Travel Highlights Take a dhow ride round the Inhambane bay. For beautiful white sandy beaches, visit the Magaruque island which is part of the Bazaruto Archipelago . A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for those arriving from an endemic zone. Malaria prophylactics are recommended. Bilharzia may be contracted from swimming in rivers and lakes.
Metical notes come in different denominations.
Credit cards are not widely accepted. Waiters and other workers appreciate tips. Indo-Portuguese cuisine is popular in many Mozambican restaurants.