Maputo, Mozambique

Cruise Port

Maputo

Capital and chief port of Mozambique.

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Overview

Maputo is a cruise port in Mozambique. It lies on the coast at approximately -25.969, 32.573.

About Maputo

Maputo is the capital and largest city of Mozambique. Located near the southern end of the country, it is within 120 kilometres of the borders with Eswatini and South Africa. The city has a population of 1,088,449 distributed over a land area of 347.69 km2 (134.24 sq mi). The Maputo metropolitan area includes the neighbouring city of Matola, and has a total population of 2,717,437. Maputo is a port city, with an economy centered on commerce. It is noted for its vibrant cultural scene and distinctive, eclectic architecture. Maputo was named Lourenço Marques until 1976.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Maputo — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Maputo

Maputo seen from southeast - October
Maputo seen from southeast - October
Conselho Municipal de Maputo frente (cropped4)
Conselho Municipal de Maputo frente (cropped4)
Museu de História Natural
Museu de História Natural
Jardim Tunduru
Jardim Tunduru

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 30°C in Jan and coolest around 25°C in Jun (average daytime highs).

Jan
30°
23°
Feb
30°
23°
Mar
29°
22°
Apr
29°
20°
May
26°
17°
Jun
25°
15°
Jul
25°
14°
Aug
26°
15°
Sep
28°
18°
Oct
28°
19°
Nov
29°
20°
Dec
29°
22°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Maputo the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Maputo, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →