Things to do in  Maputo

Maputo Special Reserve (Reserva Especial de Maputo) is a safari destination home to an ever-increasing and diverse number of wildlife species. Established in 1932, the reserve had lost much of its wildlife by the end of Mozambique's civil war. Since 2010, however, thousands of animals have returned, transforming the area into a biodiversity hotspot.

Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomica (FEIMA) is a popular and colorful open-air market in Maputo. Locals and tourists alike are drawn to the market for its array of locally-made crafts, including wooden sculptures, traditional masks, jewelry, textiles, and paintings.

Located in the heart of the Mozambican capital, a visit to the Maputo Central Market (Mercado Central de Maputo) offers travelers a slice of local life. Almost always buzzing, the market is filled with vendors selling everything from tropical fruits and vegetables to nuts (don’t miss the cashews), carvings, and capulanas (the traditional cloth used as a sarong-style skirt or baby carrier).