Inhambane Province, Mozambique · Africa
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Vilankulo is a town located in Inhambane Province, Mozambique. With a population of 43,183, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Vilankulo sits in Mozambique. It's in the Africa/Maputo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Vilankulo to your route.
Vilankulo (or Vilanculos) is a coastal town in Mozambique, lying in the Vilanculos District of Inhambane Province. Vilankulo is named after local tribal chief Gamela Vilankulo Mukoke, and some of the "bairros" (suburbs) are named after his sons. Known as Vilanculos during colonial times, the name was changed toRead more
Vilankulo at independence. Today the district is called Vilanculos and the town Vilankulo.
Vilankulo has been growing extensively over the last decade, and has been the recipient of considerable inward investment into its tourism infrastructure. The town of Vilankulo is the gateway to the archipelago. Dhows and helicopters travel between the town and the Bazaruto Archipelago. The town itself is only about 5 km long. The airport is based on the outside of the town with flights arriving and departing on a daily basis.
It is home to a new international airport, which serves daily flights to several regional destinations, including Johannesburg and Maputo.
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Vilankulo is located in Inhambane Province, Mozambique, Africa. The coordinates are -22.0000 latitude, 35.3167 longitude.
Vilankulo has a population of approximately 43,183 people, making it a town in Mozambique.
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