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    Central Coastal & Zambezi Delta, Mozambique
    Very Quiet
    Malaria: High

    Safari in Coutada 14

    Coutada 14 is a protected area in Mozambique.

    Best timeMay to November (dry season) for beach and marine activities. June to October for diving.
    Species
    10
    Big Five
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    Lodges
    1
    Recommended stay
    1-2 days

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    For the quintessential Mozambique safari and beach experience, we recommend timing your visit during the dry season, from May to October. This period offers superb game viewing in Gorongosa National...

    January

    Now
    low

    Wet Season

    Hot and humid, with heavy rainfall across much of the country. Roads in some national parks can become challenging to navigate.

    The landscape is lush and green, offering fantastic birding opportunities as migratory species are present. Game viewing can be more difficult due to dense vegetation.

    We recommend focusing on the pristine coastal areas, where marine activities like snorkeling and diving in the Bazaruto Archipelago remain excellent.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    February

    low

    Wet Season

    Continues to be hot and very humid, with significant rainfall, particularly in the southern regions. Expect afternoon thunderstorms.

    Birdlife is at its peak, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Many antelope species are calving, bringing new life to the vibrant landscapes.

    This is an ideal month for those seeking solitude and exceptional birding, especially along the less-visited coastal stretches.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    March

    low

    Wet Season

    Rains begin to subside towards the end of the month, though it remains hot and humid. The air starts to feel a little lighter.

    Vegetation is still very thick, but as the rains lessen, animals may become slightly easier to spot. Birding remains strong.

    We love March for its vibrant, green landscapes and the promise of improving safari conditions as the dry season approaches.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    Gorongosa National Park

    April

    low

    Shoulder Season

    Rainfall significantly decreases, and temperatures begin to cool down, making for more comfortable conditions. Humidity drops noticeably.

    The landscapes are still beautifully green, but water sources are starting to diminish, causing animals to gather more predictably. Game viewing improves.

    April is a fantastic transition month, offering a blend of lush scenery and increasingly rewarding wildlife encounters in Gorongosa.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Limpopo National Park

    May

    moderate

    Dry Season

    Cooler, drier weather sets in, with pleasant daytime temperatures and clear skies. Nights can be quite cool.

    Vegetation thins out, and animals increasingly congregate around permanent waterholes, making for excellent game viewing. Predator activity is high.

    We recommend May as the start of prime safari season; Gorongosa National Park truly comes alive with visible wildlife.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Niassa National Reserve

    June

    moderate

    Dry Season

    One of the coolest and driest months, offering ideal safari weather with comfortable temperatures and very little rain.

    Game viewing is superb, with animals easily spotted around water sources. This is a fantastic time for photography due to clear skies.

    The lodge feels luxurious and timeless during June, offering perfect conditions for a classic safari experience in Gorongosa.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Niassa National Reserve

    July

    high

    Dry Season

    Continues to be cool and dry, with comfortable daytime temperatures. Nights can be chilly, especially in inland areas.

    Peak game viewing conditions persist, with high concentrations of animals. Humpback whales begin to arrive along the coast for their migration.

    We love July for combining thrilling Gorongosa safaris with the start of incredible whale watching opportunities along the Indian Ocean coastline.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    August

    high

    Dry Season

    Still cool and dry, with consistent, pleasant weather across the country. Perfect for all outdoor activities.

    Game viewing remains at its absolute best, with predictable sightings. The humpback whale migration is in full swing, offering spectacular marine encounters.

    August offers the ultimate Mozambique experience-intense safari action paired with the sensational sight of breaching whales.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    +1

    September

    moderate-high

    Dry Season

    Temperatures start to rise, but it remains dry and sunny. The heat is generally manageable and pleasant.

    Wildlife sightings are still excellent as animals remain concentrated around dwindling water sources. Whale sharks begin to appear in the Bazaruto Archipelago.

    We recommend September for the unique chance to spot both big game on land and magnificent whale sharks in the ocean.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Niassa National Reserve

    October

    moderate

    Shoulder Season

    Hot and dry, with temperatures steadily climbing before the onset of the rains. Can feel quite warm, especially inland.

    Animals are highly concentrated around the last remaining water sources, leading to dramatic predator-prey interactions. Migratory birds start to return.

