Tour Gorongosa Adventure Tour - 14 Days | Visit Mozambique, South Africa

Accommodation

11 nights in lodges, hotels and guesthouses Accommodation - Sena Business & Spa Day 1 - Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge Day 2 - Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge [subsequent overnight stay] Day 3 - Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge [subsequent overnight stay] Day 4 - Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel Day 5 - Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel [subsequent overnight stay] Day 6 - Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel [Sequence overnight stay] Day 7 - Blu@Tofo & Corasiida Guesthouse Day 8 - Blu@Tofo & Corasiida Guesthouse [subsequent overnight stay] Day 9 - Naara Eco Lodge & Spa Day 10 - Palmeiras Guesthouse Day 11

Meals

Daily breakfast, 2 x lunch, 2 x picnic, 6 x dinner .

Guide

Guaranteed execution of all dates German-speaking local tour guide

Transport

Rail&Fly in 1st class of Deutsche Bahn to the airport and back (https://www.bahnanreise.de/geltungsbereich)

Flights

Scheduled flight with Lufthansa (fare T) to Johannesburg and back, subject to availability Price including scheduled flight from/to Frankfurt

Others

Adventure trip with a maximum of 12 guests Regional flights from Johannesburg to Beira and from Maputo to Johannesburg Travel minibus with air conditioning 4 safaris in Gorongosa NP in an open off-road vehicle Full-day boat and snorkeling trip to the Bazaruto Archipelago Ocean safari in search of the marine "Big Five" Visit to the Marine Megafauna Foundation in Tofo Gather impressions at the ALMA upcycling project National park fees and entrance fees 192 m² of rainforest in your name

Not included:

Optional

Insurance

Others

Departure airport: DE from 200 € / AT from 300 € / CH from 300 € Scheduled flight in Premium Economy Class: on request Scheduled flight in Business Class: on request

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Day 1 Day 1: The Journey Begins
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: The Journey Begins

Have you watered the flowers and left the mailbox keys with the neighbors? Then you’re ready to go. You’re flying to Africa.
Day 2 Day 2: Arrival In Beira
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Arrival In Beira

After landing at Beira airport, you will be greeted with a smile by your tour guide and your journey through Mozambique can begin. First of all, you will go on a city tour of Mozambique’s second largest city, which has a fascinating history. The Mediterranean influences are particularly evident in the old town. The Grande Hotel Beira was built during the colonial era and embodied the city’s prosperity and progress. Once the largest hotel in Africa with imposing Art Deco elements and an Olympic-sized swimming pool, it is now a huge ruin and serves as a refuge for the homeless. The port of Beira is also a busy place that we absolutely must pay a visit to during our tour of the city.

Meals
Dinner is included.

Where to stay
Sena Business & Spa
The Sena Business & Spa is located in the center of Beira. There are numerous restaurants and stores in the immediate vicinity. The hotel is a comfortable and modern accommodation and offers elegantly furnished and spacious rooms. Experienced therapists in the spa area offer a variety of wellness treatments and massages for relaxation and recreation.

Notes
The driving distance is approx. 10 kilometers.
Day 3 Day 3: The Wilderness Calls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: The Wilderness Calls

Today and in the coming days, a major highlight of your trip is already on the program, as dubbed "Africa’s Lost Eden" by National Geographic: We drive to Gorongosa National Park. We head north inland on a bumpy road. It’s called the "African massage". The park is located in the heart of central Mozambique at the southern end of the Great African Rift Valley. It covers around 3,770 square kilometers and consists of typical bush landscape, river valleys, plateaus and mountains covered in tropical rainforest. Gorongosa is home to an astonishing variety of animals and plants, some of which are endemic and therefore cannot be found anywhere else in the world. A hotspot on the migration route of migratory birds. Many of the park’s animal populations have been greatly reduced by decades of civil war and poaching. Thanks to effective park management and the reintroduction of important species, wildlife populations are now back to natural levels and you can experience the park in its original splendor. After arriving in Chitengo, the first three-hour safari in an open off-road vehicle awaits you in the afternoon.

Meals
Breakfast and dinner are included in the price.

Accommodation
Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge
Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge is a comfortable safari lodge located in the heart of Gorongosa National Park. The lodge offers great views of the surrounding hills and plains of the park and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. You stay in one of the cozy rooms or bungalows, which are spread over several buildings in the extensive grounds. There are a variety of activities to choose from, including game viewing, guided walks and hikes, bird watching and boat trips on the nearby river. The lodge also has a swimming pool, a library and a gift store selling handmade local products. The in-house restaurant serves delicious international dishes as well as local cuisine prepared from fresh and local ingredients. Meals can be enjoyed either in the restaurant or outside on the terrace overlooking the surroundings.

Notes
The driving distance is approx. 170 km.
Day 4 Day 4: On Safari In Gorongosa National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: On Safari In Gorongosa National Park

Today we will do two three-hour game drives in the open off-road vehicles. One in the early morning and one in the afternoon when the midday heat is over and conditions are optimal. With a little luck we will experience spectacular animal sightings. During the midday hours we will do as the animals do and retreat to the shade to rest.

