Beira

At the mouth of Pungoe river, you will find the old dilapidated hotel, called The Grand Hotel. Built in 1952 and labeled as the "pride of Africa", The Grande Hotel was regarded as one of Africa's largest and finest hotels of modern standards at the time. Unfortunately, the hotel closed just over a decade later in 1963 when the Portuguese colonial war broke out, leaving it as a refugee camp. Prior to the hotels 'abandonment', there were high expectations that the hotel would gain large profits and attract wealthy businessman from all over world but their expectations were never met. Plans to build a casino in the hotel were also considered but failed to get authorization from the government. Today, nature has taken over the building with animals & hundreds of squatters now inhabit the place.

A massive 4000km2 national park - this game reserve is still going through some rehabilitation - the "Restoration Project". Organizations are working to restore, preserve and protect the wildlife & one of the most beautiful geographical areas in the world. There is a variety of distinct eco-systems to explore. From Limestone gorges that overlook massive rain forests to mountaineous terrain to savannah grasslands. Go and enjoy a true african safari at Gorongosa national Park - an almost untouched game reserve

There are some excellent seafood restaurants to dine at in and around Beira. Traditional African & South African cuisines can be enjoyed at Bique's restaurant, which can be found on a beach, south east of the CBD. Nautico's is also another lovely restaurant set on a beach, north east of Beira's CBD taking full advantage Beira's beautiful waterfront. Another recommended restaurant is Kanimambo downtown Beira, serving excellent chinese food. Otherwise tourists can indulge at numerous other restaurants, cafes, local markets and curios shops within the city centre.

The Southern coastline is a must for the avid explorer and history boffin, where the old and rusted hulls of ships from a bye gone era litter the shoreline – this is the infamous “Ship Graveyard”. A visit to Macuti Beach where its famous lighthouse stands watch over two of shipwrecks is also well worth a visit.

Savane Beach (approximately 30km North East of Beira) is perfect for a day’s outing and well worth the 1 hour journey, but a 4x4 vehicle is a must! Once there a boat will ferry you across the estuary to the beach where you can soak in the breath taking views and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere. Have lunch at the quaint little restaurant and then take a walk along the pristine white beach. Savane has excellent and safe swimming and is perfect for paddle and surf boards.