    The sunsets are sensational in October, and the intense wildlife action makes it a prime month for serious safari enthusiasts and photographers.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago

    November

    low

    Wet Season

    The first rains begin, bringing relief from the heat and transforming the dry landscape into a vibrant green. Humidity increases.

    Calving season commences for many species, bringing adorable newborns. Birding becomes exceptional as migratory birds arrive in large numbers. Whale sharks are more prevalent.

    We love November for its fresh, green scenery, the abundance of new life, and the fantastic opportunities for birdwatching and marine encounters.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    December

    moderate-high

    Wet Season

    Hot and humid with increasing rainfall, particularly towards the end of the month. Expect lush conditions and occasional heavy downpours.

    The parks are beautifully green, and birdlife is abundant. While game viewing can be more challenging due to dense vegetation, the coastal areas thrive.

    A festive time to enjoy the stunning coastal resorts and the vibrant, green beauty of Gorongosa, despite the occasional rain.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    Gorongosa National Park

    January

    Now
    low

    Wet Season

    Hot and humid, with heavy rainfall across much of the country. Roads in some national parks can become challenging to navigate.

    The landscape is lush and green, offering fantastic birding opportunities as migratory species are present. Game viewing can be more difficult due to dense vegetation.

    We recommend focusing on the pristine coastal areas, where marine activities like snorkeling and diving in the Bazaruto Archipelago remain excellent.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    February

    low

    Wet Season

    Continues to be hot and very humid, with significant rainfall, particularly in the southern regions. Expect afternoon thunderstorms.

    Birdlife is at its peak, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Many antelope species are calving, bringing new life to the vibrant landscapes.

    This is an ideal month for those seeking solitude and exceptional birding, especially along the less-visited coastal stretches.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    March

    low

    Wet Season

    Rains begin to subside towards the end of the month, though it remains hot and humid. The air starts to feel a little lighter.

    Vegetation is still very thick, but as the rains lessen, animals may become slightly easier to spot. Birding remains strong.

    We love March for its vibrant, green landscapes and the promise of improving safari conditions as the dry season approaches.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    Gorongosa National Park

    April

    low

    Shoulder Season

    Rainfall significantly decreases, and temperatures begin to cool down, making for more comfortable conditions. Humidity drops noticeably.

    The landscapes are still beautifully green, but water sources are starting to diminish, causing animals to gather more predictably. Game viewing improves.

    April is a fantastic transition month, offering a blend of lush scenery and increasingly rewarding wildlife encounters in Gorongosa.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Limpopo National Park

    May

    moderate

    Dry Season

    Cooler, drier weather sets in, with pleasant daytime temperatures and clear skies. Nights can be quite cool.

    Vegetation thins out, and animals increasingly congregate around permanent waterholes, making for excellent game viewing. Predator activity is high.

    We recommend May as the start of prime safari season; Gorongosa National Park truly comes alive with visible wildlife.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Niassa National Reserve

    June

    moderate

    Dry Season

    One of the coolest and driest months, offering ideal safari weather with comfortable temperatures and very little rain.

    Game viewing is superb, with animals easily spotted around water sources. This is a fantastic time for photography due to clear skies.

    The lodge feels luxurious and timeless during June, offering perfect conditions for a classic safari experience in Gorongosa.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Niassa National Reserve

    July

    high

    Dry Season

    Continues to be cool and dry, with comfortable daytime temperatures. Nights can be chilly, especially in inland areas.

    Peak game viewing conditions persist, with high concentrations of animals. Humpback whales begin to arrive along the coast for their migration.

    We love July for combining thrilling Gorongosa safaris with the start of incredible whale watching opportunities along the Indian Ocean coastline.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    August

    high

    Dry Season

    Still cool and dry, with consistent, pleasant weather across the country. Perfect for all outdoor activities.

    Game viewing remains at its absolute best, with predictable sightings. The humpback whale migration is in full swing, offering spectacular marine encounters.

    August offers the ultimate Mozambique experience-intense safari action paired with the sensational sight of breaching whales.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    +1

    September

    moderate-high

    Dry Season

    Temperatures start to rise, but it remains dry and sunny. The heat is generally manageable and pleasant.

    Wildlife sightings are still excellent as animals remain concentrated around dwindling water sources. Whale sharks begin to appear in the Bazaruto Archipelago.

