Holidays: Focus On Mozambique

Mozambique is located on the south east coast of Africa and is a fine blend of African, Arabic and Portuguese cultures; a blend that makes it one of the most exotic destinations of any African safari adventure.

Premier diving location
It is a premier diving location with coral reefs and atolls literally teeming with life and colour, and it has some of the best deep sea fishing the world over. It is arguably the white sands and turquoise waters, however, that inspire dreams of a Robinson Crusoe-esque type of existence - the only difference is the trendy, upmarket, yet comparatively inexpensive, beach lodges that abound for the lazy, sun-soaking traveller on an epic African holiday.

Although the nation is still hard at work in an effort to rebuild itself after a nasty and savage civil war, Mozambique and her people are more than welcoming to tourists. Pop in at the Souk Souk, the centralised market of the port town of Pemba, and you will be astounded at the quality and craftsmanship of their locally produced arts, crafts and traditional silverware this market also reveals the warmth and effervescence of the locals.

Mozambique is first and foremost a beach escape, and African safari specialists will guide you and your family to some of its most attractive destinations, including secluded beaches, tropical islands and coral fringed atolls.

The Pearl of the Indian Ocean
The Bazaruto Archipelago should be the focal point of any Mozambique tour as, apart from its natural splendours, there are plenty of unusual activities for tourists to enjoy. Take a timeless sojourn on an original Arab sailing vessel, a Dhow Safari, keeping your eyes peeled for the elusive Dugong, or simply snorkel your way around the reefs and bays of the 5 idyllic isles that make up this romantic, tropical chain.

If you have the need to emulate the great Ernest Hemingways character in the Old Man and the Sea and are gunning for a maritime trophy, the waters off Bazaruto offer superior Black Marlin stocks but if casting circles in the air is more enticing, why not try salt water fly-fishing where, instead of trout or bass, the sought-after bone fish is prepared for the pan.

Where Noah parked his Ark
Dedicated Africa tour operators will, no doubt, give visitors a brief glimpse of the rich and diverse natural wild life that is slowly recovering after the war. Gorongosa National Park was once referred to as the place where Noah parked his Ark purely because of the abundance of wildlife and after careful conservation efforts, the animals are indeed returning two by two!