Soak up the sunshine in Mozambique, treating yourself to a stay on one of the glorious tropical islands at the start of the year. Northern islands around the Quirimbas will be hot and dry, and the archipelago boasts some of the finest diving in the Indian Ocean. Explore the Quirimbas National Park and you will see a wealth of marine life as well as lion, leopard, elephant and wild dog.
There’s no bad place to be in Mozambique from March until July: all islands enjoy excellent weather. The warm, calm conditions are particularly good if you want to dive, snorkel or go deep-sea fishing. Fishermen at St. Lazarus Banks can reel in marlin, dogtooth tuna, mantis shrimp and giant trevally, though there’s a strict catch and release policy in the marine reserves to preserve the biodiversity and sustainability.
From August to October, the islands remain delightful. It’s the season when the humpback and southern right whale arrive, migrating along the East African coast. Inhambane and the Bazaruto Archipelago are considered to be the best spots for whale watching. It’s possible to spot as many as 30 whales in a single day, and you’ll hear their whale song from many kilometres away. Divers will adore swimming amongst these gentle giants.
Temperatures begin to rise, so you’ll want to relax and stay close to the water. Diving is superb and you’ll be able to see the whale migration. Turtle come ashore to nest and lay their eggs. Take a night walk with a guide to see hatchlings break out and journey to the ocean. Mozambique has five species of turtle, all threatened worldwide, but have protected status here and are thriving.
Mozambique’s coastline is dotted with chains of tiny but pristine and idyllic islands. These groups of peaceful islands are the perfect place for a luxurious desert island getaway, the romantic, quiet escape you have always dreamed of. Beneath the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean live hundreds of fascinating marine creatures, from tiny tropical fish to large turtle and manta ray, all gliding gracefully through colourful coral caves.
The 32 islands that make up the Quirimbas Archipelago are among the most undiscovered islands in the world. Quirimbas National Park represents a globally significant conservation achievement. This park is a conservation jewel, boasting an exciting mosaic of wildlife, and helping protect one of the richest areas of coral reefs in the world as well as a rich array of coastal forests and mangroves.
Excluding its offshore islands, Mozambique has 2,470 km of Indian Ocean coastline. That’s an awful lot of beach! Between the more developed stretches of sandy shores are quaint fishing villages and secluded bays. There are plenty of spots where you can walk for miles seeing no one else, enjoying the wilderness, solitude, and unparalleled ocean views. It’s these quieter parts of Mozambique’s coast that we adore.
The term 'barefoot luxury' might as well have been coined for Mozambique. Just off the Indian Ocean coast of the mainland, you will find two stunning archipelagos, and on these islands are some of the very finest beach resorts and tropical wildernesses in the world. If you have ever dreamed of staying on your own private island, this is a place where that dream can come true.
Mozambique is a pristine, beautiful and untouched land. You will not find noisy water sports, nightclubs or kids clubs; instead you will find a country that offers beautiful beaches and warm waters that have not been tainted by intensive tourism and commercial enterprises.
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