AU$ 398 Cheap Flights from Maputo to Nampula

Nampula is the capital city of Nampula Province in northeastern Mozambique. Also known as “The Capital of the North,” Nampula is the centre of business in northern Mozambique. It has a few western-style hotels, restaurants and shopping centres. The city is reasonably diverse, with the native eMakhuwa population being the largest group but with a visible Indian, European, Chinese and Lebanese people. The town is lovely with the essence of indigenous culture. This province is famous for its fantastic scenery.

The Miombo forest alternates with the magnificent towering granite domes and peaks, a delight for rock climbers. The province’s primary industry is cashew nuts, tobacco, precious stones, and uranium. The province has some mind-boggling tourist spots that attract people from across the world.

Tip: Based on the beach/pool score, the best time of year to visit Nampula for hot-weather activities is from early September to early November.

Land on Nampula

Nampula Airport is an airport in Nampula, Mozambique in the northeastern part of Mozambique, with two paved runways. It’s a hub for Kaya Airlines. Every day two flights fly from Maputo to Nampula. It takes around 2 hours, 15 minutes to reach Nampula from Maputo. Flights of Fastjet, LAM, Ethiopian flies from Maputo to Nampula.

Tip: Book tickets early to avoid the rush. Early ticket booking also saves money.

Explore the beauty of Nampula

The city of Nampula marks a crossroads in Northern Mozambique: a stopover point for most travellers on the way to some of the country’s best sight-seeing.

It is also one of the most exciting cities to spend time in. The city has many places worth visiting. The Cathedral De Nossa Senhora Da Fatima is undoubtedly a worth visit, although it won’t take long. The clean exterior of the building sets it apart in the middle of a chaotic city. The calm and quiet atmosphere of the church will give you mental peace.

The Museu Nacional De Ethnologia is a highlight for Nampula as well as the entire country of Mozambique. Other places worth visiting are Ilha blue, Musim, Mesquita Central de Nacala, and Cathedral of Nacala. Nampula Inselberg Mountains is a fascinating volcanic rock formation is a great place to visit for its beauty.

Tip: Do check the opening and closing times of the museums and also the final day if any.

Shopping and Dining adds extra fun

While the Nampula municipal market isn’t as large and chaotic as markets in some other Mozambican cities, it does have the most extensive selection of live chickens. That alone, in addition to the market’s mountains of fresh produce, earns it a place on this list. Some of the shopping areas in Nampula are Nampula shopping centre, Monica Shopping, Abreu Shopping, TREVO and many more. These places will provide you with an extensive collection of various products, which is both satisfying and pocket-friendly.

Tip: Do try Matapa, the traditional dish of Nampula. Also, try Prego Roll.

Cheap flights from Maputo to Nampula are readily available every day. Early booking helps in saving money. Once you visit Nampula Airport, you can book tickets back to Maputo easily.

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