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Bazaruto
Archipelago, Mozambique
Mozambique;
where the sunny skies are aqua blue
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Mozambique accommodation
Holiday
in paradise in Mozambique
Mozambique is a gorgeous
tropical paradise of a country. The coastline is long, and palm-fringed
beaches define lovely bays sheltering colourful coral reefs. But like any
paradise - there's the odd rotten apple and even a serpent or two. A hideous
twenty-year war when the country was used as a pawn between the superpowers,
and neighbouring countries, was followed by devastating cyclones and floods.
Mozambique still has a way to go but it's bouncing back. If there was an
Oscar ceremony for countries, Mozambique would win the award for resilience
and grace under pressure.
The beautiful beaches are
fully operational, there are dive operators almost everywhere the reefs
are easily accessible, and accommodation options range from backpackers
and camping sites to five star extravaganzas. Most of the towns and cities
are picking up slowly and there is a certain shabby chic touch to un-maintained
art deco buildings decaying in style. The streets are lined with flowering
trees and vibrant markets and small businesses. The main reasons most people
visit Mozambique, though are to dive, fish, sun tan or indulge in yummy
seafood. Mozambique is renowned for its succulent swimming prawns - although
by the time most people see them they're swimming in peri-peri sauce. (In
case you're wondering, swimming prawns are distinct from those rather squooshy
things that hide out in the mud - and they taste muucch better.)
Ponta do Ouro and Ponta
Malongane, together just called Ponta and just across the border from South
Africa, are very popular diving, fishing and surfing resorts. In the 1970s
Maputo was they playground of southern Africa - balmy nights, Portuguese
wine, prawns by the bucketful and wild Latin-African rhythms made this
a party destination of note. It's coming - with a bit more style and a
lot more relaxed dress code.
In Maputo Bay is Inhaca Island
- a little tropical paradise all of its own. Mangrove forests, lovely beaches,
a good hotel, great diving and snorkelling, a small low key marine museum
and a small village give it a special holiday air. There are good beach
destinations all up the coast, but the more popular areas include the area
around Inhambane, the Bazaruto Archipelago and, in the last few years,
the far north, near Pemba.
You can drive into Mozambique
from South Africa and the roads, while not exactly pristine, are passable
in a two-wheel drive vehicle. The bus service is adequate but only for
relatively adventurous travellers. There are international airports at
Maputo, Vilankulos (near the Bazaruto Archipelago) and Pemba.
Note: If you are planning
to travel to Mozambique please be aware that this region is malarial. |
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BAZARUTO
ARCHIPELAGO ACCOMMODATION - MOZAMBIQUE
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Casa
Rex, Vilanculos, Inhambane (Prov), Bazaruto Region
Casa Rex now offers travellers
a sublime stopover in Vilanculos. Reminiscent of a gracious area, it’s
buildings encompassed in lush gardens, Casa Rex overlooks the southern-central
section of Vilanculos Bay. Accommodation is charmingly decorated
in an individual style with an emphasis in the lounge and dining areas
on custom crafted wood furniture and fittings. With shower and toilet en-suite,
all rooms offer a breezy perspective of the bay. For maximum comfort, airy
mosquito nets are hung and windows are fitted with shutters against the
occasional rain shower. Luxury rooms offer air conditioning and internet
access as well as their own private balconies which afford guests uninterrupted
views of the ocean. Sip sundowners on the terrace or refresh yourself
in the swimming pool overlooking the bay. |
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Pescador
Hotel, Vilanculos, Inhambane (Prov), Bazaruto Region
Overlooking the bay and
the Islands of The Bazaruto Archipelago the newly opened Pescador Hotel
offers exclusive accommodation and fine dining in the vibrant coastal town
of Vilankulo. Catering perfectly to the business traveller and holiday
makers alike this upmarket retreat is set in secure, private gardens on
the seafront providing easy access to local amenities including banks and
shops. Situated only a couple of kilometres from both the International
Airport and the harbour make transfers to the Islands simple, be it for
a day trip or an extended stay. The dining and relaxation area is extensive
- rich colours blend with dark wood and Persian carpets to give a subtle
Eastern flavour. |
INHAMBANE
TROPICS ACCOMMODATION, MOZAMBIQUE
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Caju
Afrique, Inharime, Cabo Mangorro, Inhambane
Along the water's edge of
the magnificent Rio Inharime river lies an unmissable holiday getaway,
Caju'Afrique. A tranquil getaway, a place of relaxation, fun, and most
of all beauty with private white beaches and a medetterannean like crystal
blue salt water lake. The water is ideal for Swimming. Paddling &
canoeing, fly-fishing and boat fishing. Each lodge has its own private
jetty, canoes/kayaks and lifejackets. If you wish to take in a quiet
atmosphere and simply relax or if you'd like to explore the beautiful surroundings,
then Caju'Afrique is the choice for your next Mozambique trip.
