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8-Day Maputo & Machangulo Escape

Accra, Mozambique

8-Day Maputo & Machangulo Escape

5.0 / 5 · 21 reviews Offered by Just Do Destinations 8-Day

Overview

You'll experience the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation! You'll start in Maputo, exploring vibrant markets and culture before heading to the stunning Machangulo Peninsula. You'll enjoy snorkelling, guided nature walks, and pristine beaches by day, then unwind with delicious oceanfront dinners. With breathtaking scenery and endless activities, this getaway blends excitement and serenity. As your journey ends, you'll return to Maputo with unforgettable memories of adventure and relaxation!

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

8-Day

Route

Maputo (Day 1-2) to Maputo (Maputo)

Via Machangulo (Beach)

Country & park

Mozambique

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

2 years

Activities

beach time

Accommodation

Southern Sun Maputo - Luxury hotel in Maputo (City) – Breakfast Included

Meals

Breakfast Included; Breakfast & Dinner Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

8-Day Maputo & Machangulo Escape
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $3,105 USD $2,070 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount.

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Route

Tour route map
country Mozambique
Start Maputo (Day 1-2)
Day 3-7 Machangulo (Beach)
End Maputo (Maputo) (Day 8)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses lodges and hotels.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

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Minimum age of 2 years

The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: beach time
Getting around: minivan, bus, boat & normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Southern Sun Maputo

Day 1-2

Southern Sun Maputo

Luxury hotel in Maputo (City) – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

Southern Sun MaputoSouthern Sun MaputoSouthern Sun Maputo
Machangulo Beach Lodge

Day 3-7

Machangulo Beach Lodge

Luxury lodge at Machangulo (Beach) – Breakfast & Dinner Included

Breakfast & Dinner Included

Machangulo Beach LodgeMachangulo Beach LodgeMachangulo Beach Lodge

Day 8

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Meals at Own Expense

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

A Journey of Culture

Day 1

A Journey of Culture

Feel the excitement as you arrive in Maputo! Upon landing, you'll embark on an exhilarating journey from the airport as you're seamlessly transferred to your stunning beachfront accommodation. Watch the city come to life around you, with its vibrant streets, coastal charm, and rich culture offering a taste of what’s to come. Relax and soak up the atmosphere as you settle in, with breathtaking ocean views, an inviting infinity pool, and charming surroundings. You'll wake up to a delicious breakfast before immersing yourself in Maputo’s rich culture. Take a guided city trip (optional for an extra cost) and visit the likes of Independence Square, the Grand Cathedral, the Tunduru Botanical Gardens or the lively Central Market. You'll end your days with a seaside dinner (optional for an extra cost), indulging in fresh seafood as the sun sets over the ocean. As your time in Maputo ends, you'll take one last moment to soak in its beauty, knowing the adventure has just begun. Luxury hotel located in Maputo (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Maputo (City) Stay: Southern Sun Maputo Luxury hotel located in Maputo (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Explore, Savour & Enjoy

Day 3

Explore, Savour & Enjoy

You'll arrive in Santa Maria with an exciting boat transfer from Maputo, offering stunning ocean views! Once at Machangulo Beach Lodge, you'll settle into your luxurious ocean-view room. Then, you'll enjoy a peaceful afternoon stroll along the beach. In the evening, you'll indulge in an exquisite dinner. Each day starts with a wonderful breakfast, followed by an array of optional activities that can all be done at your own desire. You'll relax with a soothing spa treatment, or enjoy thrilling fishing trips targeting tuna and mackerel. You'll explore vibrant marine life through snorkelling or kayaking along tranquil waters. You'll discover the beauty of Inhaca Island with guided tours or enjoy a private beach picnic. Evenings are perfect for unwinding with seafood dinners and drinks by the ocean. Spend your days balancing adventure with relaxation, before concluding your stay with fond memories of Santa Maria’s beauty. Luxury lodge located at Machangulo (Beach) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Machangulo Peninsula (Beach) Stay: Machangulo Beach Lodge Luxury lodge located at Machangulo (Beach) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of a Dream Journey

Day 8

End of a Dream Journey

You'll bid farewell to the enchanting Santa Maria as you embark on a scenic boat journey back to Maputo, soaking in the last glimpses of its pristine beauty. Upon arrival, you'll be comfortably transported to Maputo International Airport (14 minutes). Here, you can reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your journey before your departure. Meals at own expense Drinks not included

