“You want to keep Africa a secret all to yourself but can’t help blabbing about it to everyone you meet. Thanks to ‘Wonderful World’ for sharing the secret with us and to Joanna for handpicking such a fabulous itinerary- what a perfect honeymoon!”

Tom and Paula Mullens

"It is quite unlike anywhere I've ever visited. If you took Gabriel García Márquez's village of Macondo from A Hundred Years Of Solitude and transported it from the Catholic legend of South America to Africa's eastern flank, then you would go some way to understanding Ibo's overwhelming magic."

Nick Maes :'The Guardian' newspaper UK

"Not only was the service excellent, but also you made us feel as if we were a member of your Ibo Island family. We are most impressed by the positive contribution you have made to the local communities, and the preservation of the local culture. We return home with treasured memories and look forward to returning to this magical place"

"You have created a wondeful haven on this island where time really does stand still. I could sit here for weeks watching the tides and the dhows go out and come back again. The friendliness and simplicity of Ibo has restored my faith in humanity after the horrors of Iraq and Afghanistan. Thank you for that and for showing us round this island of stories. I will never forget my New Year spent on Ibo (or the delicious prawns)"

ibo island : quirimbas archipelago : mozambique

useful information

flight	12 hrs
time difference	GMT +2

language

Portuguese is the official language, and there are 13 main national languages spoken. English is taught in secondary schools, but is only spoken in the southern tourist regions.

climate

The climate varies in the different regions of the country, but generally the inland areas are slightly cooler, although more humid than along the coast in the rainy season. Winter is the dry season lasting from April to September, and is the best time to visit the country. The southern parts of the country are generally drier and less tropical than the north, with temperatures along the coast averaging 27ºC. The rainy season coincides with the heat and humidity from October to March, with average coastal temperatures of 31ºC.

visas & entry requirements

British passport holders require a valid passport and a visa. Visitors must have all tickets and documents necessary for return or onward journeys, as well as sufficient funds for their duration of stay. If coming for business or touristic purposes, a visa can be obtained on arrival (at airport only) valid for a maximum of 30 days; extensions are possible. The fee is US$25. NB: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

health

Visitors require a yellow fever certificate if travelling from infected areas. Malaria is a risk throughout the year in the whole country and is reported to be resistant to chloroquine. It is recommended that visitors take precautions against typhoid, bilharzia, hepatitis A and cholera in particular. AIDS/HIV is prevalent. Diseases caused by unsanitary conditions are common throughout the country, and untreated water should be considered unsafe to drink. Hospital facilities are generally poor and outside the major cities of Maputo and Beira medical facilities are limited. Comprehensive medical insurance is essential and it is recommended that visitors carry personal medical supplies with them.