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Shore Excursions for Maputo, Mozambique Cruises, Cruise Critic

Shore Excursions for Maputo, Mozambique Cruises, Cruise Critic

If you’re looking for a unique culture, unforgettable adventure, and great value, then a cruise to Mozambique is the perfect way to discover the country. Cruise on to the beautiful, scenic, and historic city of Maputo and you’ll be amazed at the rich history, vibrant culture, and incredible natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can explore the city on foot, by car, or by water taxi. You can visit the old city, the harbor, the Maputo Bird Market, the Maputo Cultural Center, and more.

Featured Shore Excursions for Maputo

  1. Maputo Historical and Arts Full-Day Tour

  2. St Maria, Inhaca & Portuguese Islands Tour

  3. Maputo Special Reserve Tour

Whether you want to explore the beautiful coastline, take in the culture and history of the country, or do some dolphin watching, we’ve got a cruise for you.

Shore Excursions for Maputo, Mozambique Cruises, Cruise Critic
Shore Excursions for Maputo
Exploring Mozambique’s diverse landscapes along the country’s shorelines can be a truly memorable way to see the country. Mozambique’s seven main ports are each home to a unique culture and history, and offer a wide range of options for exploring the area. Cruise lines offer a variety of shore excursions in Mozambique, including visits to historical sites, shopping excursions, and more. If you’re looking for a unique way to see Mozambique, a cruise will give you plenty of opportunities to do so.

Explore the stunning coastline of Mozambique; the coral reefs and scenic lagoons; and the popular attractions of Amanzi, Punda, and Shingobee.
Picking up from Mozambique, your fleet departs for the idyllic Mozambique Island. You’ll enjoy the stunning views of the Indian Ocean from the island’s highest peak, Chimattah, which has been offering a panoramic sea view since the 16th century. On the island, you will visit the colonial town of Quelimane, explore the nearby small islands of Inhaki and Inhagnoli, climb a mountain for great views of Africa’s third-largest.

Sailing and snorkeling are also available. On shore, the Maputo Marina is an easy walk from downtown. While on board, the spacious sundeck is a great place to unwind and get some sun. There are also opportunities to get up close and personal with the wildlife, including penguins, seals, and a colony of African penguins.
The Maputo shipwreck, located off the coast of Mozambique, is the only known shipwreck known to have been discovered entirely by diving. It was located in 1985 by a commercial diver, Peter Jack.
Book a full-day shore excursion from Maputo, Mozambique and explore the amazing Chankaya Nature Reserve.

Your tour of Mozambique Island will also include these main sights;

  • The whitewashed Art Deco cathedral on Independence Square (the cathedral has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979); the landmark century-old train station
  • Expect to visit Gustave Eiffel’s prefabricated Iron House; the whitewashed Art Deco cathedral on Independence Square; the landmark century-old train station; the Natural History Museum, with its collection of taxidermic African animals; and the old Port
  • Quelimane, the capital of Mozambique, is home to impressive buildings. Heading to the center of town, the first architectural sight you’ll reach is the landmark Po’ building, one of the largest structures in Africa. Here you can visit the Cenotaph of the Heroes of Independence Square, the former Mozambican House of Parliament. Even better, you can climb Punda Island for great views of Bazaruto, Mozambique’s largest island.

Featured Shore Excursions for Maputo

  1. Maputo Historical and Arts Full-Day Tour

  2. St Maria, Inhaca & Portuguese Islands Tour

  3. Maputo Special Reserve Tour