Beach town in Inhambane, Mozambique
Getting around Tofo
How to get around Tofo
Walk the village; hitch a chapa or taxi to Inhambane (20 km). Long-distance buses and domestic flights link to Maputo; plan time for slow roads.
Ways to get around Tofo
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Chapa to Inhambane | About 40–80 MZN | Crowded minibus; slower late in the day |
| Private taxi | 800–1,500 MZN to Inhambane | Agree fare; useful for airport or night |
| Long-distance bus | 800–1,500 MZN to Maputo | Takes 7–10 hours; leaves early in the morning |
Taxis in Tofo
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No apps. Use hostel-arranged transfers or negotiate with local taxi drivers; agree fares first.
Arriving in Tofo
Inhambane (INH)
Taxi to Tofo 800–1,500 MZN, about 30–40 min. Most visitors arrive by bus from Maputo or by road from Vilankulo.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Some lodges rent scooters or quad bikes; roads are sandy and police check licences. Wear a helmet.
- Driving: on the left. Carry an IDP with your home licence; police checkpoints are frequent and licences in other languages cause trouble.
- Onward travel in Mozambique: Flights link Maputo, Vilankulo, Pemba and Beira; chapas (minibuses) and long-distance buses cover the coast, slowly. Self-drive needs a 4x4 off the EN1 highway.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Tofo?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No apps. Use hostel-arranged transfers or negotiate with local taxi drivers; agree fares first.
What's the best way to get around Tofo?
Walk the village; hitch a chapa or taxi to Inhambane (20 km). Long-distance buses and domestic flights link to Maputo; plan time for slow roads.
How do I get from the airport to Tofo?
Taxi to Tofo 800–1,500 MZN, about 30–40 min. Most visitors arrive by bus from Maputo or by road from Vilankulo.
Is Tofo walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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