Overview
Nampula is the capital of Nampula Province and the commercial center of Northern Mozambique, surrounded by plains and rocky outcrops. The city serves as a practical staging post for travelers heading north toward the Tanzania border or west toward Malawi.
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Before you go
Connectivity
BBC World Service available on 88.3MHz. Free Wi-Fi at Morabeza Backpackers and Girassol hotel.
Health
Private Laboratorio de Análises Clínicas (LAC) Clinic on Avenida Josina Machel offers malaria tests (263 MT, result in 1 hour) and consultations (1365 MT).
Money
ATMs available at Barclays Bank and other local banks. Credit card acceptance is limited. Carry cash for most transactions.
Transport
Nampula Airport is 4km from town (walkable). Train to Cuamba departs Mon-Sun except Mondays at 05:00, takes 10-12 hours. Chapas to Ilha de Mozambique depart from Avenida de Trabalho.
Weather
Tropical climate with wet season (Nov-Mar) and dry season (Apr-Oct). Coolest months Jun-Aug (16-17°C avg). Warmest months Oct-Dec (33°C avg).