Highlights
- Diving and snorkelling
- Fishing
- Island hopping
- Sunset trips by Land Rover, boat or local Dhow
- Bird watching
- Beach picnics
- Romantic beach dinners
- Warm ocean water
Information
- Lodge type; Lodge
- Location; Bazaruto Archipelago
- Lodge size; 40 bungalows
- Recommended stay; 3-7 nights
Bazaruto archipelago comprises Bazaruto, Benguerra and Magaruque Islands, as well as the smaller Island Santa Carolina, (previously known as Paradise Island). The archipelago, declared a National Park in 2000, sustains a diverse range of fauna and flora including forest, savannah and wetland ecosystems.
Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is situated in the largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 800 km to the north of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique.
The island of Bazaruto is undoubtedly a beautiful and unexplored destination, characterized by its wildlife, turquoise waters and idyllic beaches. Bazaruto Island is 35 Km in length and 7 km across at the widest point, and is a little piece of paradise!
Part of the island is composed of enormous sand dunes, while the remainder of the island is thicket, grassland, scrub and wetland. Thick forests of casuarinas, coconut palms and cashew nut trees grow on its shores. Marine species include dolphins, dugongs, humpback whales, marine turtles and the freshwater lakes in the area are home to crocodiles. The impressive beauty of the coral reefs complements this subtropical ecosystem, enriched by the abundance and rare beauty of the tropical fish, clear water and excellent surf, plus rock and fly-fishing. The archipelago is deservedly known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean".
Rooms and Suites
This Pestana Bazaruto Lodge has 40 A-frame thatched bungalows, charmingly decorated ethnic island style and set amongst tropical gardens, with breathtaking views of the ocean and gardens.
Standard bungalows; Twin or Queen Beds. The Rooms, designed in bright tones and textures, seamlessly blend local Island influence with a stylish, yet natural ambience. Thatched roof and earth colour with Island look furniture.
Superior bungalows; King or Queen Beds. The Rooms, designed in bright tones and textures, seamlessly blend local Island influence with a stylish, yet natural ambience. Thatched roof and earth colour with Island look furniture. An outdoor porch with wood furniture and direct access to the beach.
Cuisine and Wine
The Flamingo Restaurant is the only restaurant at the Lodge which dinner is announced every night by the sound of African drums.
It is situated in the main building and has a capacity of approximately 80 persons. Mozambican and International food is served both "à la Carte" and as a Buffet. The specialities are fish, seafood and grills.
Facilities
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Games room: pool table, table tennis and soccer game
- Board games available at reception
- DVD and Video room
- DSTV
- Business Centre: Computers, laptop connection and Internet access
- Library
- Kids Club
- Curio Shop
- Free Shuttle per day to Dolphin Bay (times are available on the notice board, and vary dependant on tides)
- Baby-sitter available on request (24 hrs notice)
Activities
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Shore fly fishing and offshore fishing
- Marlin fishing
- Island hopping trips
- Picnics
- Sunset trips by Land Rover, boat or local Dhow
- Bird watching
- Water-ski
- Wake boarding
- Wake snake
Rates on Request
Rates form part of Mozambique Safari itinerary
Per person per night sharing
Rates are in US Dollar
*Rates may vary according to season
- Accommodation
- Meals
- All flights
- Visa's
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
- Medical and travel insurance
- Lunch and dinner
- Spa Treatments
- All drinks
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