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Vilanculos Beach Lodge, Vilanculos, Mozambique
At a Glance...
Style: Relaxed beach lodge
Our opinion: 3 star beach lodge that provides an affordable Indian Ocean experience when combined with a few nights at one of the Bazaruto Archipelago lodges
Accommodation: 24 thatched chalets with en-suite shower and one two bedroom Presidential Suite. Situated in a secure complex with controlled access and positioned on a sand cliff with unsurpassed views of the ocean is a separate villa sleeping a maximum of 14 guests in five en-suite bedrooms
And the kids? All ages welcome
Activities: Optional activities included watersports, scuba, parasailing, and horse or camel rides as well as day trips to one of the islands that make up the Bazaruto Archipelago for snorkeling and diving. Vilanculos is proving to be a popular kite surfing destination, particularly between the months of September and February
Season: Open year round
Highlights: Situated on the best beach in Vilanculos
Located in the small coastal town of Vilanculos, in the subtropical province of Inhambane, Mozambique
Vilanculos Beach Lodge is set on a beautiful strand of beach in Vilanculos, Mozambique, the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago. Twenty four thatched chalets are situated on a ridge affording guests magnificent Indian Ocean views from their bedrooms. Decor is stylish and contemporary, with natural indigenous elements such as thatch and local hardwood sambiri poles lending an African flair. The main lodge building houses the lounge, reception, bar and restaurant and large open passages leadout onto the gardens, again allowing for uninterrupted views of the sea.
The well-kept gardens are an appealing blend of indigenous bush on the slopes around the chalets and rolling green lawns peppered with palm trees surrounding the main lodge building, infinity pool and pool bar. Scattered paved areas amongst the trees offer quiet shaded areas for drinks, dining al fresco or to simply relax.
Children are welcomeand there is a range of activities to delight guests of all ages. The sea is calm and shallow in front of the lodge and is ideal for swimming and paddling - it should be noted the tide can go out about 1km at neap tide and slightly less on normal tides. Non-motorized activities include sea kayaks, paddle skis, soccer and beach volleyball. The Lodge has a small fleet of boats for private charter and guests may also engage in various watersports, parasailing and horse or camel rides. Vilanculos is proving to be a popular kite surfing destination, particularly between the months of September and February.
Vilanculos Beach Lodge is easily accessible - only five miles from an international airport with flights departing to and from Johannesburg and Maputo on a daily basis.
