Abstract
A beach holiday in a destination that is still relatively untouched by mass tourism, offering unspoiled landscapes enriched by the friendliness of the Mozambican people.,
Characteristics
Individual seaside stay
transfers and group visits, shared with other clients
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Maputo
Arrival at Maputo International Airport and, after customs clearance, meeting with an Italian-speaking guide for a welcome and transfer to the hotel., Maputo (formerly known as Lourenço Marques) is one of the most pleasant capitals in Africa, a renowned port city known for its Mediterranean atmosphere, a legacy of 400 years of Portuguese domination. It boasts elegant colonial architecture and an enviable position on a hill overlooking the sparkling bay. It has wide avenues lined with jacaranda trees and is divided into two parts: the upper city, where embassies and the best hotels are located, and the lower city, where commercial activities take place., After check-in, depart with your guide in Italian for a city tour that includes the Fortress, the Central Market, the Railway Station Museum and the FEIMA handicrafts market. You will also pass by the Town Hall, the Cathedral, the Botanical Gardens and the Iron House. Dinner in a local restaurant before returning to the hotel., accommodation Private transfers,
Giorno 2 — Maputo → Nampula
Early morning transfer to the airport, Flight to, (these flights are scheduled very early in the morning and this could mean missing breakfast), Welcome in Italian upon arrival and transfer to the hotel with the guide., Transfer from the airport to the Mozambique Island pier (about 2 hours and 30 minutes) followed by a boat transfer from Mozambique Island to Coral Lodge (about 30-40 minutes)., I will arrive in the late afternoon., dinner, accommodation zzz Zell am See Grand Hotel, Located on the northern borders of Mozambique, opposite the famous Ilha de Mozambique UNESCO World Heritage Site and the country's first capital, this enchanting resort (Italian-owned) consists of 10 exclusive villas equipped with all major amenities. The villas are artfully designed to combine an elegant mix of wood and fabrics, ensuring that the lodge blends harmoniously into its surroundings.,
Giorno 3 — Nampula
Breakfast, full day tour of Ilha De Mozambique, The Ilha de Mozambique is located about 3 km from the mainland, and is about 3.5 km long and 1 km wide. It is located in the province of Nampula, and is separated from the mainland by the Mozambique Channel, which is about 3 km wide at its narrowest point. The island consists mainly of sand, coral and limestone rock, and has tropical vegetation characteristic of oceanic islands.
The name ‘Ilha de Mozambique’ is derived from the Portuguese term for the island of Mozambique, and its historical development is intimately linked to Portuguese colonisation. The island was the capital of Mozambique from 1507 to 1898, before the capital was moved to Maputo. The architecture of Ilha de Mozambique is one of its most fascinating features and testifies to its multicultural history. The oldest part of the island is the City of Stone, which dates back to the colonial period. This district is characterised by stone buildings, many of which were built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. Among the main architectural sights are The Fortress of São Sebastião, The Church of São Paulo and The Governor's Palace. These buildings, along with other historical monuments and structures, have given the island a unique atmosphere, where history is intertwined with everyday life. In 1991, Ilha de Mozambique was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of its historical, cultural and architectural importance., free lunch, return to the hotel, accommodation,
Giorno 4 — Nampula
Full board at the lodge, Free time to swim in the warm and safe waters of the Indian Ocean. Possibility to participate in the various activities offered by the lodge., dinner, accommodation,
Giorno 5 — Nampula
Full board at the lodge, Free time to swim in the warm and safe waters of the Indian Ocean. Possibility to participate in the various activities offered by the lodge., dinner, accommodation,
Giorno 6 — Nampula
Full board at the lodge, Free time to swim in the warm and safe waters of the Indian Ocean. Possibility to participate in the various activities offered by the lodge., dinner, accommodation,
Giorno 7 — Nampula
Breakfast, transfer to the airport at Nampula, The guided tour ends at the airport.,
Notes
- LUGGAGE: includes handling of one medium-sized luggage (max 23 kg) per person. Due to limited space in vehicles, we cannot guarantee extra luggage.
- TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
- SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.
- HOTEL, CHECK-OUT: The room must be vacated in the morning, by the time indicated by the hotel; the surcharge for late check-out is equal to an extra night.
- HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or hotels with others of similar or higher category, means of transportation, etc., if required by unforeseen circumstances and necessary for the safety and normal continuation of the trip. Furthermore, when it is not possible to accommodate all participants in the same hotel, the group will be divided among different hotels of equal category.
- TIPS: not included, but practically mandatory, unless there are serious shortcomings. It is recommended: €7 per day per person for the guide and ranger, €4-5 per day per person for the driver, tracker, and hotel staff, depending on satisfaction with the service received. Usually, the guide hands out three envelopes, one for themselves, one for the Park rangers, and one for the driver, to be personally given to them at the end of the tour.
- MEALS: not included unless specified.
Starts from
3 days / 2 nights - from Maputo to Nampula,
Meals
Legend: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner,
Price includes
Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners, transfers from Nampula airport to Ilha de Mozambique + boat transfer to Coral Lodge and back, airport/hotel transfer upon arrival, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar),
Price does not include
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage, medical-luggage-cancellation insurance, unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general, entry visa for non-EU (European Union) citizens, tip, flights and airport taxes, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",
Important notes
Passport required for Italian citizens, with a remaining validity of at least six months. It is essential that your passport has at least two blank pages., The tour departs from the airport of Maputo: it is necessary to book a flight arriving by 14., flight from Maputo to Nampula (not included) book flight molto presto la mattina at 6am o 7am, Visa required, to be requested before departure, at the Embassy of the Republic of Mozambique in Rome for tourism (maximum two entries and 30 days of stay in the country). The visa at the Embassy is mandatory for some airlines to allow boarding, so please verify this with your airline. If you also want to visit neighboring countries with subsequent return to Mozambique, it is suggested to directly request a multiple entry visa from the Embassy of Mozambique in Rome, which allows entry and exit from the country multiple times with a maximum duration of 30 days., Like in the entire Indian Ocean area, the coast and archipelagos of Mozambique are also subject to tides of marked intensity that can affect swimming and beach enjoyment.,
Honeymoon Special
Honeymooners will receive a special welcome, an outdoor massage on the beach,
Cancellation policies
No penalty up to 46 days before the start of the tour - 25% penalty from 45-30 days, 50% penalty from 29-13 days, 100% penalty from 12-0 days or no show.,
