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Cabo Delgado mango grove

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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The Cabo Delgado Mango Grove is an agricultural facility in northern Mozambique focusing on the preservation of traditional fruit varieties. Cabo Delgado is the country's northernmost province, possessing a tropical climate convenient for cultivating mangoes and cashew nuts. In the grove, various varieties such as Kent and Keitt are grown, with the harvest season typically falling between November and February. Visitors learn about tree grafting techniques and biological pest control here. The province has a rich history shaped by the influence of Swahili culture and the independence struggle, which began here in the 1960s. The project promotes local value addition by processing fruits into dried mangoes or juices. Children also learn how vital fruit trees are for soil protection and biodiversity in the coastal regions near Pemba. The grove additionally serves as a research station for adapting agriculture to climate change.

Location: Mozambique
Nearby: Macomia (32 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	26	25	25	25	23	22	22	23	25	27	28	27
Rain mm	327	274	275	203	48	22	13	16	13	41	56	193

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

The Cabo Delgado mango grove is a fertile tropical fruit growing area in Mozambique. It supplies local markets and exports with fresh mangoes, contributing to the region's food security.

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Visiting

The plantations are usually private agricultural land and not open to visitors. From the surrounding paths, however, you can see the extensive mango trees with their fruit.

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Where to view it

Good viewpoints are the unpaved roads that pass through the mango groves, especially near villages. From the gentle hills you get a nice view of the green canopies of the mango trees.

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Local products

The main product is fresh mangoes in various varieties, depending on the season also dried mangoes or mango juice. Cashews, coconuts, and other tropical fruits are also grown in the region.

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Active season

The mango harvest season is typically from November to February, when the fruits ripen. During this time, plantations and local markets are very busy.

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Nearby

A visit can be combined with a trip to the coast at Pemba, where you can enjoy the beaches and harbor. An excursion to the Quirimbas Archipelago or the coral reefs is also worthwhile.