Full-Day Inhaca Island Tour from Maputo with Portuguese Island

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Inhaca Island and relax on Santa Maria Beach
• 02 Discover local village life, markets, and historic landmarks
• 03 Enjoy snorkelling, swimming, and coastal scenery
• 04 Visit Portuguese Island and watch a beautiful sunset

Explore Mozambique's coastal beauty on this one-day island adventure from Maputo. Travel by boat to Inhaca Island and relax on Santa Maria Beach while enjoying swimming and snorkelling in clear waters. Visit a local village to experience daily island life, markets, and historic landmarks. Continue to Portuguese Island for a guided walk, relaxation, and sunset views. This tour blends nature, culture, and coastal charm in a memorable day trip.

Arrive at Inhaca Island and visit Santa Maria Beach, enjoying views of the channel separating the island from the mainland.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Maputo

Languages Afrikaans, English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Inhaca Island, Santa Maria Beach and Portuguese Island

• Meet your local guide at your accommodation or place of stay in Maputo.
• Take a short drive to the fishing port.
• Board a catamaran boat and depart for Inhaca Island.
• Arrive at Inhaca Island and visit Santa Maria Beach, enjoying views of the channel separating the island from the mainland.
• Swim, snorkel, stroll, and relax on the beach.
• Visit a local village and interact with the local population.
• Enjoy lunch at a local village restaurant, with local seafood recommended.
• Take a short village tour visiting the island market, local hospital, and the old five-star Inhaca Hotel, currently closed and in ruins.
• Depart Inhaca Island and travel to Portuguese Island.
• Enjoy a guided walk and historical tour of Portuguese Island.
• Relax, swim, and watch the sunset on the island.
• Return to Maputo and drop off guests at their accommodation.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Speed boat
• Boarding fee
• Entrance fee to Inhaca Island
• Water, soft drinks, juices, fruits, and snacks throughout the trip
• Lunch
• Snorkelling

What's Not Included

• Personal items
• Activities not mentioned in the programme
• Alcohol beverages

What to bring

• Travel documents
• Swimsuits and sunscreen
• Cash and personal expenses

Know before you go

• The tour may be postponed or cancelled due to temperature changes and boat conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Maputo, Mozambique

Tour start

Maputo, Mozambique

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.