Maputo, made for you
Mozambique
About Maputo
A capital of broad avenues, Portuguese architecture and good seafood.
Maputo is in Mozambique. Our designers can tell you how it fits into a wider journey.
Experiences
Experiences picked by our Maputo specialists
Bazaruto Archipelago
Dune islands in a marine park, with dugongs, turtles and sailing by dhow.
Gorongosa National Park
A park brought back from the brink, with floodplains, lion and rich birdlife.
Lake Niassa
The Mozambican shore of Lake Malawi, quiet and clear.
Ponta Mamoli
A secluded coast in the far south with turtles and whales in season.
Quirimbas
A northern chain of coral islands and old trading towns.

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Why plan with us
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Designed around you
Every itinerary starts from a conversation, not a brochure, and is shaped by your pace, interests and budget.
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Specialists who have been there
Our designers plan the places they know first-hand, down to the right room and the best guide.
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Travel that gives back
We favour stays and guides that support local people, wildlife and the places you visit.
Trip inspiration
Ideas to start from; every one is changed to suit you.
Discover more of Mozambique
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Bazaruto Archipelago
The Bazaruto Archipelago is one of the Indian Ocean’s most intact marine environments. Protected as a national park off the southern coast…
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Gorongosa National Park
Mozambique‘s Gorongosa National Park tells a remarkable story of restoration. Only a handful of decades ago, the region’s ecosystem a…
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Lake Niassa
The Mozambican shore of Lake Malawi, quiet and clear.
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Ponta Mamoli
Warmed by the Indian Ocean current moving south from the equator, the country’s clear waters and subtropical climate provide travellers wit…
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Quirimbas
Set off the northern coast of Mozambique the protected islands that make up the Quirimbas Archipelago stretch for more than sixty miles. Th…
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Vilanculos coast
Combining idyllic beaches, crystal-clear lagoons, wildlife and distinguishing culture, Varanda is an exceptionally unique destination on Mo…
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When to visit Maputo
Africa is vast, so the best time depends on where you go. Broadly, the dry months from June to October are prime safari time in the east and south, while the coasts and islands shine in between.
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Great Migration river crossings
July - October
Northern Serengeti and the Maasai Mara.
Gorilla trekking
June - September, December - February
Rwanda and Uganda in the drier months.
Okavango flood season
June - August
The delta at its fullest.
Indian Ocean islands
April - May, September - November
Calm seas and fewer crowds.
Green season safaris
November - April
Newborn animals and quiet camps.
The best time to visit Maputo
Mozambique travel guides
Ask our experts
When is the best time to visit Maputo?
The favourite months are May to November. Each season has something to offer, so tell us when you can travel.
How long should I spend in Maputo?
Two or three nights suit most trips; longer if you want a slower pace or more time outdoors.
What can I combine Maputo with?
It pairs well with Bazaruto Archipelago, Gorongosa National Park and Lake Niassa, elsewhere in Mozambique.
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We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada and it surely won't be our last! Every detail and moment of our trip was perfectly planned. We were met every step of the way with courteous and knowledgeable drivers and guides. We really appreciated the local guides and the commitment they had to make every day special. Thank you Jacada for the…
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We enjoy traveling and we have used Jacada Travel for some wonderful trips over several years. We have never been disappointed. In 2024 we took a Safari in Botswana Africa and walked with the gorillas in Rwanda planned by Jacada and the itinerary was amazing. In 2025 we had planned a trip to Antartica ( with another company ) but…
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