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A Land of Smiles

Mozambique has regained itsposition at the forefront of theinternational tourism scene and isnow, once again, one of the mostattractive and intriguing touristdestinations in Southern Africa.Many new, international hotels andaward-winning, luxury lodges haveopened while the country's nationalparks and game reserves, someunder private management, arebeing swiftly re-stocked and returnedto their former glory. Theestablishment, with neighbouringcountries, of cross-border wildlifereserves being a vital factor in thisresurgence.

Mozambique's 2,500 km of white,palm-fringed beaches - and theislands of the Bazaruto Archipelagoin particular – have long been themajor draw for tourists. Theextensive coral reefs host a dazzlingarray of unique marine life and offerunbelievable diving and fishingopportunities covered, in-depth, laterin this brochure.But Mozambique offers so muchmore. Other exotic destinationsinclude the mysterious mountains ofNamuli and Unango; the historicalsettlements of Angoche; the WorldHeritage Site of Mozambique Island;the magnificent natural harbour of

Pemba; and the QuirimbasArchipelago which now rivalsBazaruto as the country’s maintourist attraction. The first lodge to open there is stillrated one of the top 100 hotels inthe world. Several equally luxuriouslodges have recently opened onother islands while further excitingprojects are scheduled for 2008. Infact a major USAID initiative willfocus on the promotion anddevelopment of sustainable tourismin Northern Mozambique that willstretch from Mozambique Island,Nacala and Angoche; through theQuirimbas Archipelago and Pemba;

to Lake Niassa and the NiassaReserve.Mozambique provides a contrast toother countries in Southern and EastAfrica, with its rare blend of African,Arab and Portuguese influences. TheMediterranean charm lives on withina fun-loving African setting, creatingan atmosphere that is unique withinthe region. This mix is especiallynoticeable in the Afro-Portuguesecuisine and the Latin beat of themusic in the clubs and discos.Visitors will warm to the livelinessand exuberance of Mozambique –country of contrasts and 'Land ofSmiles'.

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The Facts

HISTORYThe Bantu people settled inMozambique about 2,000 yearsago, setting up the greatMwenemutapa Empire in the centreand south of the country. By about900 AD trading links had beenforged with India, Persia, Chinaand, above all, with the Arab world.Gold was the major lure for thesemerchants and it was this preciousmineral that first attracted thePortuguese to Mozambique, Vascode Gama landing there in 1948 onhis way to India. The Portuguese setup their first trading post at Sofala in1505, exporting gold andchallenging Arab domination. By thelate 17th century ivory had replacedgold as the main export while, some50 years later, slaves became themajor commodity. Mozambique wasgoverned from Goa until 1752,when it was brought under directcontrol from Lisbon. As a result of

this link with India, numerous Indiantrading communities settled in thecountry, and their influence can stillbe seen today. Independent Arabtrading 'states' survived until the endof the 19th century when, afterPortugal's colonial role was ratified,these trading 'kingdoms' weredestroyed leaving the legacy of theIslamic religion in areas where thesesultanates had existed. In the earlypart of the 20th century vast tracts ofland were rented to andadministered by private companies.Agriculture became the main activity,creating huge numbers of poor, ruralblack workers, while a policy ofwhite supremacy was pursued.Repression and exploitationprovoked a backlash which led tothe growth of the independencemovement and the founding offreedom organisations like Frelimoin 1962. Armed struggle led toindependence on June 25, 1975. A

17-year-long civil war which thenbroke out was only resolved in1992. Multi-party elections werethen held in October 1994 withFrelimo emerging as victors.Mozambique, which joined theCommonwealth in 1995, is nowbuilding on its stability by promotingforeign investment and tourism.

GEOGRAPHYMozambique covers an area of over800,000 sq. km, three times the sizeof Great Britain. Situated to thesouth east of the African continent, itshares borders with six othercountries, Tanzania, Malawi andZambia to the north, Zimbabwe tothe west, South Africa andSwaziland to the south. The 2,500km long coastline boasts numeroussuperb beaches fringed by lagoons,coral reefs and strings of smallislands. A vast, low, grasslandplateau which rises from the coast

towards the mountains in the northand west covers nearly half thecountry's land area. The populationis concentrated along the coast andthe fertile river valleys. The Zambeziis the largest of the country's 25rivers. Mozambique is rich inmineral resources such as gold,emeralds, copper, iron ore andbauxite and is currently engaged inoil exploration.

CLIMATETropical to sub-tropical with coastaltemperatures high for much of theyear while the interior is warm tomild, even in the cooler, dry seasonfrom April to September. In the souththe hot, humid rainy season is fromDecember to March, farther norththis period lengthens by a fewweeks. The coast of northernMozambique is occasionally affectedby tropical cyclones. It is usuallysunny throughout the year.

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The Culture

Traditional ways of life are wellpreserved in Mozambique - varyingfrom province to province. Thiscultural kaleidoscope providesvisitors with a host of treasuredexperiences and memories. TheMakonde, from Cabo DelgadoProvince in the north-east, areknown for their fearlessness andinitiation rituals. For male initiation,participants dance in "mapico"masks. The body is tattooed and theteeth are sharpened purely for

aesthetic purposes. The Makondeare also accomplished craftsmen,producing fine hardwood - mainlymahogany, ebony or ironwood -and ivory carvings which oftendepict the stories of earliergenerations. Music is very importantto the Niassa people who live in thesparsely populated north-westernregion. They use wind instruments,made from dry and hollowedcalabashes, which produce a similarsound to a trumpet. Musicians in a

band play instruments of differentsizes. Makua women, fromNampula Province, paint their faceswith “muciro”, a white, root extract.They also make straw baskets, matsand other articles as well assculptures from ebony and clay.Thetraditional, spicy cooking ofZambézia is highly regarded.Zambézian chicken, grilled withpalm oil, is a particular delicacy. Theagility of the Nhau dancers of TeteProvince is much admired. To the

sound of resounding drum beats,they dance holding huge andfrightening wooden masks. For theChope people of InhambaneProvince the "timbila" is both thename of a percussion instrument anda dance. The instrument is similar toa xylophone. During the dance, upto 23 different sized instruments areplayed. The Chope also use the“mbira”, made of strips of metalattached to a hollow box andplucked with the fingers.

