Beach holidays in Mozambique

Ideas & inspiration for Beach holidays in Mozambique

With numerous white sandy beaches and clear blue reef waters, the coastline and the islands of Mozambique are very well known for amazing beach holidays. Below are our recommendations for some of the best beach holidays in Mozambique.

These beaches are concentrated into two areas: the Bazaruto Archipelago in the south and the Quirimbas Archipelago in the north - both of which have a series of lovely tropical islands which make stunning venues for beach holidays in east Africa.

Benguerra Beach Holiday

6 days • 1 location
VILANCULOS AIRPORT TO VILANCULOS AIRPORT

This luxurious lodge offers a fantastic blend of total relaxation and more active pursuits. Explore your idyllic surroundings with a range of land and water-based activities before unwinding with a massage and sundowner drinks on the beach.

US$6,910 - US$8,380 per person

Benguerra Lodge

Benguerra Island's pale, sandy beaches are beautiful and this old, established lodge can deliver a superb beach holiday – amongst the best bets after a Southern Africa safari. It's a paradise for snorkelling and diving enthusiasts.

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Azura Beach Holiday

6 days • 1 location
VILANCULOS AIRPORT TO VILANCULOS AIRPORT

Stay in a stunning location on the western coastline of Benguerra Island. Elegant accommodation, a highly personalised level of care and a wide range of land and water-based activities make Azura a fantastic destination for travellers.

US$5,880 - US$6,880 per person

Azura Benguerra

The beaches on Benguerra Island are breathtakingly beautiful: pristine, fine sand sprinkled with thousands of colourful shells. Tidal variations are considerable – at low tide, it may be a couple of kilometres to the sea!

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Our most recent reviews of Beach holidays in Mozambique

Detailed, un-edited reviews from our Mozambique travellers whose trips we tailored towards beach holidays. Click below to read the traveller's full review, and see all the reviews of our Mozambique beach holidays here.

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LB from Toronto

Arrived 29 Oct 2023, 31 nights

"My Oct 2023 trip"

"Incredible experience... trip of a lifetime exceeded any and all expectations. …" Read LB’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Dr. FW from Saffron W - UK

Arrived 1 Oct 2022, 7 nights

"My Oct 2022 trip"

"a second wonderful trip... thank you for organising …" Read Dr. FW’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs B from Epsom

Arrived 8 Sep 2022, 16 nights

"My Sep 2022 trip"

"great trip, exceeding our requests and expectations...Excellent in every respect …" Read Mr & Mrs B’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mrs C. from Wem

Arrived 5 May 2022, 15 nights

"My May 2022 trip"

"Fantastic! …" Read Mrs C.’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

safari lovers from UK

Arrived 26 Jan 2022, 27 nights

"Escaping the UK Winter, embracing PCR tests to visit"

"... the support, backing and knowledge of...Expert Africa was very important. …" Read safari lovers’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

TheOldGeezer from Stafford

Arrived 22 Aug 2019, 18 nights

"25th Anniversary & Trip of a Lifetime. "

"A fantastic Holiday to a part of the World that we wouldn't ordinarily consider …" Read TheOldGeezer’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Ms P & family from Belgium

Arrived 11 Sep 2018, 12 nights

"Unforgettable birthday trip to Mozambique"

"This trip to Mozambique was one of the most beautiful trips we've ever done. …" Read Ms P & family’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr M. from Ramsgate

Arrived 7 Sep 2018, 19 nights

"Our Zimbabwe safari"

"It may be a good idea to recommend at least 3 nights at Amalinda if visitors wou …" Read Mr M.’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

EvolvingPatient from UK

Arrived 28 Aug 2016, 8 nights

"Wonderful trip"

"'Very satisfactory' just doesn't cut it. It was a magical experience... …" Read EvolvingPatient’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Best camps & lodges for Beach holidays in Mozambique

Bazaruto Lodge

If you are looking for a great beach holiday, then consider Bazaruto Lodge on Bazaruto Island. There are beaches all over the island with the waters on the western side generally very calm, perfect for swimming and sunbathing in Africa.

86% (13 reviews)

Nuarro Mozambique

The yellow sand of Nampula's beaches and beautiful reef in front of the Lodge are ideal for activities on the beach and in the water. Get ready for one of the best beaches in east Africa, with pristine shores and crystal-clear waters.

95% (4 reviews)