Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Gorongosa, the chances of spotting significant wildlife are small, and Mozambique
shouldn't be considered a 'Big Five' destination.
Business Hours
Banks
8am to 3pm Monday to Friday
Foreign exchange bureaus
(
casas de câmbio
) 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday,
8.30am to noon Saturday
Government offices
7.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday
Eating
Breakfast 6am to 11am, lunch noon to 3pm, dinner 6pm to 10.30pm
Drinking
5pm to late
Shopping
8am to noon and 2pm to 6pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 1pm Saturday
Children
» The main considerations for travel here will likely be the scarcity of decent medical fa-
cilities, the length and discomfort involved in many road journeys, the challenge of main-
taining a balanced diet outside the major towns, and the difficulty of finding clean bath-
rooms outside of midrange and top-end hotels.
» The beaches are ideal for visiting with young children. Many resorts have swimming
pools and most offer kids' discounts.
» In beach areas, be aware of the risk of hookworm infestation in populated areas, as well
as the risk of bilharzia in lakes. Other things to watch out for include sea urchins at the
beach (beach shoes are a good idea for children and adults) and thorns in the bush.
» Bring mosquito nets from home for your children and ensure that they sleep under them.
Also bring mosquito repellent from home, and check with your doctor regarding the use
of malaria prophylactics. Long-sleeved shirts and trousers are the best protection at dawn
and dusk.
PRACTICALITIES
Cots & spare beds
Easily arranged; average cost Mtc500
Child seats for hired cars
Occasionally available; confirm in advance