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The Islands

BAZARUTO ARCHIPELAGOThe most popular tourist area inMozambique, the archipelagoconsists of four main islands -Bazaruto, Benguera, Magaruque,and Santa Carolina. They aresituated some 35 km off themainland and are accessible byboat, or small aircraft, from the townof Vilanculos. High qualityaccommodation attracts internationalvisitors who, as well as swimmingand sunbathing, can take part innumber of outdoor activities and afull range of water-sports thatincludes snorkelling, scuba diving,deep-sea fishing, salt water flyfishing, sailing and water-skiing.Small antelope roam the islandsalongside fresh-water crocodiles,mangrove crabs and samangomonkeys while flamingo nest on thefreshwater lakes. The islands are infact home to over 240 varieties ofbirds including fish eagles, bee-eaters, harriers, ospreys and theelusive crab plover and greencoucal. Bazaruto Marine Park nowcovers the entire Bazaruto

Archipelago making this 1400 sqkm reserve one of the largest in theIndian Ocean. In addition tohumpback whales, dolphins, mantarays and five species of turtle, some100 dugongs survive here - one ofthe very few viable populations onthe East African coast.

IBO ISLANDPart of the Quirimbas Archipelago,and a former Portuguese tradingpost, this beautiful island has beennominated for World Heritagestatus. Only accessible by boat fromPemba, it is well worth the effort asthe island is steeped in history andancient culture. A number ofinvestors have identified this andcommunity and conservationprojects are underway to protectIbo’s biodiversity. The island pridesitself on its three historical forts. Thelargest, St Jao Baptista on thenorthern side of the island, was usedto imprison political prisoners fromPortugal as late as the 1970’s. Todaythe fort is used for more peacefulwork and is home to traditional

silversmiths that practice theirancient art of hand made jewellerydesign.

INHACA ISLANDAbout 34 km out into Maputo Bay,Inhaca Island is accessible either byboat or light aircraft. The lovelyisland offers many different activitiesincluding a tractor ride to thelighthouse or a visit to the MarineBiology Museum. Scuba diving,snorkelling, kayaking, parasailing,windsurfing and surf or deep-seafishing are just some of the moreexciting activities. An excursion toneighbouring Portuguese Island oran escape to the ‘wild side’ of theisland - with its crashing surf, deepblue sea and glorious wind - arealso recommended. The abundantwildlife includes flamingo, pelicansand loggerhead turtles.

MOZAMBIQUE ISLANDNow a World Heritage Site, thisformer capital of Portuguese EastAfrica was a trading post, for gold,ivory and slaves, used by Portuguese

ships on their way to India. The oldpart of the island is full of historicaland architectural features. Numerousbuildings, some constructed of coral,date from the 16th century.

QUIRIMBAS ARCHIPELAGOConsisting of 32 small islands,including Ibo Island, and stretching100 km from Pemba to the RovumaRiver on the border with Tanzania,the area boasts some of the richestcoral reefs in the world and is hometo an abundant array of marine life.Luxury lodges provide ampleopportunity for relaxation whilescuba diving, snorkelling, deep-sea-fishing, sailing, surf-casting and birdwatching are just some of theactivities on offer. The southernmostof the islands, and a vast expanse ofmainland forest, form the recentlydeclared Quirimbas National Park.Elephant, leopard, lion, buffalo, wilddog and an amazing bird-life maybe seen here while the marine faunaand flora includes sharks, sea turtles,humpback whales, the occasionaldugong and over 50 types of coral.

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The Beaches

Mozambique's 2,500 km of IndianOcean coastline is mainly made upof empty, palm-fringed, sandybeaches where luxury hotels andlodges cater for the most discerningtraveller. Here are details of justsome of the mainland’s best beaches.

MAPUTO PROVINCEAlthough Inhaca Island may beconsidered the major attraction, themainland also has a number of finebeaches. Surfers, in particular, willbe drawn to the big waves of Praiada Macaneta which can be reachedby boat from Maputo. The 117kmjourney to the golden sands of Pontado Ouro requires a 4x4 vehiclewhile just 5 km north from there isthe beautiful beach of PontaMalongane.

GAZA PROVINCEThe massive reef running parallel to

the beach at Xai-Xai providesnatural protection against the strongwaves at high tide and forms severalsmall pools at low tide, when thelocals gather shellfish. Bilene lies onthe fine white sand shores of a 27km long lagoon, The sea can bereached by crossing the lagoon byboat. Other popular beaches areZongoene, at the mouth of theLimpopo River, Chidenguele andChizavane.

INHAMBANE PROVINCEIn addition to the islands of theBazaruto Archipelago, this provincealso boasts many other superbbeaches, amongst them Praia deZavala, Praia de Závora, GuinjataBay and Baía dos Cocos or CoconutBay (south of Inhambane); Praia doTofo, Praia da Barra and Ponta daLinga Linga (east of Inhambane);and Pomene (174 km to the north).

SOFALA PROVINCEBeira's best beaches are foundbetween the Club Náutico and theMacuti lighthouse. Some 10 kminland from the centre of Beira, ‘SixMiles’ is a beautiful tropical resortconsisting of an artificial lagoon,dotted with islands, where visitorscan swim or hire pedal boats.

ZAMBÉZIA PROVINCEA wonderful beach of endless whitesand, Praia de Zalala is reachedfrom Quelimane by 45 km of goodroad. The beach is lined by denseand leafy casuarina trees. Praia dePebane is another white sand beachnorth of Quelimane.

NAMPULA PROVINCEMozambique Island is the maindraw but the province has severalother attractive beaches. Praia dasChocas, on the mainland near

Mozambique Island, is a verypopular while Praia de FernaoVeloso, a favourite of the localpeople, is located near Nacala.

CABO DELGADO PROVINCEThe palm-lined beach of Praia doWimbe is noted for its white sandand clear blue waters. Visitors canwalk along Wimbe beach to reachthe lighthouse and nearby Praia doFarol beach. Mecufi and Mocímboada Praia beaches are alsorecommended. Ibo Island and theQuirimbas Archipelago may bereached by boat from Pemba.

NIASSA PROVINCEAlthough not on the coast, thisprovince is bordered by LakeNiassa/Malawi with its numeroussandy beaches. The best known arePraia de Meponda, Praia deMetangula and Praia de Cobué.

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Mozambique’s environmentalconservation areas, which presentlycover over 12% of the country,comprise the following six NationalParks and six National Reserves.