    We recommend September for the unique chance to spot both big game on land and magnificent whale sharks in the ocean.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Niassa National Reserve

    October

    moderate

    Shoulder Season

    Hot and dry, with temperatures steadily climbing before the onset of the rains. Can feel quite warm, especially inland.

    Animals are highly concentrated around the last remaining water sources, leading to dramatic predator-prey interactions. Migratory birds start to return.

    The sunsets are sensational in October, and the intense wildlife action makes it a prime month for serious safari enthusiasts and photographers.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago

    November

    low

    Wet Season

    The first rains begin, bringing relief from the heat and transforming the dry landscape into a vibrant green. Humidity increases.

    Calving season commences for many species, bringing adorable newborns. Birding becomes exceptional as migratory birds arrive in large numbers. Whale sharks are more prevalent.

    We love November for its fresh, green scenery, the abundance of new life, and the fantastic opportunities for birdwatching and marine encounters.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    December

    moderate-high

    Wet Season

    Hot and humid with increasing rainfall, particularly towards the end of the month. Expect lush conditions and occasional heavy downpours.

    The parks are beautifully green, and birdlife is abundant. While game viewing can be more challenging due to dense vegetation, the coastal areas thrive.

    A festive time to enjoy the stunning coastal resorts and the vibrant, green beauty of Gorongosa, despite the occasional rain.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    Gorongosa National Park

    January

    Now
    low

    Wet Season

    Hot and humid, with heavy rainfall across much of the country. Roads in some national parks can become challenging to navigate.

    The landscape is lush and green, offering fantastic birding opportunities as migratory species are present. Game viewing can be more difficult due to dense vegetation.

    We recommend focusing on the pristine coastal areas, where marine activities like snorkeling and diving in the Bazaruto Archipelago remain excellent.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    February

    low

    Wet Season

    Continues to be hot and very humid, with significant rainfall, particularly in the southern regions. Expect afternoon thunderstorms.

    Birdlife is at its peak, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Many antelope species are calving, bringing new life to the vibrant landscapes.

    This is an ideal month for those seeking solitude and exceptional birding, especially along the less-visited coastal stretches.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    March

    low

    Wet Season

    Rains begin to subside towards the end of the month, though it remains hot and humid. The air starts to feel a little lighter.

    Vegetation is still very thick, but as the rains lessen, animals may become slightly easier to spot. Birding remains strong.

    We love March for its vibrant, green landscapes and the promise of improving safari conditions as the dry season approaches.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    Gorongosa National Park

    April

    low

    Shoulder Season

    Rainfall significantly decreases, and temperatures begin to cool down, making for more comfortable conditions. Humidity drops noticeably.

    The landscapes are still beautifully green, but water sources are starting to diminish, causing animals to gather more predictably. Game viewing improves.

    April is a fantastic transition month, offering a blend of lush scenery and increasingly rewarding wildlife encounters in Gorongosa.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Limpopo National Park

    May

    moderate

    Dry Season

    Cooler, drier weather sets in, with pleasant daytime temperatures and clear skies. Nights can be quite cool.

    Vegetation thins out, and animals increasingly congregate around permanent waterholes, making for excellent game viewing. Predator activity is high.

    We recommend May as the start of prime safari season; Gorongosa National Park truly comes alive with visible wildlife.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Niassa National Reserve

    June

    moderate

    Dry Season

    One of the coolest and driest months, offering ideal safari weather with comfortable temperatures and very little rain.

    Game viewing is superb, with animals easily spotted around water sources. This is a fantastic time for photography due to clear skies.

    The lodge feels luxurious and timeless during June, offering perfect conditions for a classic safari experience in Gorongosa.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Niassa National Reserve

    July

    high

    Dry Season

    Continues to be cool and dry, with comfortable daytime temperatures. Nights can be chilly, especially in inland areas.

    Peak game viewing conditions persist, with high concentrations of animals. Humpback whales begin to arrive along the coast for their migration.

    We love July for combining thrilling Gorongosa safaris with the start of incredible whale watching opportunities along the Indian Ocean coastline.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    August

    high

    Dry Season

    Still cool and dry, with consistent, pleasant weather across the country. Perfect for all outdoor activities.

    Game viewing remains at its absolute best, with predictable sightings. The humpback whale migration is in full swing, offering spectacular marine encounters.

    August offers the ultimate Mozambique experience-intense safari action paired with the sensational sight of breaching whales.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    +1

    September

    moderate-high

    Dry Season

    Temperatures start to rise, but it remains dry and sunny. The heat is generally manageable and pleasant.

