Quick Answer
Yes, Mozambique is safe for tourists in 2026 in the main coastal regions — Maputo, Tofo, Vilanculos, and Bazaruto are stable and secure. Avoid northern Cabo Delgado province due to insurgency. Take standard African travel precautions: don't drive at night, use registered taxis, and take antimalarial medication.
Short Answer
Yes, Mozambique is generally safe for tourists in 2026 — but only in the main tourist regions. The coastal tourist corridor (Maputo, Inhambane, Tofo, Vilanculos, Bazaruto) has been stable for years. Avoid northern Cabo Delgado province due to ongoing insurgency.
Safe Regions
- Maputo City — the capital, modern and relatively safe. Normal city precautions.
- Maputo Province — Ponta do Ouro, Macaneta, Marracuene. Safe and accessible.
- Inhambane Province — Tofo, Vilanculos, Bazaruto. The tourism heartland. Very safe.
- Gaza — Bilene, Xai-Xai. Safe beach destinations.
- Sofala — Beira and Gorongosa National Park. Well-managed and safe.
- Nampula — Ilha de Moçambique. Safe cultural destination.
Regions to Avoid
- Cabo Delgado (northern coast) — ongoing insurgency since 2017. UK FCDO and US State Department advise against all travel to Mocímboa da Praia, Nangade, Palma, and Macomia districts.
Current Travel Advisories (August 2026)
- UK FCDO: "Exercise a high degree of caution" overall. Updated August 2026.
- US State Department: Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) — mainly applies to Cabo Delgado.
- Australia: High degree of caution, avoid northern Cabo Delgado.
Safety Tips
- Don't drive at night — poor lighting, livestock on roads
- Use registered taxis or Bolt in Maputo
- Keep valuables in hotel safe
- Take antimalarial medication
- Get e-Visa at evisa.gov.mz before arrival
- Learn basic Portuguese
- Get a Vodacom SIM at the airport
September 2, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Mozambique is generally safe for tourists who stay in the main tourist regions, including Maputo, Inhambane, Vilanculos, Tofo, Bazaruto, Gaza, Beira, Gorongosa, and Ilha de Moçambique. Exercise normal travel precautions and check current advisories before departure.