BANHINE NATIONAL PARKSituated in Gaza Province, this6,000 sq km park is part of theGreat Limpopo TransfrontierConservation Area which linksMozambique with parks in SouthAfrica and Zimbabwe. Comprisingopen savannah with mopane andmiombo forests, it is home to lion,leopard, impala, kudu, nyala, oribi,reedbuck, sable, grey duiker, hippo,ostrich and crocodile.

BAZARUTO ARCHIPELAGONATIONAL PARKComprising five islands in theBazaruto Archipelago, 20 km off thecoast of Inhambane Province, the1,400 sq km area protects dolphin,dugong, sea turtles, sharks, rays andvarious species of whale and over240 varieties of bird including therare crab plover and green coucal.The 150 dugong found here beingone of the major populations of EastAfrica.

GORONGOSA NATIONALPARKOne of the world’s best knownconservation areas, this park lies onthe south edge of the Great Rift

Valley, 80 km north-west of Beira inSofala Province. Lion, leopard, civet,genet, serval, buffalo, elephant,bushbuck, hartebeest, impala, kudu,nyala, oribi, reedbuck, sable,waterbuck, warthog, zebra, vervetmonkey, chacma baboon, hippo andcrocodile may be seen. The bird-lifeis prolific with over 200 species,including the rare green-headedoriole, having been identified.

LIMPOPO NATIONAL PARKLinked with the Kruger, in SouthAfrica, and Gonarezhou, inZimbabwe, this area, in the west ofGaza province, forms part of thehuge Great Limpopo TransfrontierPark. With numerous differentlandscapes it is home to the ‘bigfive’ – elephant, rhino, lion, leopardand buffalo - and a host of otherwildlife including wild dog, hyena,kudu, oribi, hippo and zebra.

QUIRIMBAS NATIONAL PARKSituated in Cabo Delgado Province,this 7,500 sq km park covers alarge area of the mainland inaddition to eleven islands of theQuirimbas Archipelago. Elephant,buffalo, lion, leopard, hyena, jackal,wild dog, eland and sable may beseen. Marine species includedolphin, turtle, shark, whale, therare and endangered dugong and375 species of fish while the birdlifeis amazing.

ZINAVE NATIONAL PARKYet another park which forms part ofthe Great Limpopo TransfrontierConservation Area, this 4,000 sq kmpark is situated along the Save Riverin the far north-west of InhambabeProvince. Lion, leopard, cheetah,hyena can be viewed along withbushbuck, impala, kudu, nyala,reedbuck, steenbuck, both grey andred duiker, hippo and crocodile.

CHIMANIMANI NATIONALRESERVESituated in Manica Province this 640sq km reserve is home to buffalo,bushbuck, grey and red duiker,eland, oribi, reedbuck, sable,waterbuck, warthog and a widevariety of birds and reptiles many ofwhich are endemic to the area.

GILE NATIONAL RESERVEThis 2,860 sq km mountainousreserve, in the north of ZambeziProvince, lists 95 species of mammal- including elephant, lion, leopard,wild dog, spotted hyena, kudu,nyala and waterbuck - and 114species of bird.

MAPUTO NATIONAL RESERVELinked with parks in Swaziland andSouth Africa this reserve, situatedsouth of Maputo, now forms part ofthe Lumombo TransfrontierConservation Area. It is a majorelephant stronghold but other

mammals include duiker, kudu,reedbuck, waterbuck and crocodile.There is a wide variety of birds whilethe marine fauna includes dolphin,turtle and whales.

MARROMEU NATIONALRESERVESituated along the delta of theZambezi River, in Sofala Province,this reserve has a huge populationof buffalo while the birdlife isextensive. Other wildlife that may beseen includes elephant, lion,leopard, eland, impala, kudu, nyala,reedbuck, wildebeest and wild boar.

NIASSA GAME RESERVELocated in Niassa Province, in thefar north of the country, this is thelargest reserve in Mozambiqe and ishome to its largest population ofboth elephant and wild dog. Lion,leopard, buffalo, giraffe, grey andred duiker, eland, hartebeest,impala, kudu, sable, waterbuck,wildebeest and zebra may also beseen.

POMENE NATIONAL RESERVESet on the dunes and sandy forestsof the Inhambane Province coast,this small 126 sq km reserve is hometo grey duiker, impala, steenbuck,wildebeest, wild boar, chacmababoon and grey monkeys. There isalso a wide and varied range ofbird species.

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The Cities

MAPUTOMaputo, the capital of Mozambique,is located to the south of the country.Formerly known as LourencoMarques, it evokes much of theatmosphere of its Portuguesecolonial past with its wide streetslined with acacia and jacarandatrees. The city has excellent hotels,restaurants, nightclubs – even acasino - and offers visitors theopportunity to view innumerablesights of historical, cultural andscenic beauty. The Cathedral, onIndependence Square, is aparticularly imposing sight as arethe neo-classical City of CouncilChambers nearby. The gothic-styleMuseum of Natural History housesexhibits on many of the animalspecies in Mozambique while theFortress, one of Maputo’s oldestbuildings, is now a colonial historymuseum. Other interesting buildingsare The House of Iron, importedfrom the World Exhibition in Paris;the Railway Station; and the YellowHouse, the seat of the first colonialgovernment. The Botanical Gardens;the Central Market, which offers awide variety of handicrafts inaddition to fresh fruit, vegetablesand herbs; and the Fish Market mayalso be of interest. Inhaca Island, 34

km out into Maputo Bay, is easilyaccessible by boat or light aircraftwhile the Maputo National Reservelies 80 km to the south of the city.

XAI-XAIThe beach near Xai-Xai, north ofMaputo in Gaza province, is apopular destination. The Limpoporiver flows south of the town.

INHAMBANEFurther north from the capital, in theprovince of the same name, is thecity of Inhambane. Established as aPortuguese trading post in 1534 it isone of the oldest Europeansettlements in Southern Africa. TheCathedral of Our Lady of theConception, with its fine clock tower,was built by the Portuguese about200 years ago.

BEIRAThis city, Mozambique's secondmajor port, is located at the mouthof the Pungwe River in Sofalaprovince. In the heart of the city isthe square of Largo do MunincÌpio,surrounded by old colonialbuildings, terraces, tea rooms andshops. The cathedral, erected in1925, was built partly from stonesfrom the 16th century Fort of Sofala,

which has since been submergedunder the sea. Other buildings ofnote are Casa Portugal, built intypical colonial style, and themagnificent Casa Infante de Sagres.