Meals
Breakfast and dinner are included in the price.

Accommodation
Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge [follow-up overnight]
Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge is your accommodation again today.

Notes
Day 5 Day 5: Life In The National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Life In The National Park

In the morning, a visit to a local community is on the program. During this time, we will visit the hospital and a school. At the biologists’ station, you will gain interesting insights into the work of the researchers and their current areas of research. In the afternoon, we go on another three-hour game drive in the national park. It will be interesting to see which animals you spot today.

Meals
The included meals are breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner.

Accommodation
Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge [overnight stay]
The Montebelo Gorongosa Lodge is also your accommodation today.

Notes
The driving distance is approx. 30 km plus the game drive in the afternoon.
Day 6 Day 6: South
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: South

We say goodbye to Gorongosa National Park and head south. It’s a long way to Vilankulo, which takes us through the Mozambican hinterland to the Indian Ocean. Once we arrive, we make ourselves comfortable by the pool or stretch our feet on the expansive sandy beach. Take a look at the ocean. In front of you is the "Serengeti of the seas".

Meals
Breakfast and a picnic lunch are included.

Accommodation
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel
The Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel welcomes you to Vilankulo beach and is surrounded by a tropical garden. You will stay in a cozy room with the highest level of comfort and elegant furnishings. From your private terrace, you can marvel at the sunrise over the Indian Ocean. Enjoy local specialties in a personal atmosphere at the in-house restaurant and round off the evening with a delicious drink at one of the two bars. Treat yourself to a soothing massage in the wellness area or relax with a book by the spacious pool overlooking the sea.

Notes
The route covers approx. 480 km.
Day 7 Day 7: Bazaruto Archipelago
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Bazaruto Archipelago

We leave the tour bus parked for a few days. Today we will take a boat. Pack the sunscreen and a headgear and get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Dive into the fascinating world of the Bazaruto Archipelago and experience the beauty of this unique group of islands rising from the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. An absolute highlight is snorkeling in the Bazaruto Archipelago. Experience the fascinating underwater world up close and be enchanted by the diversity of the coral reefs and their colorful inhabitants. Swim next to exotic fish, turtles and maybe even majestic manta rays. The crystal clear waters give you an unclouded view of the beauty below the surface. The archipelago is also known for the largest sand dunes in the Indian Ocean and, as a marine sanctuary, is home to numerous rare species of animals and plants, such as the endangered dugongs. With a little luck you will get one of these magnificent specimens in front of your lens. In the late afternoon you will be back at your accommodation.

Meals
Breakfast is included. For lunch you will have freshly caught seafood.

Accommodation
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel [follow-up overnight]
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel is your accommodation today as well.

Notes
Day 8 Day 8: Vitamin Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Vitamin Sea

After so many new impressions you deserve a little relaxation. Your hotel offers you the perfect conditions for it. Be it a quiet spot in the garden, a long walk on the beach or a wellness treatment in the spa. Or you can choose the optional excursion to the Bazaruto archipelago. But this time with a traditional dhow and wind power.

Meals
Breakfast is included.

Accommodation
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel [Consecutive nights]
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel is your accommodation today as well.

Notes

Can’t get enough? Our additional recommendation:
Take a full-day boat trip on a traditional dhow to the Bazaruto Archipelago. The minimum number of participants is 2, the price per person is 105 US-$ (including lunch, snorkeling equipment and national park fees).
Day 9 Day 9: Inhambane And Tofo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Inhambane And Tofo

Today’s destination is Tofo. On the way south, you can see how the landscape is slowly changing. More and more palm plantations can be seen along the way. What is life like in Inhambane, the capital of the province of the same name? It is one of the oldest cities in Mozambique and you shouldn’t miss a tour of the center because of the historic buildings and the variety of cultural influences. We leave the big city and drive to the tranquil fishing village of Tofo. Here, too, we make a stop in the town center before moving into our rooms in our next accommodation.

Meals
Breakfast and dinner are included in the price. In the evening freshly caught fish and seasonal vegetables are prepared on the barbecue.

Accommodation
Blu@Tofo & Corasiida Guesthouse
At the Blu@Tofo and Corasiida guesthouses, you can look forward to exclusivity right on Tofo beach. Only a diving center separates the charming accommodations. With only five rooms each and a small swimming pool, both guesthouses offer unique privacy. You stay in stylish rooms decorated in subtle colors and can enjoy all the amenities you would expect from a cozy beach house to the fullest. The spacious verandas invite you to put your feet up - spectacular plays of color at sunrise and sunset included. For those who want to stay active, there are a variety of activities to choose from, including snorkeling, diving and surfing.

