Cabo Delgado

Don't miss matapa (cassava leaves cooked in coconut milk) and peri-peri prawns, a spicy seafood delicacy.

Yes, the Swahili Cultural Festival on Ibo Island celebrates local music, dance, and traditions.

Yes, but always check for local advice on tides and currents, especially around the Quirimbas Archipelago.

Purchase handmade crafts from local artisans and dine at small, family-run restaurants.

Yes, by staying in guesthouses on Ibo Island and using local boats for island-hopping.

Always ask for permission before photographing people, especially in rural areas.

Learn a few basic phrases in Portuguese or Swahili, as English is not widely spoken.

Stay at eco-lodges and participate in community-led conservation projects.

Join a guided safari tour to ensure safety and maximize wildlife sightings.

It’s possible, but some areas may be inaccessible due to flooding.

Most nationalities need a visa; obtain on arrival or online. Check with the Mozambican embassy.

Only southern parts and Pemba are considered safe; avoid the north due to insurgency.

Mozambican metical (MZN). US dollars are accepted in tourist areas.

Required if arriving from an endemic country; recommended otherwise.

Portuguese is official; Makua and Swahili are common. English is limited.

No, drink bottled or filtered water.

Chapas (minibuses) for short trips, flights for longer distances, and dhows for islands.

Only in upscale hotels and restaurants in Pemba; carry cash.

Light clothing, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, a hat, and a first-aid kit.

Yes, the Quirimbas Archipelago has excellent coral reefs and marine life.

Seafood, piri-piri chicken, matapa (cassava leaves), and fresh tropical fruit.

Highly recommended, including medical evacuation coverage.