One reaches Zongoene by road from Maputo via Bilene (a small resort town) or if arriving from the North, just after Xai Xai, there is a turn off to the left to Chicumbane. You will travel on 36 km’s of sand road. During the raining season it is advisable to access the lodge in a 4-wheel drive vehicle.

* Please note that the speed limit is 40km per hour when passing through Towns and Villages

ALL VEHICLES                                    

Turn left after the Motola toll plaza, on the outskirts of Maputo, following the signs to Xai Xai - Route EN1. Your route will lead past the main towns of: Marracuene, Manhica, Macia and Chissano. Before Xai-Xai on the main road is a big sign to Zongoene, turn right. This is approximately 192 km from Maputo on the main road at a small town called Chicumbane.On your left, you will see an electrical transformer station. Keep on the main road for approximately 35kms to the lodge. Follow Zongoene pointers at the intersections.

By Road

Johannesburg to Zongoene 760km 9hrs
Nelspruit to Zongoene 420km 5¹/²
Maputo to Zongoene 225km 3¹/²

(4 x 4 advisable during rainy season)

Requirements for Motorists
Vehicle registration papers
Third Party Insurance - compulsory (purchase at any AA Autoshop / Head Office / TE Store –ZAR 160.00 –valid for 30 days)
1 set of Warning triangles (does not need to be displayed)
Immigration fee per person – ZAR 12.00 (current price)
Purchase the compulsory Temporary Import permit for vehicle – cost is ZAR 15
If towing a trailer, you need 2 x yellow & blue Mozambique warning triangle, must be displayed at front of vehicle (on bumper) & rear of trailer
 ZA Sticker- purchased at any AA Autoshop / Head Office / TE Store
International Drivers License - recommended

Border Procedure
When entering Moçambique you will be required to pay a levy on your passports. You have to pay road tax levy in Meticais. You need to complete a DA341 temporary export/import document on which you must state what you are taking into Moçambique and what you are taking out of Moçambique. E.g. generator, deep freeze, camping & fishing equipment.

Rules of the Road
This is a basic guideline for tourists and travellers to Mozambique and please understand that the laws and tariffs are subject to change at any time by the Mozambique authorities
:: When entering Moçambique you are required by law to wear a seatbelt at all times. Should you be caught not wearing a seatbelt you will be fined
:: All South African vehicles must have a ZA sticker on them as well as a yellow triangle on a blue background displayed on them
:: All trailers must have reflective tape on the side and back
:: When travelling through towns ensure that you adhere to the speed limit. The Moçambique speed law for travelling in populated areas is 60 km/h, however if you have a trailer the law states 50km/h.Radar is the main trapping device used and spot fines are payable
 :: Caution where there is a solid white line on the road as officials will fine tourists when one or two wheels, especially on wide trailers go over the middle line.
:: According to Mozambique law the traffic officer must specify the traffic violation and quote the relevant article from the road ordinance and   indicate the monetary value of the fine
:: Visitors to Mozambique are advised to travel on the roads provided and when travelling in the areas to resorts you are asked to respect the land dwellers plantations and home surroundings. Many locals plant their crops next to the roads.  Four wheelers especially are asked to show respect for the locals. Do not speed in the areas where there are locals, as many small children tend to run into the road when vehicles approach with fright.  
:: When stopping for coconuts, you can be charged for them as many locals own certain coconut trees and this is their income in that the coconuts are food and then later taken to factories to be made into oil.Tourists are asked not to give the children sweets on the side of the road as this encourages begging and possible stealing

Agencia do Turismo Concha de Moçambique Lda

Trading as Zongoene Lodge