Maputo en 7 jours
Maputo Central Train Station et Feira de Artesanato le jour 1, Mercado Central et Fortaleza da Nossa Senhora da Conceição le jour 2 et Natural History Museum et Costa do Sol Beach le jour 3. Les 4 autres jours ajoutent Polana, une excursion à Inhaca Island, une excursion à Maputo Special Reserve et Sommerschield. Logez à Polana, le quartier le plus proche des étapes du programme.
Jour 1 : Maputo Central Train Station et Feira de Artesanato
Matin
Maputo Central Train Station
Quartier : Baixa.
Pour manger
Breakfast at Café-Bar Acaju
This is where the city's social life happens. Grab a coffee and a pastry and watch Maputo go by.
Après-midi
Feira de Artesanato
Craft market.
Quartier : Sommerschield.
Soir
Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)
A prefabricated iron house designed by Gustave Eiffel, shipped to Maputo in the 1890s.
Quartier : Baixa.
Jour 2 : Mercado Central et Fortaleza da Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Matin
Mercado Central
Visit the Mercado Central early in the morning to see the incredible daily fish auction and get the freshest catch.
Pour manger
Traditional Seafood
Seafood is often priced by weight (per kg). Don't be shy to ask for the price before ordering.
Où aller : Maritimo (Costa do Sol) for giant prawn platters, Costa do Sol clams at beach shacks, Fish Market for ultra-fresh grilled fish
Après-midi
Fortaleza da Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Quartier : Polana.
Soir
Mafalala District
One of Maputo's oldest and most historic townships, the birthplace of famous poet José Craveirinha.
Jour 3 : Natural History Museum et Costa do Sol Beach
Matin
Natural History Museum
Pour manger
Local & Street Food
The best prego is often found in simple, local cafes. Look for places packed with Maputans at lunch.
Où aller : Prego rolls from Café Continental, Grilled chicken from street vendors, Samosas from market stalls
Après-midi
Costa do Sol Beach
Quartier : Costa do Sol.
Soir
Museu da Moeda (Currency Museum)
A small, free museum located in the Bank of Mozambique, showcasing the history of currency in Mozambique.
Jour 4 : Polana et Jardim dos Professores
Matin
Polana
An upscale, leafy residential area known for its embassies, elegant villas, and high-end hotels. It offers a more tranquil atmosphere with beautiful sea views along Avenida Marginal.
Aussi dans le coin : Hotel Polana Serena, Catembe Ferry Terminal view, Avenida Marginal seawall, Various embassy buildings
Pour manger
Fine Dining & Fusion
Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends at popular spots.
Où aller : Dhow Cafe for creative seafood, Restaurante 1908 at Hotel Polana for classic elegance, Mimmo's for Italian-Mozambican fusion
Après-midi
Jardim dos Professores (Teachers' Garden)
A small, tranquil garden and cafe hidden behind the Natural History Museum.
Jour 5 : excursion à Inhaca Island
45 min by speedboat from Maputo waterfront.
A tropical paradise with pristine coral reefs, perfect for snorkeling and diving. The island offers a complete escape with rustic lodges, a marine biology station, and beautiful deserted beaches.
À voir : Snorkeling at Portuguese Island, Lighthouse with panoramic views, Inhaca Marine Biology Museum, Relaxing on Ponta Torres beach
Jour 6 : excursion à Maputo Special Reserve
2 hours by 4x4 vehicle.
A stunning coastal wildlife reserve where savannah meets the ocean. Spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, and a huge variety of birdlife in a landscape of dunes, forests, and wetlands.
À voir : Game drives to see elephants, Birdwatching at Lake Xinguti, Pristine beaches within the reserve, Guided walking safaris
Jour 7 : Sommerschield et Xipamanine Market
Matin
Sommerschield
A vibrant, trendy district popular with expats and young professionals. It's packed with excellent restaurants, cafes, art galleries, and boutique shops, offering a cosmopolitan feel.
Aussi dans le coin : Nucleo de Arte, Café-Bar Acaju, Numerous international restaurants, Boutique shopping
Après-midi
Xipamanine Market
A massive, sprawling local market on the western edge of the city, far from the tourist trail.
Avant de partir
Depuis l'aéroport
Maputo International Airport (MPM) is 5km northwest of the center. The official airport taxi fare to the city center is fixed at around 700-800 MZN (approx. €10-12). The Trela ride-hailing app also operates at the airport.
Se déplacer
The Baixa (city center) and Polana areas are fairly walkable, with wide sidewalks. However, distances between neighborhoods can be large, and crossing busy avenues requires caution.
Conseils sur place
- For the best peri-peri prawns, head to the cluster of simple restaurants right on the sand at Costa do Sol, not just the famous Maritimo.
- Always carry small denominations of Mozambican Meticais (MZN). Large bills are often difficult to break, especially in markets and for taxis.
- The 'chapa' (minibus) is the local transport workhorse. It's cheap and authentic, but know your route and destination before hopping on.