QUELIMANEAn important river port, located onthe Rio dos Bons Sinais in ZambeziaProvince, Quelimane's landmarksinclude an austere Cathedral and anornate, modern Mosque. Withinreach are a number of hot-watersprings and the tea plantations ofthe Gurue Mountains.

NAMPULADisplays of typical Mozambican artare on show in the city museum ofthis provincial capital, while theCathedral is a remarkable buildingwith twin towers and a massivedome.

PEMBAThanks to little industrial activity,much of the natural beauty of thiscity, situated in a bay of the samename in Cabo Delgado Province,has been preserved. The Old Towncontains several traditional marketswhere souvenirs include silverware.From Pemba, tourists can hire a boatto visit the lovely Ibo Island.

LICHINGAThe gateway to Lake Niassa and theNiassa Game Reserve, the city ofLichinga, in Niassa Province, ishome to more than 75,000inhabitants.

TETETete, the provincial capital, is one ofthe hottest parts of the country andwhere the impressive TeteSuspension Bridge crosses theZambezi River. Baroma Church,about 30 km from the city, is amagnificent Jesuit Church built at theend of the 19th century. Some 150km from Tete is the Cabora BassaDam, the second largest in Africa,which creates an enormous reservoirwith a surface of 2,000 sq. km.

CHIMOIOChimoio, in Manica Province, is animportant commercial centre. A well-known feature of the city is Cabecado Velho, a spectacular, naturalstone formation resembling the faceof an old man. West of Chimoio isthe historic town of Manica, with itsimpressive Museum of Geologywhile about 36 km from Chimoio isthe Chicamba Reál dam, its sheeredoff rock face forming a natural V-shape to house the dam.

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The Diving

Diving in the warm, crystal clearIndian Ocean waters ofMozambique and its islands, is athrilling and rewarding experience.Mozambique is one of the finestdiving destinations in the world, withremarkably unspoilt coral reefs andan abundant variety of marine lifethat all levels of divers can enjoy allyear round. Sea temperatures varybetween 30°C in summer to 21°C inwinter and the structure of the reefs

offer pinnacles, overhangs, coralarches and much more. Reef depthsvary from 10m to 40m and offergood visibility and fantastic photoopportunities. Not only of theincredible range of coral but of over6,000 species of fish. The reefsattract a variety of game fish whilethe coral is home to myriads ofbrightly coloured smaller fishincluding schooling banner fish,moorish idols, butterfly fish, blue

striped snappers, barred sweetlips,goldies, and trigger fish.Diving is excellent all year-roundand a range of exciting and varieddiving itineraries can be organised.Barracuda, manta rays, moray eels,sharks, huge schools of kingfish,giant lobsters, and numerous speciesof reef fish are commonly seen. Thewhale shark, the largest fish in theworld which can reach lengths of upto 14m and weigh up to 15 tons,

can be spotted between Decemberand April. Above the waves, dolphinare frequently encountered as areleatherback, loggerhead and greenturtle. Humpback whales can besighted between August andOctober while the lucky few may getto marvel at the sight of the raredugong. Most lodges are pleased towelcome all levels of divers andlessons can be arranged for bothbeginners and intermediates.

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AUSTRALIA (61)Abercrombie & KentTel: 2-9241 3213 Fax: 2-9241 3813E-mail: info@abercrombiekent.com.auAfrica Safari CoTel: 2-9584 0520 Fax: 2-9584 0521E-mail: enquiries@africasafarico.com.auAfrican Travel SpecialistsTel: 3-9576 1980 Fax: 3-9576 2590E-mail: africa@africantravel.com.auAfrican Wildlife SafarisTel: 3 9249 3777 Fax: 3 9696 4937E-mail: info@africanwildlifesafaris.com.auBench InternationalTel: 2-9290 2877 Fax: 2-9290 2665E-mail: info@benchinternational.com.auWildlife SafariTel: 08 9388 9900 Fax: 08 9388 9232E-mail: info@wildlifesafari.com.au

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Benguerra is a unique,African island paradise– washed by the

turquoise waters of thewarm Moçambique channel.This is barefoot luxury at itsvery best.The Lodge is small andintimate, with a rich EastAfrican/Arabic feel –evident in both the décor,and the unique anddelectable food whichcomprise largely of freshlycaught seafood.There are three room typesavailable at the lodge. Thebeautiful Cabana’s - each with it’sown private deck and plunge pool,merging naturally into thesurrounding indigenous forest. Theluxurious Casita’s complete with alounge area, private wooden deck,plunge pool and outdoor diningGazebo, just a step away from thebeach.Or, for those wanting unsurpassed

luxury and privacy – we have anexclusive Villa, set apart from the restof the Lodge, with two doublebedrooms and its own privatelounge/dining area with personalchef and private swimming pool.We offer genuine hospitality,personalized service and an intimateknowledge of our naturalenvironment. We are passionate

about conservation anddedicated to the involvementof the local community insharing and conserving thespirit of Africa.Benguerra Lodge is aparadise for snorkellers andscuba divers. The lodge hasa fully equipped dive centreand access to some of themost pristine reefs in theworld. There is also excellentsaltwater fly and deep seafishing to be had.Indulge yourself in countlesshours of relaxation undercoconut palms, delight inthe diversity of birdlife -

more than 150 species, visit thehistoric freshwater lakes, sail in atraditional Dhow and search the seasfor the legendary dugongs.You can choose to do as much, or aslittle, as you like.

E-mail: reservations@benguerra.co.za

Web: www.benguerra.co.za

Benguerra Lodge

casarex@teledata.mz www.casa-rex.com

Overlooking the BazarutoArchipelago

All rooms with sea view

All rooms with en-suite

Air-Conditioned

Wireless ADSL InternetAccess

Fantastic a la carteRestaurant

Swimming Pool

Reminiscent of a Gracious Era

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The Fishing

Mozambican is an angler’s paradisewhich offers world-class rock & surf,salt water fly and game & billfishing. Deep-sea fishing expeditionsalong the Mozambican coastline areexceptional with the BazarutoArchipelago, Inhaca, Nacala,Pemba, Ponto do Ouro, theQuirimbas Islands and Xai Xaiconsidered among the highspots.The Bazaruto Archipelago is, in fact,recognised as one of the bestdestinations in the world for black

marlin. The best months for blackmarlin are between October and theend of January. Blue and stripedmarlin are found from September toJanuary, while the main sailfishseason runs from the beginning ofJune until the end of September.From December to February anglersmay see one of the archipelago’smost interesting creatures. This is therare whale shark, the largest sharkand the largest fish in the world,which can reach lengths of up to

