Cruise to Mozambique

Cruises to Mozambique typically include visits to the white-sandy tropical beaches of Pomene on the shores of the Mozambique Channel and beautiful Portuguese Island to the south, as well as visits to Mozambique's capital Maputo and the nearby resort island of Ilha de Mocambique (Island of Mozambique). 

Larger entertainment-orientated ships such as the MSC Musica frequent Pomene and Portuguese Island. Luxury cruise lines such as Seabourn, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas cruises have multi-week itineraries that include visits to Mozambique's capital Maputo and several Indian Ocean islands. 

The coast of Mozambique has some of the healthiest coral ecosystems in the world that make for some spectacular diving sea adventures. Cruise stops in Pomene and Portuguese Island offer snorkelling encounters with an abundance of marine life around its coral reefs such as manta rays, garden eels and many species of tropical fish. Larger marine life throughout coastal Mozambique (that you won't have to dive underwater to see!) includes dugongs, turtles, dolphins and humpback whales. If time allows when you're ashore, don't miss the opportunity to go on an African safari to see exotic wildlife such as elephants, hippos, wildebeests, and zebras. 

What's included in your cruise package will very much depend on the type of cruise and your cruise itinerary. MSC cruises from Durban to either Portuguese Island and  Pomene return include all onboard meals, entertainment and gratuities. 

Tourists to Mozambique who hold passports from a number of nearby countries such as South Africa, Eswatini, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Mauritius can enter visa-free for up to 30-days. Visitors from all other countries will require a tourist Visa that you can obtain by contacting Mozambiquan embassy or high commission.

Yes, snorkelling and diving in the clear waters of the beautiful coral reefs of Pomene and Portuguese Island are popular activities as both destinations are home to a variety of tropical fish, manta rays, and sea turtles. 

Mozambican culture is a melting pot of Bantu, Swahili, Portuguese and Indian influences. The country's capital Maputo is a popular port of call for many cruises and is a great place to experience local cuisine, Portuguese architecture, a flourishing arts scene and some of the liveliest nightlife in southern Africa. If your cruise touches Pomene there are opportunities to engage with local communities and learn about their way of life. 

MSC cruises are the most family-friendly cruise line that regularly visits Mozambique. They offer indoor and outdoor play areas for kids, children's pools, and separate kids and teens clubs. 

Mozambique has a warm climate and a Caribbean vibe. Essential clothing includes; short sleeve t-shirts, shorts, skirts, swimwear, sunhat, reef shoes (for beach areas where there's coral) and comfortable walking shoes for excursions. Essential documents you may need in Madagascar include your passport/I.D, insurance documents, copies of prescriptions, and local currency  

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