Beira is the second largest city in Mozambique. It lies in the central region of the country in Sofala Province, where the Pungue River meets the Indian Ocean.
Tourist attractions include the cathedral, lighthouse, Macuti Beach and the Grande Hotel Beira. North of the city is the former Gorongosa national park.
Things to See & Do
* The cathedral
* Lighthouse
* Macuti Beach
* Grande Hotel Beira
* Gorongosa National Park
General information
Cruise Season – Oct - May
Currency – Mozambican metical (MZN)
Language – Portuguese
Population – 550,000 approx
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time - GMT plus two hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 258
Port Location - Beira is served by an airport to the northeast of the city, with both domestic and international flights.