Travel Info
A handy compilation of travel information which you will need when visiting Mozambique.
We've compiled a handy checklist of things to bring to ensure that your holiday at Zona Braza Resort is a fabulous carefree and memorable one:
- All groceries and condiments you will be using for self catering
- It's wise to bring along meat, cheese, butter and luxury items
- Dishwashing liquid, cleansing and cleaning material, dishcloths and sponges
- Table cloths
- BBQ: bring along your own braai grid, firelighters and matches. You'll need matches or a lighter for your gas stove
- Bath and beach towels
- Mosquito repellant and insect repellant spray
- Sandals & rock shoes (sand can become extremely hot)
- Snorkel, masks and fins
- Camera, batteries and chargers
- Battery operated light or torch
- Beach umbrellas and swimming pool floatation equipment for the kids
- Medical aid kit
- Sunblock
- 2 Point plugs for chargers (Zona Braza uses SA electrical plug points)
Visitors to Mozambique should be aware that it is difficult to obtain large amounts of cash in Maputo with a credit, debit or cash card. There are various ATM’s from various banks that allow for removal of local currency only. Cashing a traveler’s cheque is expensive and facilities are not available everywhere in the Country.
It is not possible to obtain fuel from filling stations with any card at all. It should also be noted that foreign currency is not freely available, as it is imported as required and as per law all negotiations/payments should be done in the local currency.
MILLENNIUM BIM
Av. 25 de Setembro, nº 1800
Tel: +258 21 350035/21351500
BANCO DE MOÇAMBIQUE, SA.
Av 25 Setembro, Postal:423
Tel: +258 21 354600
Fax: +258 21 323712/
21 322849
Reclamacoes_bm@bancomoc.mz
BARCLAYS BANK, SA
Av. 25 de Setembro, nº 1184
Tel: +258 21 308800/
21 351747
latifom@barclays.co.mz
Mauro.chiziane@barclas.co.mz
STANDARD BANK, SA.
Praça 25 de Junho, nº 1
[Free]: 800412412
Fax: +258 21 300662
uac@standardbank.co.mz
- Just about anything that you can buy in SA and more….
- Shops in Xai Xai – Shoprite, Saverite, Super Mercado de Limpopo Supermark, Engen Garage with
a bakery, various bakery’s in Xai Xai, ATM's and the Xai Xai market and many more. - Fresh Portuguese bread
- Meat, cheese, butter, fruits, vegetables, snacks,
- Pasta, Rice, spices, tinned food, sunflower/olive oil etc.
- Alcohol of all sorts, wine & sodas
- All sorts of beer (South African & Mozambican)
- Craft Markets: Great grass mats to use on the beach, hats, wooden bowls, etc.
- Buy a Vodacom starter pack for mts50 and airtime for mts500 at the border. You can buy data bundles and use the internet and whatsapp/facebook at a much cheaper rate than roaming.
To get data, load your airtime (*100*01* insert pin# dial *111*, choose language if you do
not understand Portuguese, if you cannot (choose internet, ofertas Mensais (monthly), choose the meticais amount, mts250 should be sufficient, and follow the steps. - Zona Braza has WiFi in the restaurant area, Vodacom and Mcel reception.
COMPULSORY
- Passports:
SADC Residents - must be valid for at least 60 days with 2 empty pages. Non SADC Residents must be valid for 6 months with 2 empty pages. Visas are required and can be obtained at the border. Always keep passports of Moz notarized copy with you. - Unabridged Birth Certificates (UBC):
All minors into or out of RSA require a Passport or Birth Certificate (with details of both parents). If not, then obtain a UBC. If UBC is not received in time, request an Annexure A letter. Do not forget valid passports. - Car Registration and Ownership Documents:
If vehicle is still under finance you must get a letter of perimssion to cross the border. - Letter from your insurance company confirming cross-border insurance.
- Completed & signed Temporary Import permit (at the border).
- RSA & SADC Driver's Licence
allowed, other require international drivers' licence. - Compulsory 3rd Party Insurance
and optional Legal and Roadside Assist available online at www.drivemoz.isureafrica.com or at the border and other travel shops. - 2 x Triangles
- 2 x Reflective Vests
(yellow or green) for front passengers - Black and White ZA Sticker
(on rear of vehicle, must be visible when towing) - Vehicles Towing
must have a blue and yellow triangular sticker on the vehicle as well as any object in tow. Vehicle - front right bumper. Towing object - rear. - Fire Extinguishers
Not compulsory but always a good thing to have.
