Provincia de Maputo Travel Forum

Hi, was just wondering if I would make the trip with a diff lock 2x4 bakkie towing a rubberduck if my tyres are deflated to 0.8bar, or would that be taking a chance?

Hi,

Came through from Maputo, turning at Boane to Bela Vista, crossing the river at Samanga then down to Ponta do Ouro on the 27 November. Road was in good condition to Bela Vista. From Samanga the road deteriorates becoming extremely rough for 20km after crossing the river. From here you will encounter deep sand in many places that can stretch for a couple of km at a time. It is often preferable to drive on the track made next to the main road. You will not get through pulling a boat. You might make it in your 4 x 2 if you do not drive at midday when the sand is hot and very loose. Early morning would be your best bet. The road from Ponta to the SA border also has some deep sand patches.

You may see my pictures of that particular road right here >
> http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/b50e3/f0d/4/

best
Mario