A guided tropical beach holiday awaits you, take in the history of Maputo, the luxury of Inhambane and remoteness of Inhaca Island. Group Discounts: 4 or more pay £1585 while 6 or more pay £1355
1 night luxury accommodation, with en-suite facilities Half Day Walking Tour of Maputo Breakfasts and Dinners daily
Inhaca Island Inhaca Lodge
3 nights luxury accommodation, with en-suite facilities Unlimited use of Lodge Windsurf boards, Canoes and Hobbie Cats Complimentary Daily Snorkeling & Water skiing Several Optional Activities including: Scuba Diving, Ocean Safaris, Horse Riding, Kayaking and Cultural Tours Breakfasts and Dinners daily
Inhambane Flamingo Bay Water Lodge
5 nights luxury accommodation, with en-suite facilities All Non-motorised water sports Dhow sunset cruise Several Optional Activities including: Scuba Diving, Ocean Safaris, Snorkeling, Horse Riding, Kayaking and Cultural Tours Breakfasts and Dinners daily
Discount offer: Group of 4 - 6 Guests pay only £ 1,585.00 per person sharing Group of 6 - 8 Guests pay only £ 1,355.00 per person sharing ________________________________________________________________________________________
Day 1: Arrive in Maputo Rovuma Hotel
On arrival in Maputo you will be met by your Mozambique host, who will guide you to your luxury destination.
As you drive to your hotel situated on the beautiful sea front, you will feel the sea air from Maputo Bay fill your lungs, and be entranced by this beautiful and historic City.
Book in and relax in your gorgeous surroundings.
We will spend the afternoon wandering through the city sightseeing. Your guide will provide you with intimate knowledge of Maputo with its incredible history and various cultures. As the sun begins to set in the late afternoon, we will head to the beach to enjoy sundowners before devouring a fabulous seafood meal. Your guide will then escort you to some of the local night clubs where salsa dancing is a rife and more intoxicating than the cocktails themselves.
Day 2: Inhaca Island Inhaca Lodge
The morning will be spent exploring this city of tremendous contrast. Maputo is enchanting with wide acacia lined avenues and tall buildings overlooking Maputo Bay and the Indian Ocean. One of the citys more fascinating features is the remarkable wealth of architecture making it unique amongst Africas cities. We will explore the area on foot, visiting several historical sites, and a number of local craft markets.
After Lunch, your guide will escort you to the Marina, where you will depart by boat to Inhaca Island. Your guide will return to his accommodation, while you enjoy this wonderful location. This small island, lying just 40 km off Maputo and positioned at the entrance to Delagoa Bay. On the fringe of the tropics, it is rich in breathtaking beaches, coral reefs and exotic marine life, offering amazing scuba diving sites and big-game fishing. As it is a National Heritage site, this island is practically uninhabited, leaving long white untouched beaches for you to explore.
Day 3 & 4: Inhaca Island Inhaca Lodge
Your leisurely days will begin with a full buffet breakfast served with freshly baked scones and pastries.
Spend your day lazing in the comfort of your bright and airy chalet. Stroll around the picturesque tropical gardens. Take a leisurely swim in the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean and soak up the glorious African sun. If you're feeling energetic, take advantage of the water sports on offer, or join one of Inhaca Lodge's fascinating tours of the area. Ultimately the choice is yours, you can do as much or as little as you want.
Lunches and dinners are served on the terrace or picnic lunches can be arranged for outings while seafood barbeques are a Chefs favourite.
Day 5: Inhambane Flamingo Bay Lodge
Today, we leave the island and return to Maputo, where you will be met by Mozambique host. Time will be given to do some quick shopping in the local markets before we depart by road to Inhambane, a scenic 5 hour drive.
Inhambane is located 485km north of Maputo on Mozambiques Manta Coast. This area is fast becoming world famous for its spectacular diving, friendly Mozambique people and breathtaking scenery. The diving can compare with some of the best in the world and is still a relatively well-kept secret.
From the awesome sightings of Manta Rays, Whale sharks and Humpback Whales to the sought after Harlequin Shrimp, Frogfish and Sea Horses there is something to please everyone. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean are teeming with life and the reefs are pristine. The species list is endless and the colours of the pristine reefs beyond description, and there is still so much to discover!
The area has two completely different diving environments. There are 16 different reefs out to sea that range in depth from 7 40 metres, and then there is the Barra Lagoon near the mangrove swamps, which has its own unique eco-system. Water temperatures range from 29 degrees Celsius in summer months to 22 degrees Celsius in winter while visibility ranges from 8m to 40m, depending on how much plankton there is in the water. These conditions provide with a fantastic all year round diving experience.
Check into your Lodge, relax and enjoy.
Days 6, 7, 8 & 9: Inhambane Flamingo Bay Lodge
Enjoy lazy days swimming in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, sunbathing on deserted golden beaches and snorkeling off the beach amongst fish of all descriptions.
Flamingo Bay Water Lodge (4 Star) is located in the pristine tidal bay of Inhambane and is situated on stilts overhanging the crystal clear waters of the warm Indian Ocean. The unique lodge is the only one of its kind in Africa, allowing guests to appreciate the peacefulness, elegance and romance of this tropical getaway. Flamingo Bay prides itself in having an undisturbed eco-setting that is peaceful and pristine.The sunsets at Flamingo Bay are nothing less than breathtaking and the warm Indian Ocean offers safe bathing all year round with the endless wide open beaches offering hours of strolling pleasure.
The Activities centre is located directly on the beach metres from ocean. You have unlimited access to all non-motorised water sports, including windsurfing, kite flying, ocean ski paddling and catamaran sailing. Or simply relax and enjoy the warm sunshine under endless blue skies. There are also several optional activities which can be booked through lodge including Snorkeling, Ocean Safari Trips, Horse Riding, Hiking, Catamaran Day Trips, Quad Biking and Cultural Tours.
The Lodge also offers PADI Dive Courses from beginner to advanced, as well as refresher courses for those who havent dived for a while. If you were ever interested this would be the place to start. The Bazaruto Archipelago is one of the best diving areas in the world. The professional lodge Dive-masters will pass on the expertise and advice as they guide you along the pristine reefs. The diving on the Manta Coast of Mozambique is an experience that you will not forget. The untouched reefs, Dolphins, Manta Rays, resident Whalesharks, Seahorses and over 1000 fish species combined with unspoilt tropical setting can only be described as heaven on earth.
Each evening you will enjoy a romantic dinner and understand what it means to be in paradise!
Day 10: Inhambane Flamingo Bay Water Lodge / Maputo Tour Ends
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 Maputo.
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 your next destination.
4 star luxury accommodation, with en-suite facilities All air, boat and ground transfers Complimentary Lodge Actitivities Half Day City Tour of Maputo Breakfast and Dinner Daily
What Is Not Included:
Long Haul International Flights PADI Dive Course or Dive Refresher Courses Optional Activities and Excursions Lunches, 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.
