Experience the essence of Ilha de Mozambique - Mozambique

Take a step back in time to experience the true essence of Ilha de Mozambique, a quaint beautiful coral island located in the north of Mozambique, a World Heritage Site, and a living museum.

The main attraction to visit the island lies within its fascinating rich history, hotchpotch of architecture, and diverse cultural influences. Imagine walking among the early settlers, soldiers, pirates and traders, every street and building is evocative of a bygone era. The sparkling gem of Ilha de Mozambique is divided into two halves defined by the old Stone Town and the Reed Town, each with its own character and attractions. Captivating culture and history is displayed in the churches, mosques, mesmerising colonial buildings, impressive fort, remarkable museums, and ancient Portuguese homes, but above all it is the unbelievable diversity of the local people that is intriguing.

The once thriving island is slowly being restored to its former glory with charming guest houses and small hotels welcoming visitors. Walk along Avenida da Republica and browse the wonderful craft shop filled with an array of sculptures, beads and clothing items. There is also Books and Bottles, a fabulous little bookshop and a bottle store stocked with Belgium chocolates, espresso coffee and good wines.

Explore the rare undiscovered beauty, lush vegetation and picture perfect beaches of Ilha de Mozambique. Visit the Chapel of Nossa Senhora and the Palace of São Paulo, now a museum, or take a dhow trip to nearby Goa Island for snorkelling, swimming and lazy days on a deserted beach. Unpretentious, pure and authentic, that is the true beauty of Ilha de Mozambique that will capture the senses of all taking time to embrace the extraordinary ambiance and magic of the island.