Mozambique: From Wild Safari to Island Bliss

Day 1–3: Chicari Camp – Gorongosa National Park

Fly into the heart of Gorongosa National Park, one of Africa’s most inspiring conservation success stories. Spend three nights at Chicari Camp exploring floodplains, forests and savannahs on guided game drives, walking safaris and birding experiences. Encounter elephants, lions, wild dogs and abundant birdlife while discovering the park’s remarkable restoration story. A five-night stay in Gorongosa also includes the extraordinary Pangolin Foraging Experience.

Day 4–5: Muzimu Lodge – Gorongosa National Park

Transfer to Muzimu Lodge overlooking the Urema floodplain. Continue your safari adventure from a different corner of the park, enjoying exceptional wildlife encounters, spectacular scenery and peaceful moments immersed in nature.

Day 6–11: Azura Marlin Beach – Benguerra Island

A scenic charter and helicopter transfer brings you to Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago. Spend six days enjoying pristine beaches, turquoise waters, snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, dhow cruises and relaxed island living.

Day 12–13: Johannesburg & Departure

Return to Johannesburg for an overnight stay near OR Tambo Airport before your onward journey home.

Included services:

12 nights accommodation in above mentioned hotels/lodges (or similar)
5N Gorongosa: 3N Chicari Camp & 2N Muzimu Camp. The Safari Packages includes: meals, local beverages, limited Wi-Fi, laundry, daily scheduled included activities: Morning & afternoon safari drives, full-day explorer drive, boating and canoeing (seasonal), guided walking, visiting Restoration Project, community & conservation initiatives. Transfers from and to Chitengo Airstrip, inter-camp Transfer, 5+ night stays include: Pangolin Project meet up to view the pangolins’ wild foraging
6N Azura Marlin Beach . The package includes: all meals, local beers and spirits, house wines, soft drinks, tea & coffee, waters, a Sunset Cocktail of the day, Mozambican host service and use of Peri Peri Beach Club, WiFi, Sunset dhow cruise, use of kayaks and paddleboards, EVAC medical insurance

Pay-Stay Specials applied:

Gorongosa- 5 for 4 nights with free night at Chicari Camp ○ Azura Marlin: 6 for 5 nights

In Seat Charter flights (min 2pax):

Beira - Gorongosa (Chitengo Airstrip)- schedule MON, WED, FRI
Beira ETD 15:35| Gorongosa ETA 16:10 - connects with Ethiopian Airlines ○ Gorongosa (Chitengo Airstrip) via Beira to Vilanculos (schedule MON & WED)
Gorongosa ETD 09:30 | Beira ETA 10:05
Beira ETD 10:30 | Vilanculos ETA 11:45

PLEASE NOTE: Free baggage allowance on in seat charter and helicopter flights: 20kg pp in softbags. Each guest may weigh up to 120 kg; should this be exceeded, an extra seat will be required. Airlink scheduled flights in Economy Class: Vilanculos (VNX) - OR Tambo (JNB), ETD VNX 13:30 | ETA JNB 15:15

1N Bed & Breakfast at OR Tambo City Lodge

Recommended travel period:

Best: June to September. Please Note: Chicari Camp & Muzimu Lodge open: 01 April - 30 November 2027. Mid-December to Early March or April the Gorongosa park is closed, as it is a seasonal park

Excluded services:

International and domestic flights, other than mentioned under included
Travel and medical insurance
Visas
Meals and drinks not mentioned
Bazaruto National Park levy to be settled directly at resort (USD 15pp/stay as per June 2026)
Gratuities
Items of a personal nature and other incidental cost
Items not disclosed under inclusions

Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC
Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC
Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC
Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC
Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC
Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC
Image Source: Amazing Africa DMC