Where to Find and Discover Mozambique’s Best Food

Food and wine in Mozambique are an integral part of every holiday. Some of the best restaurants for seafood, traditional Mozambican food and hearty Portuguese cuisine treat tourists to unforgettable taste sensations. Food & wine in Mozambique. A blend of influences from Portuguese to Swahili all form part of the gastronomic journey with the freshest seafood daily.

Sensual gastronomic offerings in Mozambique embrace a fusion of flavours harking back to the arrival of the Arabs in 700AD! They introduced salt, onions, bay leaves, garlic, fresh coriander, paprika, chilli peppers, sweet peppers, and wine to mixed cultures. Foodie packages to Maputo lead travellers to find the best food in Mozambique and authentic Mozambique cuisine.  

The top 10 restaurants in Maputo.

Mozambique’s culinary scene is a fusion of flavours and influences. The country’s coastal location makes seafood the lead character in a complex food drama. Towns and markets offer prawns, crab, lobster, calamari and fresh line fish. The famous piri-piri sauce, made from fiery African bird’s eye chilli peppers, adds a deliciously spicy kick to many dishes. chips, beans, and coconut with everything. 

The incredible food in Mozambique.

The Best Mozambique Restaurants and their food

Mix with the local people in the best Mozambique restaurants and sample their food. It’s fresh and homemade, a nuance of cultures and tastes, handed down over centuries. Arab, Indian, Chinese, Swahili, Mozambican, Portuguese and European influences create a melting pot of culinary delights. It’s a feast for the senses and we know where you can find the best Mozambique cuisine around.  

Read our travel guide to Maputo restaurants and nightlife!

6-Night Azura Marlin Beach Package – Stay 6, Pay 5

6-Night Azura Marlin Beach Package – Stay 6, Pay 5

Escape to barefoot luxury on Benguerra Island with this 6-night Azura Marlin Beach special. Includes helicopter transfers, all meals, cocktails, island tours, and a free night—perfect for couples and beach lovers.
6 nights from
$4,062
Per person sharing
10-Night Safari and Beach Package – Chicari Camp & Azura Marlin Beach

10-Night Safari and Beach Package – Chicari Camp & Azura Marlin Beach

Explore wild Gorongosa and unwind in Bazaruto with this 10-night Mozambique combo. Includes 5 nights at Chicari Camp and 5 nights at Azura Marlin Beach with all flights, transfers, meals, and activities.
10 nights from
$8,690
Per person sharing
15-Night Mozambique Luxury Package: Maputo to Vilanculos

15-Night Mozambique Luxury Package: Maputo to Vilanculos

Indulge in the ultimate 15-night Mozambique luxury holiday from Maputo to Vilanculos. This all-inclusive itinerary blends city charm, beach bliss, and island elegance with stays at Polana Serena Hotel, Machangulo Beach Lodge, Azura Marlin Beach, and AsDunas. Enjoy spa treatments, dhow cruises, private transfers, and helicopter rides—crafted for travellers who want Mozambique’s finest in one unforgettable journey.
15 nights from
$7,487
Per person sharing
14-Day Luxury Coastline & Culture Adventure – Mozambique

14-Day Luxury Coastline & Culture Adventure – Mozambique

Experience the best of Mozambique on this 14-day luxury coastline and culture adventure. From the grandeur of Maputo’s Polana Hotel and wild shores of Ponta Membene to Travessia’s eco-retreat, Santorini’s coastal elegance, and a dhow safari through the Bazaruto Archipelago—this itinerary blends beach, culture, and barefoot luxury with seamless transfers and handpicked lodges.
14 nights from
$7,487
Per person sharing
Victoria Falls to Mozambique Coast Explorer Honeymoon 2026

Victoria Falls to Mozambique Coast Explorer Honeymoon 2026

This 21-day Victoria Falls to Mozambique coast honeymoon is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure blending Big 5 safaris, iconic waterfalls, vibrant culture, and Indian Ocean escapes. From Hwange and the Falls to Maputo, Inhambane, and a dhow safari through Bazaruto, end with barefoot bliss at Machangulo Beach Lodge. A dream journey for couples seeking variety, privacy, and luxury.
20 nights from
$11,950
Per person sharing
Santorini Mozambique Free Night Holiday Deal 2025

Santorini Mozambique Free Night Holiday Deal 2025

Stay for 5 nights in one of our top-selling Mozambique beach destinations in Vilanculos and only pay for 4. Escape on holiday to Villa Santorini on a free night special holiday deal. Includes airport transfers, all meals and drinks.
5 nights from
$3,355
Per person sharing
5-night Dunes de Dovela Couples Package

5-night Dunes de Dovela Couples Package

Five night couples getaway to Dunes de Dovela Eco Lodge. Fantastic deal for only $1845 per person fully inclusive - all meals, transfers and flights from Johannesburg.
5 nights from
$1,845
Per person sharing
Azura Benguerra and asDunas 7-night package

Azura Benguerra and asDunas 7-night package

Experience a luxury Mozambique getaway with this 7-night package for international guests. Enjoy tranquil beachside living at asDunas in Vilanculos, followed by a scenic helicopter flight to Azura Benguerra for island elegance. Includes flights, all transfers, and exceptional service throughout your journey.
7 nights from
$4,890
Per person sharing
Amazing free night package to Azura for 2025