    Wildlife sightings are still excellent as animals remain concentrated around dwindling water sources. Whale sharks begin to appear in the Bazaruto Archipelago.

    We recommend September for the unique chance to spot both big game on land and magnificent whale sharks in the ocean.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Niassa National Reserve

    October

    moderate

    Shoulder Season

    Hot and dry, with temperatures steadily climbing before the onset of the rains. Can feel quite warm, especially inland.

    Animals are highly concentrated around the last remaining water sources, leading to dramatic predator-prey interactions. Migratory birds start to return.

    The sunsets are sensational in October, and the intense wildlife action makes it a prime month for serious safari enthusiasts and photographers.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Limpopo National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago

    November

    low

    Wet Season

    The first rains begin, bringing relief from the heat and transforming the dry landscape into a vibrant green. Humidity increases.

    Calving season commences for many species, bringing adorable newborns. Birding becomes exceptional as migratory birds arrive in large numbers. Whale sharks are more prevalent.

    We love November for its fresh, green scenery, the abundance of new life, and the fantastic opportunities for birdwatching and marine encounters.

    Gorongosa National Park
    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago

    December

    moderate-high

    Wet Season

    Hot and humid with increasing rainfall, particularly towards the end of the month. Expect lush conditions and occasional heavy downpours.

    The parks are beautifully green, and birdlife is abundant. While game viewing can be more challenging due to dense vegetation, the coastal areas thrive.

    A festive time to enjoy the stunning coastal resorts and the vibrant, green beauty of Gorongosa, despite the occasional rain.

    Bazaruto Archipelago
    Quirimbas Archipelago
    Gorongosa National Park
    Planning & reference

    Coutada 14 offers a truly wild and exclusive safari experience, far from the crowds. We love the feeling of immense space and the raw, untamed nature of this concession. The sunsets here are simply sensational, painting the sky in fiery hues over the vast wilderness.

    Gate Times

    Coutada 14 is a remote wilderness area and does not have traditional gate times. Access is typically arranged through your chosen safari operator or lodge. Permits are required for entry and are usually handled by your operator. We recommend confirming all access arrangements and permit requirements well in advance, as logistics can be complex.

    Tipping

    Tipping is customary and appreciated in Coutada 14. For guides, we suggest around $10-20 per guest per day. For camp staff, a general pool of $5-10 per guest per day is a good guideline, to be distributed amongst housekeeping, kitchen, and other support staff. Rangers accompanying walks might receive a smaller tip, perhaps $5 per guest per day. It's best to tip at the end of your stay, usually in US dollars, and in cash. We always put tips in a sealed envelope for the camp manager to distribute.

    Dress Code

    Neutral, muted colours are essential for game drives and walks to avoid disturbing wildlife. Think khaki, olive green, and beige. We recommend lightweight, breathable fabrics for the heat. Layers are key, especially for early morning and late evening game drives when temperatures can drop. Comfortable walking shoes or boots are a must, along with a wide brimmed hat for sun protection. In camp, casual and comfortable attire is fine, but we still advise against bright colours.

    Photography

    Photography is generally permitted, but always ask your guide before photographing staff or local communities. Drones are typically not allowed without specific permits and prior authorization, which can be difficult to obtain. We love capturing the vast landscapes and the intimate moments with wildlife. Early morning and late afternoon light, the golden hours, offer the most dramatic and beautiful shots. Bring extra memory cards and batteries, as charging facilities can be limited.

    Etiquette

    Maintain low noise levels on game drives and walks to avoid startling animals. Always stay within your vehicle or designated walking areas unless otherwise instructed by your guide. Never feed or approach wildlife. We believe in observing animals from a respectful distance. In camp, be mindful of noise and respect other guests' privacy. We also recommend discussing any specific camp or area rules with your guide upon arrival.

    What to Bring

    High-strength insect repellent (DEET-based)
    Malaria prophylaxis medication
    Wide-brimmed hat
    Sunscreen (high SPF)
    Binoculars
    Camera with zoom lens
    Comfortable walking shoes
    Lightweight long-sleeved shirts and trousers
    Warm fleece or jacket for early mornings/evenings
    Personal first-aid kit
    Headlamp or flashlight
    Reusable water bottle

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