Notes
The route covers approx. 360 km.
Day 10 Day 10: Fifty Shades Of Blue
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Fifty Shades Of Blue

Tofo is known for its idyllic, secluded beaches and spectacular underwater world. The waters off the coast are home to the largest populations of whale sharks. Manta rays, sea turtles and whale sharks are spotted in Tofo all year round and from July to September, passing humpback whales can even be observed. On a two-and-a-half-hour ocean safari on the open sea, we set off in search of some magnificent sea creatures. Back on land, Bamboo is already looking forward to your visit. He belongs to a long-established Bitonga family. Many of his relatives live from fishing or cultivate a piece of land. Together you harvest some manioc leaves and learn how the plants are cultivated and used. In Bamboo’s house, you will then learn how to prepare "matapa". A taste of the Mozambican national dish will not be withheld from you. In the early evening, you will pay a visit to the Marine Megafauna Foundation in Tofo and find out how their work makes an important contribution to preserving biodiversity and protecting marine life.

Catering
Breakfast and a late lunch with a local family are included in the price.

Accommodation
Blu@Tofo & Corasiida Guesthouse [overnight stay]
The Blu@Tofo and the Corasiida Guesthouse are also your accommodation today.
Day 11 Day 11: Chidenguele
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Chidenguele

On the way to Chidenguele, we stop again in Tofo to visit the local art market. In addition to fresh fruit, vegetables and fish, there are all kinds of handicrafts. With a little negotiating skill, you are sure to find some nice souvenirs for friends, acquaintances and those back home. Afterwards, the ALMA team will be happy to give you an insight into this impressive project, in which Tofo residents keep the beaches and the town clean every day. You will see how the artists transform the collected waste into colorful bags, purses or jewelry. After arriving in the afternoon, you will take a one-hour boat trip on Lake Nhambavale. The inhabitants of the surrounding villages live with and from the huge lake.

Meals
Breakfast is included in the price.

Accommodation
Naara Eco Lodge & Spa
The idyllic Naara Eco Lodge & Spa is located in Chidenguele in the middle of a beautiful forest on Lake Nhambavale. The operators of the lodge have endeavored to create a sustainable environment that ensures the protection of the natural beauty of this region. You will stay in one of the ten comfortable house tents, which offer great lake views from the covered veranda and blend in perfectly with the surroundings. The kitchen prides itself on preparing dishes using local ingredients. Fresh seafood and seasonal fruit and vegetables are used to create delicious local and international delicacies. For relaxation, try the infinity pool or a massage at the Natura Wellness Center.

Notes
The route covers approx. 240 km.
The fishing boat has room for seven people. With a group size of six guests or more, there are therefore two trips on Lake Nhambavale.
Day 12 Day 12: Maputo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Maputo

In the early hours of the morning, we start the last leg of the journey to Maputo. Enjoy the scenery, because unfortunately the journey is slowly coming to an end. After arriving in Maputo, we visit the market and see the train station, as Maputo’s train station is one of the most beautiful in the world. It is an architectural jewel of green and white with an iron roof. At dinner, you sit together with your fellow travelers for the last time and review the trip.

Meals
Breakfast and dinner are included. Naara Eco Lodge & Spa has prepared breakfast packages for us on the way to Maputo.

Accommodation
Palmeiras Guesthouse
The Palmeiras Guesthouse is a quiet little oasis in the middle of the lively center of Maputo. Various sights, such as the Botanical Gardens or Maputo Cathedral, are within walking distance. You will stay in one of the comfortably designed rooms, which are equipped with modern amenities. There is a small pool in the lush inner courtyard under shady palm trees.

Notes
The driving distance is approx. 290 km.
Day 13 Day 13: Goodbye, Mozambique!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Goodbye, Mozambique!

We use the morning to explore Mafalala. It is the oldest township in Maputo and home to many influential people, such as the freedom fighters Eduardo Mondlane and Samora Machel and the footballer Eusébio da Silva Ferreira. During the tour, we meet many "locals", hear their stories, experience their everyday lives and learn about the liberation movement and life in the township today. We return to our accommodation around midday, collect our luggage and have to say goodbye to the tour guide at the airport with a heavy heart. In the afternoon, you will start your return journey from Maputo.

Meals
Breakfast is included.

Notes
The driving distance is approx. 10 km.
Your room is at your disposal today until 11 am. You can store your luggage in the luggage storage room if required.
Day 14 Day 14: Back Home
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Back Home

After landing in Frankfurt, you travel on to your home town.

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Itinerary of your trip Gorongosa Adventure Tour - 14 Days

Day 1: The Journey Begins

Day 2: Arrival In Beira

Day 3: The Wilderness Calls

Day 4: On Safari In Gorongosa National Park

Day 5: Life In The National Park

Day 6: South

Day 7: Bazaruto Archipelago

Day 8: Vitamin Sea

Day 9: Inhambane And Tofo

Day 10: Fifty Shades Of Blue

Day 11: Chidenguele

Day 12: Maputo

Day 13: Goodbye, Mozambique!

Day 14: Back Home

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