Lodges have ample mosquito netting and overhead fans. This large
saltwater system comprising Lake Polela +- 30kms across with a 70km tail
- Rio Inharime. At your disposal is white sea sand base, beaches and tropical
flora. |
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Montanha
Lodge, Lodge, Inhambane
Montanha Lodge is positioned
atop the tall dunes which line the turquoise patterned waters of the warm
Indian Ocean in the trendy Mozambique resort destination of Barra which
is situated in Inhambane, Mozambique. The district boasts one of
the largest plantations of palm trees worldwide and this vegetation combined
with the endless pristine beaches, soft sea breezes and sparkling clear
ocean give this stretch of the peninsula a rare taste of that balmy island
fever. Originally named Terra de Boa Gente or ‘Land of the Gentle
People’ by Vasco da Gama in the late 1400’s, the sheltered, scenic bay
of Inhambane is one of the oldest settlements on the East Coast and was,
in its heyday, a significant port. |
MAPUTO
REGION ACCOMMODATION, MOZAMBIQUE
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Esperanca
do Mar, Self-Catering/Camping, Macaneta, Maputo Region
Come and visit Esperanca
do Mar "Home at Sea" in Mozambique for a relaxing holiday. We are
situated at Macaneta, 30km North of Maputo, crossing the Komati River with
a ferry, following a 6.5km dirt road and then about 1.5km of sandy road,
requiring a 4x4 vehicle or at least a 4x2 bakkie with diff lock to reach
our premises. A definite relaxed and unspoilt vacation on a non crowded
beach, stretching for 80km to Bilene in the North. Pristine tranquil bush
surroundings, ideal for birdwatchers and those needing to recharge in quite/calm
surroundings. Excellent deep-sea fishing for those fishermen looking to
hook and hopefully land the "big one"! Our shaded campsites are only
300m from the beach with power points, lighting, braais and ablution facilities,
with hot water. |
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Manico
Camp, Selfcatering Chalets, Tents & Camping sites, Inhaca Island, Maputo
Region
Manico Camp is situated
on Inhaca Island, Mozambique surrounded by clear blue waters and coral
reefs which make Inhaca a popular diving, snorkeling and fishing destination.
We have one bedroom log cabins, bush cabins, a tent camp, camping sites
with power points and ablutions facilities with hot and cold water. We
have a fully fitted kitchen with ample freezing facilities. We are in close
proximity to a variety of restaurants and pubs that serves excellent seafood
dishes. Several recreation activities available such as deepsea fishing,
fly fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking trails and daily trips to
Portuguese Island. |
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Sundown
Guest House, Bed & Breakfast, Maputo
Situated in the centraly
located up-market residential area of Sommerschield in Maputo, Sundown
Guest House is a perfect place to relax and recharge whether on business
or leisure. Entering Sundown Guest House gives you a warm feeling of coming
home. Our rooms offer what one would expect of a bedroom in one's own home
plus they all come with an en-suite bathroom. A 'Sundowner' drink
from the honor bar can be enjoyed in the comfort of the Guest House's intimate
lounge area, or if you so prefer, in your own room. And before heading
off in the morning, for that all day meeting or to explore Maputo, one
can sit down to enjoy our delicious complimentary buffet breakfast... |
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Villa
n' Banga, Self-Catering, Bilene, Maputo Region
A barefoot paradise, where
the only requirement is total relaxation, an environment uniquely preserved
a place where the only intruders are the birds. Where peace and tranquillity
are a given, where sundowners can be enjoyed everyday while watching a
majestic sunset, a place where time is measured by the setting sun. Where
the beach is engraved by your foot prints. The tranquillity is enhanced
by the sound of the waves lapping on the beach and the evening stars can
be viewed in all their glory, a true African Paradise. Paradise has no
tarred roads - 4x4 required. We are a self Catering guesthouse which
can accommodate a total of 16 people There is the Main House which can
accommodate 8 people, and our Tented Camp which has four 2 sleeper tents
with en-suite bathrooms with hot water. |
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