Best of Mozambique

Arrival in Johannesburg in the morning. Onward flight with Airlink to Beira in Mozambique, where you land around midday.

Reception and completion of immigration formalities. Transfer to the national departure area. Onward flight in a small aircraft (max. 4 guests, 15 kg crumpleable luggage) to Gorongosa Airstrip.

Safari Air is a versatile airline offering a wide range of air services in, around and from Mozambique and Southern Africa. Safari Air was founded in 2006 and transports passengers to and from lodges. Reception and transfer by off-road vehicle to Muzimu Lodge.

4 nights all inclusive at Muzimu Lodge, East-African-style canvas tent, game drives and safaris included – Details about the hotel

Gorongosa National Park is Mozambique's premier wildlife destination and possibly one of the biggest and most significant wildlife restoration stories in Africa. The management of the park is focused on balancing the needs of conservation and the well-being of the stunning landscapes and their wildlife, as well as the families who live on the park's borders. The park is famous for the incredible variety of landscapes that visitors can experience. From magical forests, the lush rainforest and the waterfalls of Mount Gorongosa to the rivers and floodplains around Lake Urema. Gorongosa National Park is often referred to as the "Serengeti of the South" and is home to a rich biodiversity that harbours an extensive list of animal and plant species.

With the first light of day, you drive out into the bush and experience the unforgettable morning atmosphere in the park. A wake-up concert of birdsong accompanies you and the first rays of sunshine are a photographer's dream. On the alluvial plains, large waterbucks stand in the fading mist and huge groups of baboons leave the safety of the trees to forage in the savannah. Your guide will try to find the elephants that have cut their way through the woodland at night and, with a bit of luck, you will come across lions returning from the night's hunt and looking for a suitable resting place. After the safari, enjoy breakfast and relax at the lodge before setting off on another exciting safari in the afternoon.

On clear days, you can already see the silhouette of the Gorongosa Mountains from the plain of the national park. Mount Gogogo (1863 m) and the other peaks of the isolated granite massif are vital for the people, animals and plants of the Gorongosa region. Like a kind of water catcher, the mountains hold back the clouds of the Indian Ocean and give rise to rivers such as the Vunduzi.

Transfer to the airstrip and return flight in a small aircraft to Beira. Transfer and scheduled flight to Maputo. Reception and transfer to the hotel.

Maputo is the capital of the East African state of Mozambique. The harbour city on the Indian Ocean boasts architecture from the Portuguese colonial era. Many buildings in the Jacaranda-lined city centre district of Baixa date back to the turn of the 20th century. The railway station, crowned by a bronze dome, was completed in 1916. There is also a large municipal market hall in Baixa, which is located near the neoclassical town hall on Praça da Independência.

The lively capital city of Maputo awaits you immediately after your arrival in the afternoon with a private sightseeing tour of the historic Bairro Mafalala. Mafala is a place of poetry and resistance that has influenced many Mozambican writers and politicians. Immerse yourself in the history of the struggle for independence and experience the reality of life away from the main avenues. The tour continues with a visit to the Baixa, the bustling heart of Maputo. In the fortress, the Mercado Central and the railway station, you will be surrounded by the flavour of the colonial past. Treat yourself to a drink in the old Cafe Continental and learn how Maputo has developed from a trading post to a modern African metropolis.

1 overnight stay at the 4★ Hotel Polana Serena, double room Prime, Polana Mar Wing – Details about the hotel

Transfer to the airport and scheduled flight to Inhambane. Reception and transfer to the hotel on Barra Beach.

Sentidos Beach Retreat is open and ready to welcome you to this paradise. Here, on this almost unspoilt piece of Mozambican coastline, waiting to be discovered by you.

3 nights at the 5★ Hotel Sentidos Beach Retreat, Beach Villa – Details about the hotel

The beautiful beach of Barra is just a short drive from Inhambane. With endless sandy beaches lined with coconut palms, Barra is an insider's tip. From Barra, divers and snorkellers have access to a variety of dive sites in the area. Diving temperatures are normally between 22 and 29 degrees, making diving possible all year round.

1 x day tour to Tofo is included
Whale sharks and manta rays frolic in the plankton-rich waters all year round, and humpback whales pass by on their way from the Antarctic through the Mozambique Channel. Tofo is a small coastal town in the south of Mozambique. The 8 km long curved beach is ideal for swimming and boat trips for diving and fishing charters. The smaller Tofinho Beach is generally quieter and popular for surfing and fly fishing. Tofo's biggest attraction is the fantastic diving. The area is known for one of the largest manta ray populations in the world, including the giant manta ray. The majestic whale sharks are also common in the waters off Tofo and are often seen in season with a bit of luck.

Overland private transfer in a sedan vehicle to Vilancolus approx. 2 hours.
Helicopter flight to Benguerra Island. Transfer to the hotel.

Benguerra Island is the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago, located about 14 kilometres off the coast of Mozambique. The island is known for its beautiful, unspoilt beaches, nearby dive sites and world-class luxury lodges. The island is also home to three freshwater lakes where Nile crocodiles can be spotted, a reminder of a bygone era before the island broke away from the mainland. The Bazaruto Archipelago was declared a national park in 1971.

6 nights at the 5★ Hotel Azura Benguerra Island, Infinity Beach Villa, All Inclusive – Details about the hotel

After breakfast, return flight by helicopter to Vilancolus. Departure with Airlink in economy class to Johannesburg. Departure with Lufthansa in the evening non-stop to Frankfurt.

Arrival in Frankfurt in the morning, where your extraordinary journey ends.