Coastline: 2500km of coastline onto the Indian Ocean with amazing coral reefs offshore many of which are still largely unexplored
Highest peak: Mt Binga in the Chimanimani Mountains Range
Largest rivers: The Zambezi and the Limpopo, these are two of the largest in southern Africa
Bordering countries: (From north to south) Tanzania; Malawi; Zambia; Zimbabwe; South Africa; Swaziland
Population: Around 16 million, 80% in rural areas
Ethnic groups: There are 19 main groups of which the Makua are the largest group; This group has many distinct subgroups
Temperatures: Temperatures vary around the country and depending on the season but as a guide daytime temperatures vary between 24 °C and 31 °C
Currency: Metical (Mts, Meticais in plural, pronounced Meticash but often abbreviated to Mets); Most Businesses quote in South African Rand (ZAR) or US Dollars (US$) and both are widely, but not exclusively, accepted around the country
Quick weather
Mozambique has a warm, tropical climate. Although there are regional differences in climate throughout Mozambique, the highest temperatures are during the rainy season (November to April). April to November form Mozambique's Dry Season when temperatures are more comfortable. February is traditionally a windy month in Mozambique.
Simple geography of Mozambique
Mozambique covers an area of 800 000 sq. km with more than 2500km of coastline. The northern terrain rises much sooner from the coast and forms mountains and plateaus bordering with Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Quick history of Mozambique
The earliest inhabitants of Mozambique are believed to be related to the San people (Bushman) around 1000 BC. In 1498, the Portuguese Vasco de Gama landed in Mozambique en route to India and the Portuguese quickly established control of the Swahili-Arab trading posts. Portugal pulled out almost overnight after the independent Peoples Republic of Mozambique was proclaimed on 25th June 1975 and many years of civil unrest followed. A formal peace agreement was signed in 1992 and Mozambique is now a peaceful country.
We had the good fortune of experiencing an idyllic, memorable and relaxing break for a week at this picturesque lodge, right on the beach.
From the moment we arrived, the staff and management made us feel very welcome. Hours spent around the magnificent rim pool were de-stressing and good for the soul. We were able to enjoy total relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Sean and Grant set the standard, ensuring nothing was too much trouble in making our stay both comfortable and enjoyable and the friendly Moçambican staff followed their example with their unique unobtrusive style and beaming smiles.
