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Mozambique
Hi all,
I am going to travel in August and September around Southern Africa, starting in Joburg I head to Mozambique, Maputo, on 1 August. Then I will travel from Maputo to Beira and later up to Malawi. Does anybody of you has information where is best to cross the border? Do you know about hitch-hiking in Mozambique? Which roads have steady traffic? Are there any other cheap transport opportunities? What about staying in tent? Does anybody know if there are opportunities to stay for free? Any information are very much appreciated! Katja http://AFRICA.kligys.com www.cc-k.com |
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Hello Katja,
I know the area very well, so here's my input... Between SA and Maputo there are two border options. The most usual is Ressano Garcia, near Komatipoort. The border crossing is usually quite quick, except when busses are going through. There is camping available outside Maputo (58km north, at Casa Lisa). I'm not sure about camping inside Maputo. The most used route between Maputo and Beira is the coastal road via Xai-Xai, Inhambane, Vilankoulo, Inhassorro. Its is a reasonable road, with plenty of camping areas at fairly regular intervals, although there is not very much between Inhassoro and Beira where the road goes far inland to avoid the flood plain of the River Save. There is a campsite called Biques in Beira. From Beira you would probably go via Chimoio to Tete, and then cross the border into Malawi at Zobue. Again, this road is mostly reasonable but less travelled than the coastal road. Once in Malawi, head straight for the lake. I take it from your name that you are a woman, and I hope you are not planning to travel alone. It would be difficult enough for a man to do the trip alone, but a lone woman would, in my opinion, be foolhardy to try. Also, hitch-hiking might pose some difficulties. I know that many people have done it, and I'm usually happy to give rides to travellers, but it can be very dangerous. Cheap transport is available. Safe transport is also available. Finding transport that is both safe and cheap is not regularly available :- 0 My suggestion is to be very carefull when selecting your mode of travel. I have seen far too many accidents in Mozambique, and the majority are single-vehicle accidents due to speeding, unroadworthy vehicles, animals, and damaged bridges. etc. Camping is possible (and quite pleasant) in most places in Mozambique, particularly on the coast, but small hotels or pensao's are also available at reasonable prices. The food in Mozambique is usually fantastic, and can be very cheap if you go to the right places. Be aware of Malaria, and have a wonderful time. Mozambique is one of the most amazing countries to visit. Regards, Marc - Johannesburg On 10 Jun 2004 15:35:36 -0700, (crazykatja) wrote: Hi all, I am going to travel in August and September around Southern Africa, starting in Joburg I head to Mozambique, Maputo, on 1 August. Then I will travel from Maputo to Beira and later up to Malawi. Does anybody of you has information where is best to cross the border? Do you know about hitch-hiking in Mozambique? Which roads have steady traffic? Are there any other cheap transport opportunities? What about staying in tent? Does anybody know if there are opportunities to stay for free? Any information are very much appreciated! Katja http://AFRICA.kligys.com www.cc-k.com |
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Mozambique
my friend Margie Toens lives in Vilankulos and is a travel rep/consultant/guru.
Contact her for more info on mozambique Pat |
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my friend Margie Toens lives in Vilankulos and is a travel rep/consultant/guru.
Contact her for more info on mozambique I need to contact a person lives in Maputo. Have you some email address, please? thanks bye Fogar |
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(crazykatja)
Hi all, I am going to travel in August and September around Southern Africa, starting in Joburg I head to Mozambique, Maputo, on 1 August. Then I will travel from Maputo to Beira and later up to Malawi. Does anybody of you has information where is best to cross the border? Stay home and support your local economy. They got them cannibals in Af'ka. Do you know about hitch-hiking in Mozambique? They like the hitchhikers in A-1 Sauce. Which roads have steady traffic? The ones to the welfare office. Are there any other cheap transport opportunities? Are you a cheapo, Take a cab. If you can't afford to go stay home and support your local economy What about staying in tent? Are you that ugly that no hotel will rent out a room to you? Does anybody know if there are opportunities to stay for free? Cheap Ass. Any information are very much appreciated! Beware of dem cannibals. Katja http://AFRICA.kligys.com www.cc-k.com |
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Make sure you check up on sites like the 'US Embasssy in Maputo' website
security issues, regularly. The beautiful 'Marginal' has seen more & more muggings etc. It's unfortunate but desperation leads to anti-social behaviour and tourists are a number one target. There are many fantastic places with great people in Maputo, but a lot of areas should be given very careful thought before going near them. Rather make contact with a person who can be trusted. The old romantic vision of Africa is no longer. "crazykatja" wrote in message m... Hi all, I am going to travel in August and September around Southern Africa, starting in Joburg I head to Mozambique, Maputo, on 1 August. Then I will travel from Maputo to Beira and later up to Malawi. Does anybody of you has information where is best to cross the border? Do you know about hitch-hiking in Mozambique? Which roads have steady traffic? Are there any other cheap transport opportunities? What about staying in tent? Does anybody know if there are opportunities to stay for free? Any information are very much appreciated! Katja http://AFRICA.kligys.com www.cc-k.com |
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Make sure you check up on sites like the 'US Embasssy in Maputo' website
security issues, regularly. The beautiful 'Marginal' has seen more & more muggings etc. It's unfortunate but desperation leads to anti-social behaviour and tourists are a number one target. There are many fantastic places with great people in Maputo, but a lot of areas should be given very careful thought before going near them. Rather make contact with a person who can be trusted. The old romantic vision of Africa is no longer. "crazykatja" wrote in message m... Hi all, I am going to travel in August and September around Southern Africa, starting in Joburg I head to Mozambique, Maputo, on 1 August. Then I will travel from Maputo to Beira and later up to Malawi. Does anybody of you has information where is best to cross the border? Do you know about hitch-hiking in Mozambique? Which roads have steady traffic? Are there any other cheap transport opportunities? What about staying in tent? Does anybody know if there are opportunities to stay for free? Any information are very much appreciated! Katja http://AFRICA.kligys.com www.cc-k.com |
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