14m and weigh up to 15 tons.Fly-fishing, for queenfish, ladyfish,bonefish, pompano and severalspecies of kingfish, in the narrowchannels between Bazaruto andBenguerra, is unsurpassed with thebest season being from March toJuly. Rock and surf fish includekingfish, couta, king mackerel,springer, and big garfish. Other catches include, barracuda,bludger, dorado, green jobfish,kawakawa, prodigal son, rainbow

runner, skipjack and yellowfin tuna,and wahoo. A variety of other sharkspecies also occur offshore includingblackspot, blacktip, bull, dusky,silvertip, tiger and Zambezi. Mostlodges in Mozambique are happy towelcome, and teach, novices whiletackle and equipment is normallyavailable to hire. Boats are fullyequipped with navigational and fishfinding aids in addition to all theusual safety equipment. A tag andrelease policy is widely encouraged.

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AST African Special ToursTel: 61 01-49 90 00 Fax: 61 0149 90 29E-mail: info@ast-reisen.deCruising ReiseTel: 51 03-70 000 Fax: 51 03-700 070E-mail: info@cruising-reise.deFVS TravelTel: 89-997 382 0 Fax: 89-997 382 2E-mail: info@fvstravel.deGlobetrotter SelectTel: 8171-99 72 72 Fax: 8171-99 72 73E-mail: info@globetrotter-select.deJacana ToursTel: 89 580 80 41 Fax: 89 580 85 04E-mail: info@jacana.deJambo ToursTel: 29 35 7 91 91 Fax: 29 35 79 1 92E-mail: info@jambotours.deKarawane ReisenTel: 7141-284 830 Fax: 7141-284 838E-mail: info@karawane.deMoja TravelTel: 781 932297-18 Fax: 781 932297-29E-mail: info@moja-travel.netToucan ReisenTel: 40-22 74 81 84 Fax: 40-22 74 81 85E-mail: info@toucan-reisen.de

ITALY (39)Kel 12 DuneTel: 02-281 8111 Fax: 02-261 16581Tel: 041-238 5711 Fax: 041-984 217E-mail: booking@kel12.comIl ViaggioTel: 02-6698 2912 Fax: 02-6698 2915E-mail: info@ilviaggio.bizKuoni GastaldiTel: 010-596 81 Fax: 010-596 88 18E-mail: infotours@kuonigastaldi.itScirocco ToursTel: 023 47 870 Fax: 023 361 40 97 E-mail: sciroccotours@sciroccotours.it

NETHERLANDS (31)All Over ToursTel: 71-331 9034 Fax: 71-331 9156Email: info@allovertours.nlAngeli TravelTel: 35-53 17 499 Fax: 35-53 15 350E-mail: info@angelitravel.nlMiles TravelTel: 735 48 20 60 Fax: 735 48 20 66E-mail: info@milestravel.comThika TravelTel: 346-244060 Fax: 346-242525E-mail: safari@thika.nlUntamed Wildlife SafarisTel: 487 54 03 67 Fax: 487 54 09 71E-mail: info@untamedwildlife.com

NORWAY (47)Mauri TravelTel: 67 11 64 51 Fax: 67 77 68 02E-mail: post @mauritravel.noSelect TravelTel: 23 33 22 00 Fax: 23 33 22 09E-mail: info@selecttravel.noSpektrum ReiserTel: 5518 24 16 Fax: 55 18 24 16E-mail: info@spektrum-reiser.no

RUSSIA (7)AstravelTel: 495 781 2700 Fax: 495 781 2701E-mail: astravel@astravel.ruNikos ChallengerTel: 812 327 07 57 Fax: 812 373 60 00E-mail: challeng@comset.netPeresvet TourTel: 903 715 17 57 Fax: 495 926 43 37E-mail: peresvet@peresvet.infoSodis TravelTel: 495 933 5533 Fax: 495 933 5530E-mail: sodis@sodis.ru

SOUTH AFRICA (27)Abercrombie & KentTel: 11-781 0740 Fax: 11-781 0733E-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.zaEcoafrica TravelTel: 21-880 1333 Fax: 21-880 2451E-mail: info@ecoafrica.comFalcon Africa SafarisTel: 11-675 1915 Fax: 11-675 1837E-mail: enquiries@falcon-africa.co.zaFootsteps in AfricaTel: 82-3556 910 Fax: 11-252 9440E-mail: info@footsteps-in-africa.comJenman African SafarisTel: 21-683 7826 Fax: 21-674 0248E-mail: safaris@jenmansafaris.comJourneys2AfricaTel: 11 676 3000 Fax: 11 884 1660E-mail: info@journeys2africa.comLivingstone SafarisTel: 21-686 3788 Fax: 21-687 9263E-mail: info@livsaf.comMozaic TravelTel: 11-865 5927 Fax: 11-865 5927E-mail: mozaic@mweb.co.zaMozambique ConnectionTel: 11-803 4185 Fax: 11-803 3861E-mail: bookings@mozcon.comMozambique Travel ServiceTel: 13-751 2220 Fax: 13-750 2064E-mail: info@mozambiquetravelservice.com

Other Activities

In addition to diving and fishing,Mozambique’s coastline is an idealplace for a wide range of water-sports, while its rugged interior willappeal to lovers of the outdoors.

HIKING & CLIMBINGMozambique's rugged terrain makesit a good place for hikers. Climberscan tackle the challenge of theUnango’s, to the north of thecountry.

HORSE RIDINGThere are numerous opportunities forequestrian activities, especially onthe major islands where there arespecial horse trails.

PARASAILINGAn exhilarating experience,launched and recovered from asmall powerboat, it turns you into ahuman kite suspended hundreds offeet above the water.

QUAD BIKINGQuads are fun and easy to ride.Trails twist and wind through thesand and bush, offering climbs,descents and flat-out straights. Thereare other routes for the less daring.

SANDBOARDINGUnlike surfing and snow boarding,sand boarding is easy to learn andreadily accessible to beginners so an

adrenaline surge is just a slideaway.

SEA KAYAKINGPaddle next to ancient dhows anddugout canoes as you explore theislands, Lake Niassa or the Bazarutoor Quirimbas Archipelagos in a oneor two person kayak.

