Mozambique

Mozambique information at a glance:

Capital: Maputo

Getting there: There are regular flights from Johannesburg and the Kruger NP in South Africa to Vilanculous for the Bazaruto archipelago and from Johannesburg, Dar es Salaam and Nairobi to Pemba for the Quirimbas archipelago

Time: GMT plus 2 hours

Try not to miss: The stunning Bazaruto archipelago off the southern coast of Mozambique, which offers the perfect end to a bush safari in the landlocked countries of Botswana and Zambia, or even South Africa. Choose from one of the three excellent hotels recommended by Wild and Exotic, and enjoy sensational deep sea fishing, wonderful diving and snorkelling and a true Indian Ocean ambience that is complemented by superb service and delicious food. 800 miles up the coast lies the Quirimbas archipelago, rich in cultural history and a trading post for Arab dhows since time immemorial. Here Wild and Exotic offer three sensational and complimentary destinations for the discerning traveller on three different islands.

Visas: Visas are necessary for UK visitors to Mozambique. These can be purchased on arrival in Vilanculous or Pemba for approximately US$35.

Why Mozambique: A visit to the pristine and remote Indian Ocean archipelagos of either Bazaruto in the south or Quirimbas in the north is the perfect way to relax after the excitement and dust of an inland bush safari. The visitor will find a different pace of life amongst golden sand dunes and warm, stunning blue waters of the Indian Ocean.