A great holiday destination with exquisite beaches and exotic marine life, Vilanculos, near Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique makes an excellent stopover en-route to Margaruque, Benguerra and Bazaruto islands.

Visitors can fly from Johannesburg to Vilanculos, near Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique in 2 hours and 15 minutes on daily scheduled flights. Smugglers and Palmeiras Lodge are just 8km (5 miles) from the airport. Airport transfers and local transport can be arranged.

Travellers can also self-drive to Vilanculos (4x4 vehicles are an added advantage), the Zimbabwean border is 550km (342 miles) away, and the South African border is 800km (497 miles) away. Smugglers can supply detailed instructions on driver requirements to enter Mozambique.

Climate

The rainy season is between October and April. The temperature is around 28 degrees Celsius (82 degrees Fahrenheit).The dry season is between May and September. The temperature is around 19 degrees Celsius (66 degrees Fahrenheit). Warm clothing is advisable at this time of the year.