Maputo and the South

• Iron House (Casa de Ferro): A peculiar building said to have been designed by Eiffel’s workshop, entirely assembled from iron pieces, and a Maputo landmark. (30 minutes)
• Maputo Railway Station: A neoclassical-domed station once ranked among the world’s most beautiful. (30 minutes)
• Maputo Central Market: A hub for cashews, spices, produce, and handicrafts—great for soaking in the local atmosphere. (1 hour)
• Maputo Special Reserve: An elephant and wetland reserve on the edge of the city. (Half day to one day)
• Inhambane Old Town: Colonial churches and an old harbor, the starting point of the Gold Coast. (Half day)

Bazaruto Archipelago and Vilankulo

• Bazaruto National Park: White sandbanks, coral reefs, and habitats for dugongs, turtles, and humpback whales—Mozambique’s premier marine experience. (1–2 days)
• Vilankulo: The gateway town and lagoon leading to the archipelago. (1 day)
• Tofo: A diving hotspot for swimming with whale sharks and manta rays. (1–2 days)

Central and Northern Mozambique

• Gorongosa National Park: Once devastated by civil war, it has undergone large-scale ecological restoration, with lions, elephants, hippos, and hundreds of bird species thriving again—a restored ecological wonder. (1–2 days)
• Mozambique Island: A UNESCO World Heritage Site where Stone Town and Fort São Sebastião bear witness to Indian Ocean trade history. (1 day)
• Pemba: Gateway to northern Mozambique’s coast and the Quirimbas Archipelago, offering excellent diving, though travelers should stay informed about safety conditions and consular advisories in the north.