Maputo

Maputo, Mozambique’s busy capital, is a vibrant city packed with interesting architecture, bustling street markets, fabulous Afro-Portuguese cuisine and a lively atmosphere. It is situated on Mozambique's beautiful south-eastern coast, in the Bay of Maputo.

The city revolves around the large and busy harbour and business district. Nightlife is active and there are many excellent restaurants (some of them rather more expensive than you might expect).

Maputo is mainly treated as a stop-off point for those travelling to and from Mozambique’s more popular island destinations, but you could certainly spend a pleasant few days here, if your itinerary requires it. A ferry service runs daily to Inhaca Island.

In and around Maputo, Mozambique
Not far from the city are a number of reserves including the Maputo Elephant Reserve. Many of the surrounding islands are easily accessible from Maputo.