Mozambique Travel Guide Vilanculos to Pemba

Vilanculos To Pemba, Mozambique

There are many attractions along the coast and inland between Vilanculos and Pemba. Visitors to this Mozambique area can choose a destination or explore this countryside in a variety of ways. The following destinations are listed in order moving north towards Pemba, Mozambique. For expert travel advice and itineraries to suit, contact a Siyabona Travel Consultant.

Beira, Chimoio, Gorongosa National Park and local National Reserves

Beira

Beira is a busy port in Sofala Province and the 2nd largest city in Mozambique. The airport is the nearest for access to beautiful Gorongosa National Park. Beira is located on the mouth of the Pungwe River. This Mozambique city is linked to Harare in Zimbabwe and Malawi by rail and road and was in the past, a popular holiday destination for visitors from over border.

This city in Mozambique has a colourful colonial past and the architecture around the central square reflects that. There are a number of historic buildings, restaurants and cafes, modern banking facilities and general amenities. The attractive beachfront in Beira is a short drive away at Macuti.

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Chimoio

This bustling provincial capital city is located in lush surroundings, west of Beira near Manica and the Zimbabwe border. Chimoio in Mozambique has an airstrip, most amenities and accommodation with a strategic location for rail and road routes between Beira, Mutare (Zimbabwe) and Tete.

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National Parks and Reserves near Beira

Gorongosa National Park

This scenic treasure at the end of the Great Rift Valley in Mozambique is a major wildlife reserve which is undergoing rejuvenation. Mount Gorongosa is just northwest of Beira with spectacular views overlooking the massive reserve. Visitors in this Mozambique area can see rainforest, waterfalls, streams and rivers, woodlands and savannah in the park.

Animal stocks and facilities are in the process of being rebuilt, accommodation and a restaurant are available. In season (April – Oct) a high clearance 2wd vehicle can access Gorongosa National Park otherwise a 4x4 is recommended.

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Chimanimani National Reserve

This remote Mozambique reserve is west of Beira just past Chimoio and has diverse ecosystems with prairies and mountainous regions which support Buffalo, a wide variety of antelope and birdlife. Chimanimani is undeveloped with basic camping and access is by 4x4 only.

Marrowmeu National Reserve

This undeveloped reserve is north of Beira, Mozambique, and is especially notable for its prolific birdlife. There are 4 of the Big Five animals amongst other mammals in the reserve.

Inland attractions north of Chimoio

Tete / The Cahora Bassa Dam

The provincial capital of Tete is a busy centre located on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River connecting Mozambique to Zimbabwe and Malawi. Temperatures soar here (the hottest in the country) so visitors should go prepared. This city in Mozambique has an airport, modern banking facilities, market, restaurants and accommodation. The most striking feature of Tete is the suspension bridge over the river, legendary Baobab trees can also be seen in this area.

Northwest of Tete is the town of Songa and the massive man-made
Cahora Bassa Dam (hydroelectric scheme). This engineering marvel is the 2nd biggest in Africa and the site of excellent Tiger Fishing adventures. Permission to visit the dam is required and can be arranged in Tete.

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