nov.

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