Joanna James
While Mozambique might be among the less visited countries in Africa, the nation has plenty to offer seasoned travellers! From plentiful natural beauty, historical sites, paradise-like isles and fascinating cultural experiences that promise to stay with you long after you have left this beautiful destination. Here is a list of the top things to do during your time there!
Mozambique is world-renowned for its fresh offerings of plentiful seafood – their most popular dish being peri-peri prawns. No holiday here is complete without taking the time to sample an array of local dishes which tend to be spicy and flavourful thanks to being heavily influenced by the Portuguese who once colonised the island. If you are keen on sampling a dish without any Portuguese influences, then opt for a seafood view called Matata, which is made by cooking clams in peanut sauce. Other notable dishes one should not miss out on include Bolo Polana, Galinha Asada and Feijoada.
Did you know that Mozambique's coastline is home to some of the most pristine reef ecosystems in the world? And offer keen divers some truly spectacular diving experiences especially if you opt to do so in Quirimbas. Tofo, Pemba and Pomene islands. Diving in Mozambique will one the chance to swim alongside giant manta rays and whale sharks between the months of September to February. Plus, if you are lucky you might even have a rare sighting of the gentle dugong swimming in the nutrient-rich waters of this island nation.
To really experience the unique melting pot of cultures that have influenced Mozambique, why not make your way to the Central Market located in Maputo? An expansive market space that actually spans the length of 6 football pitches, the Central Market sells everything from intricately woven carpets, fresh seafood, aromatic spices, and curios to farm fresh fruits and vegetables. Visiting the market is also a great way to really engage with the locals and learn about their daily lives.
Among the list of things to do in Mozambique, big game fishing is huge -with a lot of visiting tourists taking to the sea to enjoy this activity. The waters off Mozambique are rich with an abundance of big game fishing such as wahoo, marlin and tuna all year around. Do note that most of the big game fishing only takes place on a tag-and-release basis.
Is there anything more exciting than cantering on a horse along pristine stretches of white sandy beaches come sunset? One will be happy to know that horse riding on the beaches is available throughout different spots along the Mozambique coast and is a safe activity conducted under the supervision of expert trainers. Be sure to check with your resort the likes of Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort, as they will be able to provide guidance on how this activity can be enjoyed with the whole family.
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