Destination: Maputo International Airport (Maputo) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Maputo
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Maputo Airport (MPM - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Just Do Destinations
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Offered by

Just Do Destinations

5.0 operator rating 21 reviews

If one can travel there, we'll organise it and remove any stress and anxiety of the unknown for you. Dreaming of an African safari experience, beach holiday, exclusive escape, or a quick getaway; our team use our destination-specific knowledge to plan the holiday you envisage. You benefit from personal attention, experience, global access and site specific expertise, plus we'll adjust to your time zone when planning at your convenience. Let us help you design the trip that exceeds your dreams.

Office In

South Africa

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Réunion, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Amazing Service

Jen and her team (Donna helped us) are wonderful. They helped every step of the way and made sure we knew exactly what we needed. Our journey to Mozambique was hassle free. We stayed at Sonambula in Tofu area. The accommodation was lovely - a stones throw from the beach with the most incredible home made breakfast every day. We will definitely make use of Just Do Destinations again!

Peter Thorpe · South Africa

Verified

Just Do It with JD Destinations!

We recently had the pleasure of working with Wilma Nichols of JD Destinations to plan a vacation to Zimbabwe and I must say, it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. What’s more, our request to her was at short notice but despite that she managed to propose an itinerary that met our needs. This is our first time visiting Zimbabwe so we had rely on her knowledge and experience of the best national parks and reserves to visit and the best safari camps to host us. We also wanted to spend a few days at Victoria Falls on our way back and Wilma arranged all our accommodations and activities including an amazing helicopter ride over the falls. Once we arrived at our destination all our arrangements went really well thanks to the excellent planning and attention to detail provided by Wilma and that included our light aircraft charters between the camps and Victoria Falls. What really impressed us was the level of personalisation Wilma provided. She took the time to understand our specific travel preferences and interests and tailored our itinerary to ensure that every aspect of our trip was perfectly suited to our needs. Throughout the entire planning process, Wilma was always available to answer our questions and concerns and provided regular updates on the status of our bookings. Even during our vacation Wilma kept in touch with us to ensure everything went to plan. We felt confident and well informed throughout the entire experience. This is our second experience working with Wilma and we cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking to plan an unforgettable vacation. The level of service and expertise provided by Wilma was truly exceptional and we look forward to working with her again in the future.

At Mana Pools, Boswell doing his thing, standing on his hind legs reaching for the tender leaves.
Victoria Falls
Pod of hippos on the Zambezi

John Chin · Singapore

Verified

Beyond perfect

Dear Wilma & Ray, what shall I say that is not already said in the reviews before? We are still blown away by the great vacation you have organized for us. Every time we meet again since our return, we talk about the special situations you have organised for us and the great unique memories we collected. You have been such a great partner in all of the preparation, taking care about every special and weird wished I have put forward, always carefully listing what we are looking for and coming back with well thought through advice. Even more impressive is the service and enthusiasm we experienced with you during our travel. With normal agencies the moment you are out of the door starting the journey, you are left to your own. Not so with you. Both of you have been with us on every step of the journey, making sure everything is like we had planned for or better, figuring out last minute changes in covid protocols and sharing our enthusiasm on the many exciting moments and surprises you have organised. Your work and dedication to providing a great, very individual service, going above and beyond the normal, made this trip a unique experience especially for me and our little group. We started as a client and customer, but now - if I may say - we became friends and I'm looking forward to start planning our next adventures with you.

Christa · Switzerland

Verified

Top notch, friendly and very professional service

My experience with Wilma has been nothing short of excellent! She is knowledgeable, has a great personality was amazing from beginning to end. All responses were prompt and professional (she even took my calls on a Sunday evening). When we first chatted, she was friendly, patient, and helpful in helping us find what we were looking for, she really went above and beyond to find the best options for us. I truly love the top notch friendly and very professional service I received from Wilma, thank you so much for such a WONDERFUL experience. Taniya Saffy

Taniya Saffy · South Africa

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Southern Sun Maputo - Luxury hotel in Maputo (City) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Maputo

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Just Do Destinations, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Just Do Destinations.

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