Amazing free night package to Azura for 2025

Six-night 2025 package to Azura Benguerra Island with one complimentary night included. Enjoy return flights from Johannesburg, thrilling helicopter transfers, and full board in a luxurious sea-facing Beach Villa on Mozambique’s exclusive Bazaruto Archipelago—where barefoot elegance, privacy, and world-class service define your island escape.
6 nights from
$5,430
Per person sharing
5 Nights Sentidos Beach Retreat Package

5 Nights Sentidos Beach Retreat Package

Enjoy a spectacular 5 night escape to Sentidos Beach Retreat in Inhambane for $3065 per couple. Breakfast daily, flights, taxes, transfers and loads of extras included.
5 nights from
$3,065
Per couple
Bazaruto Lodge Special Five Night Deal

Bazaruto Lodge Special Five Night Deal

ExceptionaL FIVE STAR package to Bazaruto Island Lodge which includes flights from Johannesburg and boat transfers. A great Bazaruto special for you to enjoy in style.
5 nights from
$4,530
Per person sharing
Azura Benguerra Free Night Package

Azura Benguerra Free Night Package

Stay longer in paradise with a free night at Azura Benguerra! Book six nights and enjoy one on us in Mozambique. Discover barefoot luxury, beachside bliss, and the best of the Bazaruto Archipelago with this incredible limited-time offer.
6 nights from
$6,170
Per person sharing
Partner stays free at Azura Benguerra Package 2025

Partner stays free at Azura Benguerra Package 2025

Stay 7 nights or more at Azura Benguerra and your partner stays absolutely free. This unbeatable 2025 island escape to the Bazaruto Archipelago is selling out quickly—book now to secure the best couple’s deal of the year!
7 nights from
$8,330
Per couple
Kruger Park Safari plus Vilanculos Beach Combo Deal

Kruger Park Safari plus Vilanculos Beach Combo Deal

A magnificent seven-night five-star bush and beach safari to Kruger Park and Mozambique. Safari in Kapama Game Reserve then fly to Bahia Mar Club in Vilanculos. A killer deal for a holiday of a lifetime.
7 nights from
$3,355
Per person sharing
Benguerra Island Lodge Long Stay Special Deal 2025

Benguerra Island Lodge Long Stay Special Deal 2025

Experience andBeyond Benguerra Island Lodge with our special 6-night discounted package to the dazzling Bazaruto Archipelago. Enjoy luxury villa accommodation, all meals and drinks, scenic helicopter transfers, and seamless flights. A perfect Mozambique escape combining barefoot elegance, adventure, and world-class hospitality in one unforgettable island holiday.
6 nights from
$6,400
Per person sharing
Special Package to Villa Sands Island of Mozambique

Special Package to Villa Sands Island of Mozambique

Explore the rich cultural history of Ilha de Mozambique and experience the adventures of the Indian Ocean when you stay at Villa Sands. Stay 3 nights or more for this great deal to Mozambique Island.
5 nights from
$2,760
Per unit
Lion Sands Azura Benguerra Safari and Beach Package

Lion Sands Azura Benguerra Safari and Beach Package

Safari and beach bliss awaits! Enjoy 4 luxurious nights at Lion Sands in Sabi Sands Kruger, followed by 4 unforgettable nights at Azura Benguerra Mozambique. This exclusive safari and island combo includes flights and scenic helicopter transfers.
8 nights from
$9,040
Per person sharing
Ngala Safari Lodge and Benguerra Island Lodge

Ngala Safari Lodge and Benguerra Island Lodge

Nestled beside Kruger National Park, Ngala Safari Lodge offers an unforgettable wildlife experience. Then fly by helicopter to Benguerra Island Lodge in Mozambique, where pristine beaches and thrilling ocean activities await. Enjoy this exclusive 8-night safari and beach escape.
8 nights from
$10,025
Per person sharing
Free Transfers to White Pearl Resorts 6 nights package

Free Transfers to White Pearl Resorts 6 nights package

An all-inclusive 6-night deal to the stunning White Pearl Resorts in Ponta Mamoli includes one helicopter and one road transfer to the Maputo airport. Luxury accommodation with panoramic sea views, private decks and outside showers.
6 nights from
$4,610
Per person sharing
18 Nights Itinerary Cape Town, Kruger & Mozambique

18 Nights Itinerary Cape Town, Kruger & Mozambique

19 Days/18 Nights DAYS 1 – 4: CAPE TOWN You will check-in for your flights to Cape Town which goes via Johannesburg. On arrival at […]
18 nights from
$23,500
Per person sharing
Kisawa Sanctuary Benguerra Island 5-night package

Kisawa Sanctuary Benguerra Island 5-night package

Decadent luxury on Benguerra Island at Kisawa Sanctuary on this fully inclusive 5-night package at $12950 per person sharing.
5 nights from
$12,950
Per person sharing
Family Package to Anantara with one free night

Family Package to Anantara with one free night

Enjoy a five-night family escape to the legendary Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort in Mozambique. This fully inclusive package includes flights, luxurious accommodation, all meals, drinks, and exciting water-based activities - the perfect way to experience the best of the Bazaruto Archipelago.
5 nights from
$10,675
Per family unit