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Beira - Bilene - Chidenguele - Ilha de Moçambique - Inhambane - Maputo - Matola - Miramar - Nampula
Pemba - Ponta do Ouro - Ponta Malongane - Praia do Tofo - Vila Praia Do Bilene - Vilanculos
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Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique
Mozambique; where the sunny skies are aqua blue

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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.

Mozambique beach

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.

Mozambique

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

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.
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

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.
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

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. 
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.
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...
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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