Situated between South Africa and Tanzania, Mozambique is usually ignored by vacationers. Many individuals select to go to the extra developed surrounding areas, nevertheless, it’s house to one of many longest coastlines on this planet, full with a number of the finest seashores.
And with these unbelievable seashores comes unbelievable seafood!
Due to its location, Mozambique experiences a tropical local weather which means it has two distinct seasons: a moist season and a dry season. Planning a visit round this climate could seem a bit overwhelming which is why I’ve put collectively this information to assist you determine on simply the fitting time to go to Mozambique!
Listed below are the very best instances to journey to Mozambique!
March to Might
The months of March to Might are a number of the finest to go to Mozambique.
It’s the tail finish of the moist season which means though you would possibly face a couple of moist days, you’ll even be met with extraordinarily reasonable temps. With highs averaging within the mid-’80s, touring throughout this time means you’ll keep away from the inflow of vacationers and also you’ll really feel as if in case you have the entire island to your self.
With fewer crowds, you’ll discover decrease charges on flights and lodging.
Might can also be a giant month for occasions. The two largest being the AZGO Competition and STRAB. The AZGO Competition is a 3-day outside competition in Maputo the place you’ll find a way to expertise stay music, workshops, music documentaries taking part in, and markets (each meals and craft) to wander round. STRAB is the Subterranean Rhythm & Blues Competition which options 20 stay bands.
June to November
June to November is arguably the very best time to go to Mozambique (and the busiest). The dry season and winter start in late Might however don’t let the time period winter scare you off.
Due to its tropical local weather, the air and water temperatures are extremely heat.
That is if you’ll discover locals and vacationers alike taking part in a lot of outside actions. From recreation viewing to diving and snorkeling to fishing—should you head to the southern shoreline, you additionally would possibly find a way to do some whale watching, too!
For those who’re like me and you like scuba diving, Pemba, Nacala Bay, and Morrungulo provide a number of the finest diving on the island. For those who would fairly benefit from the waves for browsing, plan your journey in June, July, or August. And ensure to embody Ponto do Ouro, Barra Seashore, and Guinjala Bay in your itinerary.
Discover my evaluation of diving at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort in Mozambique right here!
For those who’re much less of a seashore particular person and also you need to spend your time recreation viewing, go to in August or September. You’ll find a way to spot animals of their pure habitat on the Gorongosa Nationwide Park.
As a result of that is peak season, flights and lodging can price you up to 10% greater than throughout the off-peak season. I extremely suggest reserving all the pieces months prematurely to get the very best offers.
Regardless of the upper costs, a number of the finest occasions happen throughout these months!
In June, rejoice Independence Day in Maputo. You possibly can get pleasure from dancing and music on the nationwide stadium. In July, rejoice Mozamboogy, a competition specializing in music and colourful gentle shows. For those who’re an adventurer, you may strive your hand at slackline strolling throughout the competition too. In August, be a part of the celebration on the CHOPI Music Competition. It celebrates the musical heritage of the area.
December to February
December to February are the island’s wettest months. The quantity of rainfall you’ll expertise depends upon the place on the island you’ll be staying. The rainfall is far heavier on the coast compared to the north and south. In these areas, you may count on loads of humidity and thunderstorms.
Come January, Mozambique’s cyclone season begins. In the event that they do hit the island, it’s probably it’ll hit the south. Due to this January and February are finest averted. For those who’re wanting to keep on the northern aspect and also you don’t thoughts rainfall, you’ll get monetary savings on lodges and lodging.