WATERSPORTSCanoeing, sailing, surfing, water-skiing, windsurfing and yachtingtake place along the coast and onlakes in the interior. Ponta do Ouroand beaches close to Inhambane areespecially good for surfing.

Quiláleais a

tropical, andotherwise uninhabited,

private island in thenorth of the Quirimbas

Archipelago in CaboDelgado province. It provides a

malaria-free haven of luxury and beauty with thehighest degree of privacy. Guestswill experience authentic Africanhospitality with personalisedservice to meet their every wish.Nine spacious and luxuriouslyfurnished villas, built with naturalstone and palm thatch, ensure cooltropical comfort. Each villa’s teakdeck and shower offer panoramic

views of the Indian Ocean while exoticMozambican cuisine is served in the open-terraceddining room, overlooking the ocean, or on thebeach by candlelight. Quilálea Island forms part of the Quilálea MarineSanctuary, the first protected in the archipelago.Sea turtles nesting on the beach; humpback whalessheltering their young in the channel; and theoccasional dugong spotted in the sea grassmeadows; are just some of the marine animals thatbenefit from this sanctuary. Quilálea offersunlimited opportunities for relaxation andexploration with scuba diving, snorkelling, sport

fishing, sailing, surf-castingand bird watching being just afew of the activities on offer.For further information contact:Quilálea Island Reservations:Tel/Fax: + 258 272 21808Cell: + 258 82 326 3900E-mail: info@quilalea.comWebsite: www.quilalea.com

A private island paradise

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Special Interest Ocean Islands SafarisTel: 21-702 0643 Fax: 21-702 0644E-mail: info@oceanislandsafari.comPulse AfricaTel: 11-325 2290 Fax: 11-325 2192E-mail: info@africansafari.co.zaSafariworx11-283 0091 Fax: 11-283 0038E-mail: info@safariworx.comShasa SafarisTel: 32- 946 1902 Fax: 32-946 1902E-mail: info@shasasafaris.co.zaSpurwingTel: 078 802 7777 Fax: 11-957 2223E-mail: info@spurwingtourism.comSun SafarisTel: 21-418 7258 Fax: 21-421 1665E-mail: info@sunsafaris.comSun and SandalsTel: 11-616 7705 Fax: 11-616 7716E-mail: info@sunandsandals.comThe Safari CompanyTel: 31-205 5500 Fax: 31-205 6692E-mail: info@thesafaricompany.co.zaTop HolidaysTel: 12-362 6406 Fax: 12-362 6407E-mail: reservations@tophols.comTourvestTel: 11-676 3000 Fax: 11-884 1682E-mail: info@tio.co.zaTravel TodayTel: 13-755 2146 Fax: 13-755 4298E-mail: info.travelt@galileosa.co.zaUitkyk HolidaysTel: 13-741 2409 Fax: 13-741 1063E-mail: reservations@uitkykholidays.co.zaUnusual DestinationsTel: 11-706 1991 Fax: 11-463 1469E-mail: info@unusualdestinations.comUyaphiTel: 21-797 2168 Fax: 21-797 1136E-mail: info@uyaphi.comWildlife AdventuresTel: 21-702 0643 Fax: 21-702 0644E-mail: sales@wildlifeadventures.co.za

SPAIN (34)Karisma ToursTel: 912 222 145 Fax: 912 222 130E-mail: info@karismatours.comViajes KuoniTel: 91-538 27 00 Fax: 91-538 27 27E-mail: kuoni@kuoni.esNobel ToursTel: 913 727 900 Fax: 917 080 225E-mail: promo@nobeltur.com

SWEDEN (46)Jambo ToursTel: 8-24 00 55 Fax: 8-24 14 50E-mail: info@jambotours.seKuoni ResorTel: 771 37 00 Fax: 8-21 02 19E-mail: info@kuoni.seSelect TravelTel: 8-678 15 15 Fax: 8-678 15 11E-mail: info@selecttravel.seThe African Safari CompanyTel: 8 81 11 20 Fax: 8 81 33 22E-mail: info@africansafari.se

SWITZERLAND (41)A + M Africa ToursTel: 44 926 79 79 Fax: 44 926 14 87E-mail: travel@africatours.chAfrican Collection ToursTel:44 912 38 50 Fax: 44 912 38 30E-mail: info@african-collection.chHannibal ToursTel: 71 279 13 30 Fax: 79 611 94 45E-mail: Hannibal_tours@bluewin.chRotunda ToursTel: 44-386 46 46 Fax: 44-386 46 88E-mail: rotunda@rotunda.ch

UNITED KINGDOM (44)Abercrombie & KentTel: 0845-0700 611 Fax: 0845-0700 607E-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.ukAfrica ExclusiveTel: 01604-628979 Fax: 01604-639879E-mail: nicola@safari.co.ukAfrica SelectTel: 01670-787646 Fax: 01670-787676E-mail: pg@africaselect.comAfrica Travel CentreTel: 0207-387 1211 Fax: 0207-383 7512E-mail:info@africatravel.co.ukAfrica SkyTel: 01293-766 332 Fax: 01293-766 320E-mail: info@africasky.co.ukAfrica UncoveredTel: 0207-357 8947 Fax: 0207-357 8947Tel: info@africauncovered.comBailey RobinsonTel: 01488-689 700 Fax: 01488-681 973E-mail: safaris@baileyrobinson.comBales WorldwideTel: 013 0673 2700 Fax: 013 0687 6904E-mail: info@balesworldwide.comBaobab TravelTel: 0870-382 5003 Fax: 0870-382 5004E-mail: info@baobabtravel.comCazenove & LoydTel: 0207-384 2332 Fax: 0207-384 2399E-mail: safaris@cazloyd.com

BIRD-WATCHINGThe wealth of birdlife inMozambique is stunning and morethan 900 species have beenrecorded. Benguerra Island alone ishome to 115 different types. InhacaIsland, with its flocks of flamingos, isalso excellent for birding as is LakeChicamba, with its waders andwater-birds.

BUTTERFLIESAfrica is home to over 3,500 speciesof butterfly and a far greater varietyof moth. Many of these can befound in Mozambique.

DOLPHIN TRACKINGPonta do Ouro, a resort to the southof Maputo, and the Bazaruto andQuirimbas Archipelagos are popularplaces for dolphin tracking.

DUGONGSFamilies of rare dugong, or seacows, may often be seen in thewaters surrounding the Bazarutoand Quirimbas Archipelagos.

