Maputo Special Reserve

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The Maputo Special Reserve – about a two-hour drive south of Maputo – is the closest place to the capital to experience Mozambique's bush. The pristine and stunning wilderness scenery and birding are the main attractions. With luck, you may also see elephants and smaller wildlife.

Children under 12 years old enter free. The fee for Mozambique-registered vehicles is Mtc300.

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