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Dugongs

Dugongs, sometimes known as Sea Cows, are similar to manatees and closely related to elephants. They are mammals, and vegetarian, grazing on underwater grasses in the day and at night. They can stay under water for as long as 6 minutes. Dugongs are found in the Western Indian Ocean with a relatively marginal occurrence on the east coast of Southern Africa.
The Bazaruto Archipelago and Mozambique coast is one of the most important African habitats for dugongs in the Western Indian Ocean. Their distribution is limited by specific habitat requirements, particularly sea grass meadows growing in shallow, sheltered lagoons protected by reefs and islands. Your best chance of sighting a dugong will be in these sea grass meadows of the archipelago.
Dugongs are one of the most endangered large mammals of the African continent and are among the most threatened mammalian species in the western Indian Ocean. The major causes of their decline are hunting and accidental entanglement in fishing nets, particularly gill nets. Extrapolation of a recent survey produced an estimated total population of just 104 animals remaining in the area surrounding the Bazaruto Archipelago.

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Cape to Vic and Mozambique 2021

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Cape Town, Orange River, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Etosha, Okavango Delta, Chobe River, Victoria Falls, Swaziland, Bazaruto and Kruger – what more could you ask for?

  • Duration
    36 Days
  • From
      Camping R63,050 NCVM
      Accommodated R88,750 NACVM
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Best of Zimbabwe and Mozambique 2021

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Thundering waterfalls, wildlife rich safari destinations, ancient ruins, unique rock formations, tropical islands and spectacular scenery make this tour an unforgettable adventure.

  • Duration
    20 Days
  • From
      Camping R42,750 NZJM
      Accommodated R52,350 NAZJM
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Kruger & Mozambique 2021

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This Mozambique tour is a perfect combination of a bush and beach experience, from the Big 5 in Kruger Park and Eswatini to the tropical waters of Bazaruto Island and Tofo!

  • Duration
    14 Days
  • From
      Camping R25,650 NJMJ
      Accommodated R31,750 NAJMJ
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Escape to Mozambique 2021

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An idyllic paradise awaits you on the beaches of Mozambique as we discover local cuisine, island lifestyle, magical underwater sea life and soak up the tropical sun.

  • Duration
    7 Days
  • From
      Accommodated R15,950 NAMZ
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