
{"id":1100,"date":"2024-09-23T15:53:16","date_gmt":"2024-09-23T15:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/?page_id=1100"},"modified":"2026-09-14T12:25:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T12:25:39","slug":"mysterious-mozambique","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/en\/mysterious-mozambique\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Real Africa in Authentic Mysterious Mozambique"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_pb_fullwidth_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Off the beaten track in Mozambique<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Discover Mysterious Mozambique, an unforgettable journey\u00a0through the historic\u00a0north of Mozambique. From the UNESCO\u00a0World Heritage Site\u00a0of Mozambique Island\u00a0(Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique in Portuguese) to traditional dhow\u00a0sailing, hidden beaches\u00a0and fascinating local\u00a0communities, this is\u00a0a journey far\u00a0beyond the usual\u00a0tourist places.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Discover the hidden beaches of Northern Mozambique<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>The north of Mozambique for me is very special and hides some fantastic <strong>undiscovered and unspoiled beaches<\/strong> and places, wonderful people, a rich cultural history, delicious <strong>local food<\/strong> and unique accommodations. A truly unique, <strong>off the beaten path trip.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Our visit to the north of Mozambique<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Read more about our visit to this fascinating area <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/en\/visit-ilha-de-mocambique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">15-Day Northern Mozambique Itinerary<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>This 15-day Northern Mozambique itinerary combines history, culture, beaches and adventure, with time on Mozambique Island, traditional dhow excursions, local community experiences and the little-explored coast around Nacala. Or choose to combine Mozambique Island with Gorongosa National Park, in central Mozambique.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>15 days, 14 nights<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Including:<\/span><span><\/span><span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>14 nights accommodation &amp; breakfast in different boutique hotels and ecolodges on Ilha de Mozambique and surrounding areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Sunset sail dhow safari around world heritage sites<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Visit Ilha de Goa and the <strong>sacred baobabs<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Guided walking tour in Stonetown, Ilha de Mozambique<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Day trip to Cabaceira Grande<span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Visit a a local <strong>moringa farm<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>All private transfers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Budget<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>From $2950 per person<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"http:\/\/calendly.com\/uniquemozambique\" target=\"_blank\">Let me know what you\u2019d love to experience<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section et_pb_section_parallax\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-wrapper\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-background et-pb-parallax-background-module--divi-section-2\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Dhow-sailing-Coral-Lodge-Ilha-de-Mozambique.webp)\"><\/span><span class=\"et_parallax_gradient\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(1deg, rgba(255,255,255,0) 36%,#ffffff 91% 100%)\"><\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>This unique holiday takes you far off the beaten path to discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and <strong>authentic soul of Mozambique<\/strong>. From <strong>flavourful local cuisine<\/strong> to untouched, hidden beaches \u2014 every moment is designed around your personal wishes for a truly one-of-a-kind, inspiring, and relaxing journey. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row\" id=\"highlights\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Trip Highlights<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_6 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">1. Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique (Mozambique Island)<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span><a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/599\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ilha de Mozambique UNESCO World Heritage\"><strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong><\/a> since 1991, this is a unique destination in Mozambique. Travel back in time and in Mozambique's trading history and stay in one of the beautifully restored boutique hotels y<strong>ou will not find anywhere else in Mozambique<\/strong>. Discover the local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.101lasttribes.com\/tribes\/makua.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Makua Culture\"><strong>Makua culture<\/strong><\/a> and food, take a stroll through the old streets of Stone Town or hop on a bicycle, visit the museum and Fort and delve into its fascinating history. Sip a cold beer or drink a classy cocktail in one of the beautifully restored cafes or restaurants, try the local speciality Cava Cava. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Contemplate on ancient and modern life. Ilha de Mozambique is something else.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_7 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">2. World Heritage Sites by traditional dhow<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Sail away to paradise and see the <strong>unique World Heritage sites<\/strong> from the ocean by traditional Swahili dhow. Visit <strong>Vasco da Gama island<\/strong>, Ilha Sete Paus, the <strong>sacred Baobabs<\/strong> and Cabaceira Grande where the first traders settled. Here you will see the most beautiful beaches you will ever see. You will feel far away from the world as we know it.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_8 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">3. Stay on an organic Moringa farm & support local communities<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Stay in Lumbo, one of the oldest historical trading places of Mozambique in a tranquil stylish <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villamoringalodge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Villa Moringa Lodge\"><strong>lodge<\/strong><\/a>. In this serene place you will find true silence and peace.\u00a0 This is also the home base of an organic Moringa plantation where the highly beneficial Moringa oils and powders are produced. The lodge is linked to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepearlofmozambique.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The Pearl of Mozambique Foundation\"><strong>Pearl of Mozambique foundation<\/strong><\/a> with the goal of improving the welfare and living conditions in Mozambique.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Relax, rest and reconnect on a this quiet and peaceful place, a stone throw away from Ilha de Mozambique. Visit the organic Moringa farm, take a quiet canoe tour through the mangroves surrounded by beautiful birds and let yourself amaze and inspire by this beautiful part of the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_9 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">4. Discover Cabaceira Grande & the sacred Baobab Trees<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>The traditional <strong>Swahili dhow<\/strong> is still the main form of transport in this part of the world. <\/span>Take a dhow across the bay from Ilha de Mozambique to Cabaceira Grande, one of the oldest Portuguese settlements in Mozambique. Stay in beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corallodgemozambique.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Coral Lodge Mozambique\"><strong>Coral Lodge<\/strong><\/a> with superb food, or a simpler place run by the local community. Both are very passionate about the local community and tourism helps to provide a living for many of them. Visit the sacred Baobabs, buy a lobster from the local fishermen and meet the friendly locals.\u00a0 Pinch yourself in the arm to remind yourself that you are truly and really in paradise.