Activities on IBO Island and the Quirimbas

Ibo Island is a unique place where history, nature and cultures blend together to offer an unforgettable travel experience. Its Portuguese past is evoked by several decadent buildings whose walls are often intertwined with stunning climbing trees and inhabited by troops of monkeys.

In recent years, thanks to the creation of the Quirimbas National Park and growing touristic attention, Ibo is awakening from its past, with conservation and restoration projects invigorating the local economy.

• Wander around Ibo Island town and get lost in the old Bairro Cimento, where you’ll discover a mix of African cultures and taste delicious seafood dishes.
• If you are a sea lover, you can’t miss the snorkelling, the thrill of a shipwreck emerging from the water at low tide, or a dolphin and whale-watching trip.
• You can relax on the golden sandy beaches and turquoise waters of a sand bank, visit Matemo Island, or even embark on a spectacular three-hour hike through the mangroves to Quirimbas Island.