Boane

Maputo, Mozambique

Why visit Boane?

Boane is a town in Maputo Province, located about 30 km south-west of Maputo City near the border with Eswatini. It has grown as a commuter town for workers in Maputo and Matola. Boane has a population of around 100,000 and a lively market centre. The town is surrounded by farmland and acacia savanna typical of southern Mozambique. The border crossing to Eswatini at Namaacha is nearby.

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How do you get there?

By Plane

Maputo International Airport (MPM) is 30 km north-east.

By Car / Road

Boane is on the EN2 highway, 30 km south-west of Maputo. Chapas run along this route.

Boane is walkable in the centre. Taxis are available.

What are the things to do?

  • Boane Market — A busy local market with fresh produce and goods.

No major tourist attractions. The nearby Namaacha border crossing provides access to Eswatini.

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Where to eat?

Small local restaurants serve basic Mozambican food.

Where to drink?

Local bars available.

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Where to stay?

Boane has basic guesthouses. Maputo offers a wider range.

What should you buy?

Fresh produce and household goods at the market.

Where to go next?

  • Maputo — 30 km north-east.
  • Namaacha — 15 km west, on the Eswatini border.
  • Matola — 20 km north.

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Guide content as of June 2026.

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