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| 5 Day Quirimbas Dive Safari, Mozambique |
Discover the remote Quirimbas Archipelago, Africa’s greatest secret. A wild-untouched destination! Be the first to discover this awesome area. Inclusive of 5 star lodge, meals, dives & local air fares
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Day 1: Johannesburg to Pemba (Quirimbas Archipelago)
On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport (O.R. Tambo International) you will be met by our representative, who will assist you while you book on to your 3 hour connecting flight to Pemba on the warm tropical coast of Northern Mozambique.
Pemba Bay is the third largest bay in the world and home to a number of breathtaking attractions including the beautifully untouched Quirimbas Archipelago, consisting of 37 islands. The scenery is breathtakingly rustic and gives you a feeling of being lost in a place forgotten by time where traditional palm leafed houses are nestled in between thick stands of baobabs that slowly meander to the emerald blue seas, while the coastline is dotted by hundreds of dhow sailing boats, remnants of a bygone era influenced by Arabic settlers.
The Pemba coastline is fast becoming one of Mozambique’s premier tourist destinations, with many undiscovered areas now opening up to the intrepid diver who dares to explore. There are 37 diveable Islands, some of which have not been fully explored. The waters are abundant with an extensive variety of hard and soft coral, a vast array of marine plants, countless different types of crustacean, a legion of fish species, great variety of marine invertebrates, 4 species of dolphin and 4 species marine turtles, while it is also not unusual to spot the rare Sunfish (known as “Moonfish” in Europe). Humpback whales are regularly sighted between August and October and Whale Sharks become extremely common between April and July. The water temperature is 30°C in summer and 26°C during winter, with visibility never below 12 metres, giving you an awesome all year round diving experience.
On arrival in Pemba, you will be met your Lodge representative, who will escort you to your Lodge, a stones throw from the edge of the Indian Ocean.
Check in, relax and enjoy.
Day 2, 3, 4: Pemba Beach Hotel, Pemba Coast (Quirimbas Archipelago)
Pemba Beach Hotel and Spa (3 Star) is the gateway to the romantic Quirimbas Archipelago on the northern coastline of Mozambique. It is a world-class destination where Swahili East Africa meets Arabia in a sweeping compilation of Arabian-inspired buildings, colonnades, turrets and archways. The Hotel, offers 102 rooms all with sea views and individual balconies, providing a truly sumptuous rendition of Mozambique east coast living. The Indian Ocean glitters beyond manicured lawns, whilst inside your room you are cosseted in a haven of rich furnishings, Persian rugs and marble-clad bathrooms.
The northern Mozambican coastline around Pemba boasts an astounding diversity of marine species, with Moray Eels, Stingrays, Barracuda, Kingfish and other pelagic game fish to be seen whilst diving here in Quirimba tropical waters that hover between 26 and 30 degrees. Dolphins are frequently encountered, and Leatherback, Loggerhead and Green turtles are often seen in the water, whilst humpback whales can be sighted offshore between August and October. At least 11 dive sites are accessible from Pemba, six of which are situated no more than a 20-minute boat ride away. Pemba Beach Hotel and Spa offers a range of diving courses, such as Discover Scuba, Open Water and Advanced Open Water. Our experienced diving instructor co-ordinates the diving courses and plans every diving trip, taking care of all the details. We use PADI Instructors and Dive Masters as a minimum standard and do not conduct technical or deep-water dives that warrant a chamber.
A wide range of activities enable guests to delight in the Mozambique ocean environment off Pemba and our modern Activities Centre, situated at Clube Naval, provides all the water sport equipment you may need. The Hotel offers windsurfing, water skiing, wake and knee boarding, as well as sailing (Hobie Cat, Laser or Gypsy Sailing Dinghy) from the nearby marina. Guided and unguided snorkelling is available, with up-to-date equipment supplied by the Activities Centre. The Hotel can also provide a range of kayaks for guests to enjoy self-guided kayaking excursions around the Pemba marina or across the bay to Wimbe Beach. After an activity-filled day, sunset cruises along the stunning Quirimba coast and around Pemba Bay provide the ultimate form of relaxation.
At night, you will enjoy the Mozambique tropical heat as you drift from the Niassa Bar, with its wildlife trophies evoking past hunting days, to the Quirimbas Restaurant where leading chefs sculpt a blend of international and local cuisine, with local Mozambique seafood in abundance.
Day 5: Pemba Beach Hotel, Pemba Coast / Johannesburg, South Africa
All dreams have to come to an end, and unfortunately, this is your final morning. After breakfast and some last minute sightseeing, you will be escorted back to Pemba.
You will then have time to do some final curio shopping in the local markets, where we are sure you will pick up a few fantastic bargains.
You then board your onward flight to Johannesburg International Airport (O.R. Tambo International).
(Tour Ends: 17:00)
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Itinerary Highlights
Pemba Beach Hotel, Pemba Coast (Quirimbas Archipelago)
• 4 nights, 3 Star boutique hotel accommodation, at Pemba Beach Hotel on the Pemba Coast, with en-suite facilities
• Daily Diving Excursions with professional dive master
• Wide variety of complimentary activities including Wind Surfing, Kayaking, Kite-Flying and Catamaran Sailing
• Several optional activities: Snorkelling, Sunset Dhow Trips, Cultural Tours, jet ski’s and skiing
What Is Included:
• 3 star luxury accommodation, with en-suite facilities
• Local Flights from Johannesburg to your Lodge
• All air, boat and ground transfers
• Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Scheduled Dive excursions daily (except on days of arrival and departure)
What Is Not Included:
• Long Haul International Flights
• PADI Dive Course or Dive Refresher Courses
• Optional Activities and Excursions
• Drinks & refreshments
• Tips for porters and restaurants
• Telephone calls, laundry & other incidental personal expenditure
• All Nature Reserve fees where applicable
• Visa fees, where these apply
• Airport departure taxes, where these apply
Important Notice
• All activities are subject to prevailing weather conditions
• We are able to organize PADI Certified Beginner Diving Courses and Refresher Diving Courses on requests
• All guests will have to provide Proof of their Diving Qualifications and complete a Medical Assessment in order to take part in the diving excursions.
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