Mozambique is a vibrant and colourful country where you can taste the local cuisine, wander around the local markets, enjoy festivals, islands or for a once in a lifetime experience: swimming with wild dolphins whilst enjoying unspoilt beaches with crystal clear waters.
Whether you want to travel, go backpacking, volunteer or spend a gap year in Africa then you really should consider choosing Mozambique as a destination if you want to get off the beaten track and enjoy some really unique and special trips.
Volunteer in Mozambique
When volunteering in Mozambique you can enjoy the bright colours, big sunsets, clear ocean and laid back nature of the Mozambique lifestyle, and integrate into local.
There are lots of ways to help, from teaching, working in schools, building homes, helping animals or helping conservation projects.
Weekends can be spent at Tofo – the famous backpackers hub, you can enjoy yoga, beach relaxation or party the night away.
Accommodation can vary, close to Lake Malawi (also known as Lago Niassa in Mozambique) and a short journey from the beach. Spend evenings around a camp fire, learn about peoples lives, eat traditional food and enjoy Mozambiquan dancing.
On most gap year and volunteer programs rooms are usually shared, bed linen provided but you might be asked to bring your own mosquito net.
On some programs you can even visit church on a Sunday for the amazing singing and spiritual experience or join in with daily lakeside yoga. Other optional activities include scuba diving, paragliding and quad biking.
Tours
You can add more excitement and adventure to your trip by joining a group tour that depart regularly and cover a wide variety of landscapes, cities, wildlife parks and beautiful beaches.
Some companies also offer combo trips taking in more countries in the region like Malawi, South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Swaziland. Discounts are usually available for groups and volunteers.
What do you get? A knowledgable qualified guide, transport, accommodation and certain trips include meals. It’s a fun, easy and safe way to explore new places while volunteering.
These trips are for anyone seeking an adventure, a way to meet new people and experience new places.