NOTE
- No firearms across border
- Pets/animals require special documentation
- Take a spare set of car keys
- Do not take beer across border
- Ensure that your credit cards are active internationally
The police on the roads are not there just to harass tourists, it is their job to stop people and check their papers and drivers licenses.
Police dressed in grey or green are not allowed to fine you for any traffic offenses.
If you are in the wrong, don't argue, just pay the fine but do insist on a receipt.
If you really feel you are not in the wrong and feel up to the challenge ask the police to lead you to the nearest police station and deal with the situation there.
This form, of advice is designed to help you in the event of Language and Cultural difficulties when stopped by the Police on the Mozambican Roads.
- Traffic police are dressed in a white shirt and blue trousers - police in grey or green are not allowed to fine you for any traffic offenses.
- Put on your indicator and pull over.
- Remove your sun-glasses and turn the music down (a sign of respect and trust).
- Greet the officer politely, never be rude.
- Wait for him to ask what he wants and check he is wearing his badge before showing your identification (no badge then no questions or fine): Go through the motions of showing your license etc (you do not have to hand it over): If you are guilty of an offence first apologize.
- If he does not 'forgive' you then insist on a receipt - the actual fine is always cheaper than the bribe: Keep the receipt and show to your host destination, let them take a copy: If you have paid a fine and the officer does not give you a receipt, insist on a receipt, or ask for your money back - do not give up and leave.
Tell him you will report him at ASINHOS or at the next police station. - If you have handed over your papers and they are not returned and you are being harassed or threatened, phone (ASINHOS) (+258) 823 969 890
- Do not be scared or intimidated but do not get aggressive.
- Insist on a receipt and help stamp out bribery and corruption.
- If you require advice regarding an accident or police please contact your insurance company, resort destination or the Gaza Tourism Association
(ASINHOS) (+258) 823 969 890
- No drivers licence
- Speeding
- Non-road worthy vehicle (lights/brakes etc not working)
- Not having 2 triangles
- Not having 2 safety jackets
- Not having an insurance policy
- Not wearing seat belts (in front and back)
- Drunk driving
- Alcohol in vehicle - must be sealed in the boot
- Exceeding number of persons in vehicle that is registered on car papers
- Ignoring traffic regulator lines, signs etc
- Not having a blue and yellow towing sticker on the front of your vehicle if towing
- Canoes or loads on top of vehicles obstructing ANY view of the windscreen (eg: canoes must face up so curved end does not obstruct view)
- Arms out of windows
- Driving without a shirt or shoes
- Vehicle not conforming to your papers (eg canopy etc)
- Cigarettes in the car without a fire extinguisher
- Talking on cell phone
What to do if you're involved in an accident involving a motor vehicle or other persons.
- If the accident is between vehicles or persons don't remove your vehicle before the police arrive at site of the accident.
- If a person is injured (but not badly) put him in a vehicle (not the one involved in a collision with another vehicle) and take him and someone who knows the person to the nearest hospital and ask the medical doctor or assistant to call the police.
- Show the police your drivers licence, car papers and insurance of your vehicle.
- Call the insurance company to assist you, never admit your guilt, only tell the truth of what happened.
- Contact the tourism association (ASINHOS), your destination resort or reservation agent.
The mosquito that transmits malaria (female Anopheles) is not born with malaria - she has to feed on someone who has malaria before she is infected
She feeds from evening till morning
Remember your mozzie repellent
If you are infected - and have not taken any prophylactics - symptoms will appear around 10 days (aching body, sore joints, headache, vomiting, diarrhoea)
If you have taken prophylactics, symptoms can take up to 3 months to appear. Remember to tell your doctor you have been in a malaria area.
If you are still in Mozambique, go to clinic/ hospital for a test and take the medication supplied (normally a 3/4 day course)
Do not delay if you suspect you have malaria - it is fatal if not treated!
There is also a private clinic in Xai-Xai.
They can be contacted on +258 823 259 730 or +258 823 999 800.
There are also numerous pharmacies in town.