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_10 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">5. Marine conservation & micro diving in unexplored Mozambique<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Travel further north by private transfer and discover a hidden side of Mozambique. From your base in Nacala, explore pristine reefs, exceptional <strong>microdiving<\/strong>, and fascinating marine research projects in one of Africa's least-visited coastal regions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/en\/contact\/\">I am interested to visit the mysterious north of Mozambique<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corallodgemozambique.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mozambican-men-at-local-dhow-Ilha-de-Mozambique.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" class=\"wp-image-2734\" alt=\"Smiling local man dressed in a vibrant capulana standing in front of a traditional dhow boat on the coastline of northern Mozambique.\" title=\"Smiles of Northern Mozambique\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilhablue.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-women-Ilha-Blu-Ilha-de-Mozambique.jpg\" alt=\"Local women in colourful clothing at Ilha Blu Caf\u00e9 on Ilha de Mozambique\" title=\"Everyday Life at Ilha Blu Caf\u00e9\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" class=\"wp-image-2736\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Children-on-Ilha-de-Mozambique.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" class=\"wp-image-2800\" alt=\"Local children in the streets of Ilha de Mozambique, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic architecture and coastal atmosphere.\" title=\"Children on Ilha de Mozambique UNESCO World Heritage\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\" id=\"gallery\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters1 et_block_row\" id=\"gallery\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_gallery_0 et_pb_gallery et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_gallery_grid et_pb_module\" data-auto-rotate=\"off\" data-auto-rotate-speed=\"\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_items et_post_gallery clearfix et_grid_module\" data-per_page=\"8\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_0\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Swahilian-dhow-in-crystal-clear-water-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Swahilian dhow in crystal clear water\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Swahilian-dhow-in-crystal-clear-water-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"A traditional wooden dhow sailing across the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean off the coast of Mozambique, with white sandy shores and a bright blue sky in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-2752\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_1\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/cathedral-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Cathedral Ilha de Mozambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/cathedral-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful red historic cathedral in Stone Town on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique, Mozambique\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_2\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Off-the-beaten-track-in-Ilha-de-Mocambique.webp\" title=\"Antique Anchor under Traditional Dhow \u2013 Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Off-the-beaten-track-in-Ilha-de-Mocambique.webp\" alt=\"Antique boat anchor beneath a traditional wooden dhow displayed at a restaurant on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-5285\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_3\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-ladies-in-doorway-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Local Women and Wooden Door in Stone Town \u2013 Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-ladies-in-doorway-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Local women sitting in front of a traditional wooden door in Stone Town on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-2746\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_4\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-men-playing-board-Ilha-de-Mozambique-game-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Local Men Playing a Board Game \u2013 Stone Town, Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-men-playing-board-Ilha-de-Mozambique-game-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Local men playing a traditional board game on the streets of Stone Town, Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-2745\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_5\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/children-on-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Local Children in the Streets of Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/children-on-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Local children in the streets of Ilha de Mozambique, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic architecture and coastal atmosphere.\" class=\"wp-image-2743\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_6\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/men-playing-games-Ilha-de-Mozambique.jpg\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/men-playing-games-Ilha-de-Mozambique.jpg\" alt=\"Local men playing board games on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique, Mozambique Island\" class=\"wp-image-2534\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_gallery_item_0_7\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image portrait\" data-per_page=\"8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-men-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Local Men and Child in Stone Town \u2013 Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-men-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Two smiling local men standing with a young boy in the streets of Stone Town on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-2747\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_gallery_1 et_pb_gallery et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_slider et_pb_gallery_fullwidth clearfix et_pb_module\" data-auto-rotate=\"off\" data-auto-rotate-speed=\"\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_items et_post_gallery clearfix\" data-per_page=\"4\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_gallery_item_1_0\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image landscape\" data-per_page=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-men-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Local Men and Child in Stone Town \u2013 Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Local-men-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Two smiling local men standing with a young boy in the streets of Stone Town on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-2747\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_gallery_item_1_1\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image landscape\" data-per_page=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/children-on-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Local Children in the Streets of Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/children-on-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" alt=\"Local children in the streets of Ilha de Mozambique, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic architecture and coastal atmosphere.\" class=\"wp-image-2743\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_gallery_item_1_2\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image landscape\" data-per_page=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/cathedral-Ilha-de-Mozambique-UNESCO-world-heritage-site.jpg\" title=\"Cathedral Ilha de Mozambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" 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Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-5283\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_gallery_item_1_6\"><div class=\"et_pb_gallery_image landscape\" data-per_page=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Off-the-beaten-track-in-Ilha-de-Mocambique.webp\" title=\"Antique Anchor under Traditional Dhow \u2013 Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquemozambique.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Off-the-beaten-track-in-Ilha-de-Mocambique.webp\" alt=\"Antique boat anchor beneath a traditional wooden dhow displayed at a restaurant on Ilha de Mo\u00e7ambique\" class=\"wp-image-5285\" \/><span class=\"et_overlay\" data-icon=\"\" data-icon-tablet=\"\" data-icon-phone=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Additional Information<span><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><strong>Customization<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span>All itineraries can be customized to include more days, additional activities or stays at multiple, different accommodations along the coast or inland.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Every itinerary is tailored to your specific needs, wishes and budget. 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