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Major city · Mozambique

Medjumbe

Go if you want a private-island escape with diving and birdwatching; 3–4 nights are enough. Skip if you're on a budget or want cultural sights — this is pure beach-and-reef.

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Medjumbe is a tiny private island in the Quirimbas Archipelago, about an hour by small plane north of Pemba. A dozen bungalows face the lagoon, each with a deck, plunge pool and outdoor shower. The island draws couples and honeymooners for the quiet, plus nature lovers for the birdlife and near-pristine hard coral reefs. There is no village, no shop, no road — just sand, scrub, an old lighthouse and the resort.

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Best months
May–Nov
avoid Dec–Mar (wet season, cyclone risk)
Airport
POL
Nights
3

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This is a basic guide for Medjumbe: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Nine African countries on this site have no trip line bec…Across the subregion, plan every road leg to arrive befor…
  • Africa ↗When a route touches a yellow-fever country — even a transit of 12 hours or more — keep the original yellow card (ICVP) in your hand luggage; health desks and airlines can refuse boarding or entry without it.
  • Africa ↗Nine African countries on this site have no trip line because governments advise against travel; several others have no-go regions. Read your government's advice for every country on the route before paying deposits.
  • Southern Africa ↗A rental car may leave its home country only with the rental company's cross-border letter, the registration papers and paid road taxes at each post; driving into Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique or Angola without them ends at the border.
  • Southern Africa ↗Across the subregion, plan every road leg to arrive before sunset: livestock, wildlife, pedestrians and unlit trucks make night driving the main cause of serious visitor accidents.
  • Mozambique ↗Many Western passports are visa-exempt for 30 days but still need an approved travel authorisation from the official evisa.gov.mz portal before departure; it cannot be bought on arrival.
  • Mozambique ↗Carry your passport or a certified copy at all times; police document checks are common.
  • Mozambique ↗Governments advise against travel to parts of Cabo Delgado province in the north; check your own government's advice for the exact areas.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Medjumbe119 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Medjumbe, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Private island resort with 12 bungalowsWall dives and hard coral reefsBirdwatching: terns, herons, egretsHoneymoon and couples destination
Airports
POL Pemba Airport (Charter flight to Medjumbe airstrip, about 1 h; arranged by the resort.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

  5. May

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

Best: May–Nov. Avoid: Dec–Mar. Month by month →

Warmest Jan (31°C (88°F)), coolest Jul (20°C (68°F) low), wettest Mar (15 rain days), driest Aug (3). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Medjumbe: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

14 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

13 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

15 rd

Apr

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

12 rd

May

29°C (84°F)

22°C (72°F)

7 rd

Jun

28°C (82°F)

21°C (70°F)

5 rd

Jul

27°C (81°F)

20°C (68°F)

4 rd

Aug

28°C (82°F)

20°C (68°F)

3 rd

Sep

29°C (84°F)

21°C (70°F)

3 rd

Oct

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

4 rd

Nov

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

7 rd

Dec

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

12 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

No roads or vehicles. Walk the sandspit between bungalows, the beach and the old lighthouse. The resort runs boat transfers for diving and snorkelling.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Pemba

go

Door to door: About 1 h

Charter flight, about 1 h

Gateway town for supplies, flights and a change of scene.

Ibo Island

caution

Door to door: About 1.5–2 h

Boat from Pemba or charter flight, about 1–1.5 h

Historic stone town; check current security advice before travelling.

Matemo Island

go

Door to door: About 1 h

Boat or charter flight, about 30–45 min

Another private island resort; day visits may be arranged.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Medjumbe Island Resort

The only accommodation on the island. All bungalows face the lagoon with a deck, plunge pool and outdoor shower.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
All-inclusive resort (per person, per night)
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Watch out

Safety

Medjumbe is very safe within the resort perimeter. The main risks are sunburn, strong currents during diving and flight cancellations in the wet season. Check Mozambique travel advice for Cabo Delgado province before booking.
  • Diving depends on tides: check the schedule with the dive centre.
  • No ATM, no shop: bring cash (meticais or US$) for tips and extras.
  • Cyclone season December–March: flights may be cancelled.
  • The island is tiny — if you need nightlife or variety, stay in Pemba instead.

Emergency numbers

Police
119
Ambulance
117
Fire
198

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My bed tonight

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Para o Medjumbe Island Resort, por favorTo the Medjumbe Island Resort, please

Emergency

  • Police119
  • Ambulance117
  • Fire198

Embassy

Most embassies are in Maputo. The US embassy is in Maputo; the UK has a high commission in Maputo. For emergencies, contact your country's embassy in Maputo.

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Pemba → Medjumbe charter flight: Included in resort package; check with Rani Resorts
  • Boat transfer to dive sites: Included or charged per dive; check

Say or show

  • Olá — Hello (oh-LAH)
  • Obrigado — Thank you (oh-bree-GAH-doo)
  • Quanto custa? — How much? (KWAN-too KOOS-tah)
  • A conta, por favor — The bill, please (ah KON-tah por fah-VOR)
  • Onde está o centro de mergulho? — Where is the dive centre? (ON-de es-TAH o SEN-tro de mer-GOO-lyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Medjumbe. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Nov · avoid Dec–Mar (wet season, cyclone risk) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 1 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Mozambique

Sources

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