12-Hour Maputo Safari and Ponta do Ouro Tour with Lunch

12 Hours Round trip from Maputo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Wildlife safari through the forests, wetlands, lakes, and grasslands of Maputo Special Reserve
  • 02 Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, antelopes, and numerous bird species
  • 03 Enjoy a traditional Mozambican lunch in the coastal town of Ponta do Ouro
  • 04 Spend free time on the beach, exploring local shops and craft stalls, or relaxing by the ocean
  • 05 Experience southern Mozambique's wildlife and coastline in one private day trip

Discover two completely different sides of southern Mozambique in one memorable day on this private experience from Maputo. Combine a wildlife safari in the Maputo Special Reserve with a coastal visit to Ponta do Ouro, where you can enjoy a traditional Mozambican lunch and time by the ocean. Travel through diverse reserve landscapes in search of wildlife and birdlife before continuing to one of the country's most popular southern beach destinations. Ideal for travellers who want to experience nature, local food, and the Indian Ocean coastline in a single well-organized day.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Maputo
Languages English, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Maputo Special Reserve Safari and Ponta do Ouro Escape

06:00-06:30 - Hotel pickup in Maputo.

Pickup from your hotel, accommodation, or agreed meeting point in Maputo.

After meeting your guide, we begin the journey towards the Maputo Special Reserve.

A short introduction to the day's programme, safety recommendations, and the areas we will visit will be provided before departure.

08:00-08:30 - Arrival at Maputo Special Reserve.

Arrival at the reserve, completion of entrance procedures, and preparation for the safari.

08:30-11:30 - Wildlife safari.

Begin the game drive through the reserve.

The Maputo Special Reserve offers a combination of forests, grasslands, wetlands, lakes, and coastal ecosystems.

During the safari, we will look for wildlife including:

  • Elephants

  • Giraffes

  • Zebras

  • Hippos

  • Wildebeest

  • Antelopes

  • Warthogs

  • Monkeys

  • Numerous bird species

The safari is conducted at a relaxed pace, allowing time for wildlife observation, photography, and interpretation by the guide.

Please note: Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals move freely in their natural environment.

11:30-12:00 - Departure towards Ponta do Ouro.

After the safari, we continue towards Ponta do Ouro.

The journey takes us from the wildlife environment of the reserve towards Mozambique's southern coastline.

12:30-13:30 - Lunch in Ponta do Ouro.

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a selected local restaurant.

The menu may feature fresh seafood, grilled fish, prawns, chicken, and traditional Mozambican side dishes, depending on availability.

13:30-15:30 - Ponta do Ouro coastal experience.

After lunch, enjoy free time in Ponta do Ouro.

Guests can:

  • Walk along the beach

  • Take photographs

  • Explore the local area

  • Visit local shops and craft stalls

  • Relax by the ocean

  • Enjoy the atmosphere of this popular coastal destination

Your guide will remain available and provide recommendations about the area.

15:30-16:00 - Departure for Maputo.

Begin the return journey to Maputo.

Approximately 18:00-19:00 - Arrival in Maputo.

Drop-off at the hotel or agreed location.

The exact arrival time depends on traffic and road conditions.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Maputo 1 city · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private round-trip transportation from Maputo

  • Professional local guide

  • English-speaking guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Maputo

  • Entrance fees to Maputo Special Reserve

  • Safari/game drive

  • Safari vehicle

  • Wildlife and cultural interpretation

  • Visit to Ponta do Ouro

  • Lunch at a selected local restaurant

  • Bottled drinking water

  • All transportation related to the planned itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Additional drinks outside the included water

  • Personal purchases

  • Souvenirs

  • Optional activities in Ponta do Ouro

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal travel insurance

  • Accommodation

  • Any activity or service not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Hat or cap

  • Sunglasses

  • Sunscreen

  • Insect repellent

  • Camera

  • Binoculars, if available

  • Light jacket for the early morning

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Cash in Mozambican Meticais for personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Pickup & drop-off

  • Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels, lodges, and accommodation within Maputo City.

  • Pickup from locations outside the agreed Maputo service area may involve an additional transportation fee.

  • Important

    Guests should be prepared for an early start and several hours in a safari vehicle.

    The itinerary may be adjusted according to reserve regulations, wildlife activity, weather, and road conditions while maintaining the main objectives of the experience.

  • Portuguese-speaking guide is available upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel or any location suggested by the guest in Maputo
Tour start
Maputo
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Maputo.

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