We drove to Leatherback Beach Villa in Machangulo from Maputo, so the trip took us through this reserve. It's beautiful. Look our for giraffes and elephants. Full review by EstherKFA
Jan 7, 2023
It was aa nice place to,visit . Good scenarios and good for 4x4 driving. Stayed in a very nice hotel ( milibangalala) . The beach was fantastic Full review by AntonioF5286
Sep 22, 2022
Left Maputo crossing the Maputo-Katembe bridge, we continued south towards Ponta do Ouro. About 80 km south of Maputo it is clearly indicated that the road enters the Maputo Special Reserve and about… Full review by bluebay06
Hi guys, can I only go to the Maputo Elephant Reserve with an organised tour guide? If I just tune up will I find a tour guide with a 4X4 there?
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Dear Belle, No, you don't need an organised tour guide to travel around. What is necessary is a 4x4 vehicle (it is not allowed nor possible to drive around with a regular vehicle). During my …
Dear Belle, No, you don't need an organised tour guide to travel around. What is necessary is a 4x4 vehicle (it is not allowed nor possible to drive around with a regular vehicle). During my visit I didn't observe any organised tour guides with vehicles waiting at the entrance. It might be possible to arrange a tour from Maputo. Personally I would recommend to drive by yourself, although when you are on your own and the car gets stuck or you get a flat tyre it might be tricky.
Hi Kajtku, A friend of mine is taking a borrowed vehicle and is a bit concerned about scratching the vehicle going through forest areas. What was your experience?
Hi we are planning to go to Santa Maria through Maputo Elephant Reserve. We are only 1 car and would like to go in July 2018. Please advice how long it would take from Ponto de Ouro through the park to Santa Maria. Also please comment if it is safe to go in one vehicle
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Hi there. It can take a while. It is quicker to take the ferry from Maputo but the reserve is beautiful and there is a good chance to see elephant, hippo and other wildlife. The trip probably …
Hi there. It can take a while. It is quicker to take the ferry from Maputo but the reserve is beautiful and there is a good chance to see elephant, hippo and other wildlife. The trip probably takes about 3 hours. Make sure you have essentials including extra water and gas.
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