FLORA ENTHUSIASTSCycads and many other exoticindigenous plants can be admiredthroughout Mozambique whileancient baobab trees, known as the"upside down tree" because itsbranches look like roots, are to befound in certain provinces.

RAIL BUFFSA metal dome, designed by GustaveEiffel of the Paris tower fame, topsMaputo's Railway Station, built in1910 and recently renovated. Ondisplay are two turn-of-the-century,wood-burning locomotives.

ROCK PAINTINGSAncient rock paintings are found inthe provinces of Manica, Tete andZambèzia.

TROPICAL FISHMozambique’s coral reefs are hometo innumerable species of fish whileLake Niassa, known as ‘God’sAquarium’, is renowned for itsspectacular cichlids.

TURTLESMozambique hosts five of the sevenspecies of marine turtles. Green,hawsksbill, leatherback, loggerheadand olive ridley.

WHALE WATCHINGAt certain times of the yearhumpback whales can be seen offthe coast of Inhambane province.

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Mozambique’s only beach lodge on the spectacular shores of Lake Niassa...

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Situated on the beachfront, just 7km from the airport, the HolidayInn Maputo offers the higheststandard of quality and service toboth business and leisuretravellers.The latin heritage of Maputo isechoed in the continental décor ofthe hotel which has two luxurysuites, six executive rooms and150 guest rooms - some non-smoking and one speciallyequipped for paraplegic guests. All guest rooms, many of whichhave spectacular sea views, areclimate-controlled and havesatellite TV, direct-dial telephonewith voicemail, a computermodem point, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a safetydeposit box.The hotel offers a fitness centre,an outdoor swimming pool, room

service, laundry and valet, airporttransfers and secure parking.There is also a hairdresser,boutique, convenience/curio shopand business centre/tour desk.Just 5 km from the centralbusiness district, the Holiday InnMaputo is an excellent businessvenue. Meeting facilities canaccommodate up to 40 delegatesand offer a complete range ofaudio/visual equipment.

Holiday Inn MaputoAvenida da Marginal 4016PO Box 4354, Maputo, MozambiqueTel: (+ 258 21) 495050Fax: (+ 258 21) 497700E-mail: himaputo@southernsun.comW e b s i t e : w w w.southernsun.com

Holiday Inn Maputo

Cox & KingsTel: 0207-873 5000 Fax: 0207-630 6038E-mail: cox.kings@coxandkings.co.ukElite VacationsTel: 01707-371 000 Fax: 01707-371 800E-mail: info@elitevacations.comExpert AfricaTel: 0208-232 9777 Fax: 0208-568 8330E-mail: africa@sunvil.co.ukExsus TravelTel: 020-7292 5050 Fax: 0870-731 9133E-mail: alison@exsus.comFace AfricaTel: 0871-218 3595 Fax: 07005-808 244E-mail: tim@faceafrica.comGane & MarshallTel: 0208-441 9592 Fax: 0208-441 7376E-mail: holidays@ganeandmarshall.co.ukImagine AfricaTel: 0207-228 5655 Fax: 0207-2285 633info@imagineafrica.co.ukIndependent TravellerTel: 01628 522 772 Fax: 01628 524 088E-mail: info@independent traveller.comKuoni TravelTel: 01306-743000 Fax: 01306-744 222E-mail: africa.sales@kuoni.co.ukOkavango Tours & SafarisTel: 0208-343 3283 Fax: 0208-343 3287E-mail: info@okavango.comOriginal TravelTel: 0207-978 7333 Fax: 0207-978 7222E-mail: info@originaltravel.co.ukRainbow ToursTel: 0207-226 1004 Fax: 0207-226 2621E-mail: info@rainbowtours.co.ukReal AfricaTel: 0845-299 0264 Fax: 0845-299 1742E-mail: Robert@realafrica.co.ukSteppes AfricaTel: 01285-650011 Fax: 01285-885 888E-mail: safari@steppesafrica.co.ukTana TravelTel: 01789-414200 Fax: 01789-414 420E-mail: info@tanatravel.comTim Best TravelTel: 0207-591 0300 Fax: 0207-591 0301E-mail: info@timbesttravel.comTo Escape To Tel: 0871-711 5282 Fax: 07005-860 282E-mail: holidays@toescapeto.comUltimate Safaris & IslandsTel: 020 7589 8800 Fax: 020 7589 0377E-mail: enquiries@ultimatesi.comUltimate Travel CompanyTel: 0207-386 4646 Fax: 0207-381 0836E-mail: enquiry@theultimatetravelcompany.co.ukWestern & OrientalTel: 0207-821 4000 Fax: 0207-821 4001E-mail: info@westernoriental.comWorld OdysseyTel: 01905-731 373 Fax: 01905-726 872E-mail: info@world-odyssey.com

UNITED STATES (1)Abercrombie & KentTel: 630-954 2944 Fax: 630-954 3324E-mail: info@abercrombiekent.comAfrican PortfolioTel: 800-700 3677 Fax: 203-637 6813E-mail: onesafari@africanportfolio.comAfrican Safari CompanyTel: 800-414 3090 Fax: 206-352 7912E-mail: info@africansafarico.comAfrican Travel IncTel: 818-981 3939 Fax: 818-981 4484E-mail: ati@africantravelinc.comBig Five ToursTel: 772-287 7995 Fax: 772-287 5990E-mail: sunit@bigfive.comBorton OverseasTel: 612-822 4640 Fax: 612-822 4755E-mail: info@bortonoverseas.comCox & KingsTel: 813-258 3323 Fax: 813-258 3852E-mail: tours@coxandkingsusa.comDestination Southern AfricaTel: 520-882 3600 Fax: 520-867 6742E-mail:info@dsavacations.comEyes on AfricaTel: 773-327 3926 Fax: 773-327 2977E-mail: info@eyesonafrica.netHills of AfricaTel: 707-607 4558 Fax: 707-644 7829E-mail: info@hillsofafrica.comInternational VenturesTel: 203-761 1110 Fax: 203-762 7104E-mail: jambo65@aol.comJunction AfricaTel: 661-285 8317 Fax: 714-459 7264E-mail: info@junctionafrica.comMango African SafarisTel: 303-698 9220 Fax: 509-561 0545E-mail: info@mangosafaris.comRM ExpeditionsTel: 202-467 0049 Fax: 202-337 3530E-mail: info@rmexpeditions.comSafari VenturesTel: 917-686 2620 Fax: 813-961 8410E-mail: info@safariventures.comSwain ToursTel: 610-896 9595 Fax: 610-896 9592E-mail: info@swaintours.comTravcoaTel: 949-476 2800 Fax: 949-476 2538E-mail: requests@travcoa.com

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PEMBA

NAMPULA

QUELIMANE

BEIRA

INHAMBANE

XAI-XAI

MATOLA

CHIMOIO

TETE

LICHINGA

BazarutoArchipelago

MozambiqueIsland

Ibo Island

QuirimbasArchipelago

QUIRIMBAS

NIASSA

MARROMEU

GORONGOSA

CHIMANIMANI

ZINAVE

BAZARUTO

POMENE

MAPUTO

BANHINE

LIMPOPO

THEPROVINCES

AND ISLANDS

THEPARKS

AND RESERVES

Inhaca Island

Tourist Maps

This brochure is published by Nigel Foster’s Selling AFRICA. The publisher would like to thank the following for their valuable support and kind assistance.

