The fantastic Maputo train station, designed by Gustav Eiffel, is the symbol of the city, but certainly not the only highlight of the metropolis! Stroll along shady boulevards or colorful markets and you will understand why Maputo is one of the most interesting African cities. Relax on the sandy beaches, taste the flavorful cuisine and enjoy Maputo's vibrant nightlife!

There is one striking feature of the island that you absolutely cannot miss: Fort Sao Sebatian. The fort still has its original structure and is actually the oldest monument of its kind in the southern part of Africa, and its unique architecture makes for an immense and enchanting sight. This masterpiece took more than 50 years to build and when you walk along the perimeter of the majestic walls that guard it, you will understand why. Not far from the fort, you will find the ancient chapel of Nossa Senhora de Baluarte, which is also an awe-inspiring sight in itself and worth seeing while visiting Fort Sao Sebastian.

The sheer beauty of this seascape, along with the diversity of wildlife, has made Bazaruto a globally sought-after tourism destination. However, the historical overuse of natural resources, illegal fishing practices and poorly regulated tourism activities negatively impacted the area’s biodiversity and the livelihoods of those who live here. But over the last four years, the results of effective management have begun to crystallise and relationships with communities, tourism operators and government partners are helping to secure a more sustainable future for people and wildlife. The park’s management team has grown, infrastructure has improved, security has been enhanced and illegal activities have been curtailed. Bazaruto Archipelago has shown that its role is not only to safeguard biodiversity, but also help protect the wellbeing of its people

Gorongosa National Park is a protected nature reserve of about 4,000 km² in Sofala Province, Mozambique. Established in 1960, the park consists mainly of savanna and grasslands in the Great Rift. Part of the park around Mount Gorongosa consists of rainforest

This small village in the far southeast of Mozambique's coast can only be reached by 4-wheel-drive. Despite having few amenities, the place is immensely popular among divers and deep-sea fishermen. It may be quite an undertaking to get there, but once you're there, you imagine yourself in paradise and the offshore waters offer you an abundance of eccentric life. Have your camera ready to capture dolphins, whale sharks and whales on camera.

On the horizon of the Zimbabwean border southwest of Chimoio, the forested Chimanimani Mountains form stunning silhouettes. With scarce facilities and almost no moving public transportation, getting here is quite an experience. From Chikukwa, arrange a 4-wheel-drive and a guide to take you into the mountains, do some cool hikes or climb Binga, Mozambique's highest mountain, in two days.