Joanna James
Renowned for its long Indian Ocean coastline, Mozambique in East Africa has a whole host of exciting things to do that are more than just sandy shores and azure waters. Come, experience beautiful Mozambique, and savour the best of its treasures that treat you to an utterly blissful African getaway.
Mozambique might not be among the big names in wildlife-watching in Africa, but the country too has its blessings from mother nature that allow the many tourists to Mozambique to experience some of Africa's fascinating wildlife. Gorongosa National Park in the Great Rift Valley of central Mozambique is arguably the most spectacular safari destination in the country. Aside from the lions, hippos, elephants, zebras and the wide variety of other wildlife, the cascading curtain of water that is Murombedzi Falls and the unruffled waters of Lake Urema also call the sprawling nature reserve home.
The remarkably long Indian Ocean coastline is one of the most prominent landscapes that define Mozambique. Off the coast of those sandy shores is a wonder of nature even more alluring — the Bazaruto National Park on the Bazaruto Archipelago. Pristine white sand, palm-fringed shores lapped by turquoise blue waters — one could not wish for a more bewitching seascape. While the protected section of the wide-open seas has a whole host of fun-filled activities in store for you, snorkelling and scuba diving certainly top the list, inviting you to uncover striking wonders of the world underwater.
The bustling capital city of Mozambique doesn't let its pace drop even after the sun goes down. Once the darkness takes over the azure blue skies, the vibrant nightlife is what the lively city is all about. Whether you fancy indulging in an atmospheric bar, treating yourself to some live music or dancing the night away at one of the incredible nightclubs, you are in for a night to remember in zestful Maputo.
Craving a dose of adventure in Mozambique? A few kilometres off the north coast of Mozambique is the 32-island Quirimbas Archipelago, inviting you to indulge in a dose of adventure on your idyllic getaway. Hop on a traditional dhow and set sail into the wide-open seas to explore a clutch of the archipelago's picturesque islands. The truly adventurous could kick things up a notch, plunging off the boat into the welcoming waters for snorkelling or scuba diving around the islands.
Foodie or not, getting a taste of the mouth-watering local cuisine is, without a doubt, one of the best things to do in Mozambique. Embarking on your local food tour could be done conveniently at almost all Mozambique holiday resorts, including the likes of Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort.
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