Zacarias Sumbana, Gildo Neves and Iva Garrido of Futur. Rita Bachmann; Rene Breuer and Michele Paterson; Charl Brink and Andrew Harvey; Kerry Butler; Bruce Chapman; Jo-Anna Collard; John Elliott;Arturo Esposito and Daneen Lamprecht; Vasco Galante; Jose Gomes de Sousa, Jorge Espada Simoes, Joana Neves and Silvia Cabral; Richard Lander; Martijn Mellaart and Barbara Kuhn; Amanda Morgan;

Kanya Simoa; Natalie Tenzer-Silva; Patrick and Michael Simkin; and Amanda Vermeulen.

Illustrations are courtesy of Futur, Ibo Island Lodge, Nkwichi Lodge, Pestana Hotels & Resorts, Zmelia Travel Agency and, particularly, Rani Resorts.

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date, responsibility cannot be taken for errors or omissions

Selling AFRICA Ltd, PO Box 640, Amersham, Bucks HP8 4BU, UK Tel: 44 (0)1494-766099 E-mail: sellingafrica@hotmail.com © 2008Design: MDA Marketing Services Ltd, Great Maplestead, CO9 2RT Print: Ancient House Press, Ipswich, IP2 0HA

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FUTUR – MOZAMBIQUE TOURISMAv.25 de Setembro 1203, PO Box 4758, Maputo, Mozambique

Tel: +258 21 307 320/1 Fax: +258 21 307 322E-mail: futur@futur.org.mzWebsite: www.futur.org.mz

MINISTRY OF TOURISMAv.25 de Setembro 1018, PO Box 4101, Maputo, Mozambique

Tel: +258-21 303 650 Fax: +258-21 306 212E-mail: turismo@mitur.gov.mz

Website: www.moztourism.gov.mz

Travel TipsINTERNATIONAL AIRLINES

Main access from Europe and NorthAmerica is via Johannesburgalthough TAP Air Portugal and LAMMozambique Airlines operate directservices to Maputo from Lisbon.From Johannesburg connectingflights to Maputo are operated bySouth African Airways and LAMwhile other operators serveInhambane, Pemba and Vilanculos.Regional flights to Mozambique arealso available from Durban, CapeTown and Mpumalanga in SouthAfrica; Dar es Salaam in Tanzania;Nairobi in Kenya; and Harare inZimbabwe. LAM’s domestic servicesconnect Maputo with the country’smajor cities and tourist destinations.

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTSMavalane International (MPM), fivemiles (8 km) north of Maputo. Beira(BEW), eight miles (13 km) from thecity, Inhambane, Lichinga, Nampula,Pemba and Vilanculos.

PASSPORTS & VISASAll visitors must present a passport,with a minimum six months validity,and visas are required by visitorsother than nationals of Botswana,Malawi, Mauritius, South Africa,Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and

Zimbabwe. It is advisable to getone’s visas in advance. These areobtainable from Mozambiqueembassies or consulates, onpresentation of two passport sizephotographs and the necessary visafee, but they may also be acquiredat international airports and borderposts.

HEALTH & IMMUNISATIONA course of anti-malaria tablets isstrongly advised. Vaccinationsagainst hepatitis A, polio tetanusand typhoid are also recommended.

A yellow fever certificate isrequired for those arriving frominfected areas.

AIRPORT TAXA tax of US$30 is payable, at theairport, by passengers departing oninternational and regional flights orUS$10 on domestic flights.

CURRENCYMozambique’s currency is theMetical. Banks and ForeignExchange Bureau will exchange anyrecognised currency while creditcards and travellers cheques in USdollars and South African rand arewidely accepted. Most city banks have ATM machines

from which local currency may bewithdrawn at all hours.

CAR HIREInternational car hire companies arerepresented in Maputo and Beira.Driving is on the left. Aninternational driving license isrequired.

SHOPPING & SOUVENIRSThere are good bargains availablein Mozambique’s markets androadside stalls. Brightly colouredlandscapes by Mozambican paintersare becoming collectors' items.Woven baskets, bags and hats aswell as beautiful, locally producedprinted cloths are also worth lookingout for - as is silver jewellery madeby craftsmen on the islands ofMozambique and Ibo. There are lotsof shops in Maputo selling locallymade arts and crafts includingwooden sculptures, pottery,decorated plates and ceramics.

WHAT TO TAKEDon't forget to take the camera,camcorder and binoculars. Stock upwith plenty of film and batteries. Ifyou're visiting a game reserve, takea torch for finding your way aroundthe camp at night.

Also bring some insect repellentfor spraying on exposed areas ofskin at dusk. Sunglasses, suntanlotions and possibly lip-balm shouldalso be packed. If you do forgetsomething, most accessories can bebought in major centres.

WHAT TO WEARFor most of the year light clothing isa must. However, during the winter(June-August), it can get chilly in theevenings so pack a sweater orjacket. In restaurants 'smart casual'is the norm: short-sleeved shirts andslacks for men, blouses and skirts orinformal dresses for women - but notshorts and vests. Topless sunbathingis frowned upon. When visitinggame reserves neutral colours arepreferred, but not white, becausebright hues may unsettle the animals.Shorts and safari shirts in brown,beige, dark green or khaki are best.Wear sensible walking shoes andtake a hat for protection from thesun. In the evening it is a good ideato wear long sleeved shirts andslacks so as little skin as possible isexposed to mosquitoes.

TRAVEL LIGHTSome safari/air charter companieslimit baggage to a 10 kilo maximum.

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