Benguerra Island Vacations 2025/2026

Overview

Take a trip to Benguerra Island on your Mozambique Vacation

Benguerra Island, located 14 km (8.5 mi) off the shore of Mozambique is the second largest island found in the Bazaruto Archipelago. Thanks to the incredible dive sites that surround the island, it is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations on a Mozambique vacation.

Crocodiles that have been found in three lakes on Benguerra support the idea that the island was once part of Mozambique’s mainland before breaking away along with some of the other islands that make up the Bazaruto Archipelago. Explorers originally came to the area in search of pearls resulting in Portuguese and Asian influences being felt to this day. Today, Benguerra supports a community of around 1,000 people who are part of the Tsonga subgroup called Khokha.

Approximately 11 km (6.8 mi) long by 5.5 km (3.4 mi) wide, the island is made up of different habitats including forest, savannah and wetland ecosystems that in turn support differing flora and fauna. The waters around the island host coral reefs teeming with tropical fish and other marine life as well as shipwrecks that make it a paradise for diving and snorkelling enthusiasts on a Mozambique vacation. Benguerra is also famous for its unspoiled white beaches, fishing opportunities and horseback riding. While daytime is for exploring the waters or relaxing on a beach, evenings come alive with a distinctively Mozambican charm.

At a Glance

Languages

Portuguese

Currency

Mozambican Metical (MZN)

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