Tour Operators & National Parks

Name: Mozambique
Address: MZ

Informational guidance on tourism licensing, national parks, and regulated activities in Mozambique.

Updated: August 2026

Tour operators, travel agencies, and safari companies in Mozambique must hold a license issued by the National Tourism Institute (INATUR) to organize packages, tourist transport, and guided activities.

National parks, reserves, and conservation areas are administered by the National Tourism Institute (INATUR), which regulates entry, quotas, and tourism concessions in protected areas.

This guide is for information only and does not list operators individually. Before hiring a private operator, confirm licensing with the National Tourism Institute (INATUR) or contact Mozambique Discovery.

National parks and key destinations

The National Tourism Institute (INATUR) manages entry fees and concessions in national parks, including Bazaruto (Inhambane) and Quirimbas (Cabo Delgado). Licensed operators must comply with quotas, conservation fees, and wildlife regulations.

Marine safaris, diving, and combined beach-savanna packages require an operator with a valid INATUR license. Confirm civil liability insurance and cancellation terms in writing.

Bazaruto National Park; archipelago from Vilankulo
Quirimbas National Park; islands from Pemba
Niassa Reserve and Gorongosa; land safaris with licensed operators

How to verify tour operators

Unlicensed operators operate illegally and may put visitors at risk, especially on safaris and activities in remote or protected areas. Mozambique Discovery can guide you through verification.

Require proof of tourism license before paying for any package. Confirm with the National Tourism Institute (INATUR) if needed
For safaris and park visits, confirm authorizations and applicable quotas with the National Tourism Institute (INATUR)
Verify liability insurance and cancellation terms in writing
Operators in national parks must comply with wildlife regulations and applicable quotas
Be wary of prices far below market rates or operators without physical address
Contact Mozambique Discovery for guidance on destinations and travel requirements

Disclaimer

This guide does not list private operators. License verification is the traveler's responsibility. Confirm with the National Tourism Institute (INATUR) or contact Mozambique Discovery.

Activities in national parks are subject to specific regulations, including anti-poaching prohibitions and environmental restrictions. Violations are punishable under Mozambican law.

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