Benguerra Lodge, Mozambique

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Benguerra Lodge is one of the most sought after African island destination for the discerning international traveller. It is situated on the tropical Benguerra Island along the historical Moçambique channel. Benguerra Lodge is small and intimate and offers genuine hospitality, personalised service and an intimate knowledge of the natural environment. It has a rich East African/Arabic feel – evinced in both the décor, and the unique and delectable food. The rooms all merge naturally into the surrounding forest and are only moments from the gorgeous silver-white beach of Benguerra Bay. Benguerra is passionate about conservation and dedicated to the involvement of the local community in conserving this idyllic corner of the world. This is barefoot luxury at its very best!

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Benguerra Island is famous for its unspoiled white beaches, remarkable dive sites and excellent fishing (subject to a strict 'catch & release' policy).
Some of the best scuba diving and snorkeling in the world is available off Benguerra’s shores with the surrounding coral reefs rich in sea life.
The archipelago is one of the last remaining habitats of the endangered Dugong. A pale, voluptuous sea mammal fabled to have made bygone mariners believe in mermaids.

Accommodation:

3 different types, the Cabanas (2), the Casitas (10) and the Villa (1). The Cabanas are luxury en suite rooms with a beautiful view, a private wooden deck and a jacuzzi / plunge pool. They are 5 metres from the beach. The Casitas are spacious and luxurious rooms which are very private. They include a lounge area, private wooden deck and plunge pool. They have direct beach access from the deck. The exclusive Villa has 2 double en suite bedrooms, a private lounge and dining room and a personal chef. It also has a private pool, sun deck and garden and is 10 metres from the beach.

Activities:

Scuba diving, snorkelling, saltwater fly fishing, deep-sea fishing, landrover trips / island tours, dhow cruising, sea kayaking, day trips on Stiletto, the 38ft catamaran, castaway picnics, bird watching, walking and star gazing.

Facilities:

large reception area,
gift shop,
lounge,
bar,
dining room,
library,
swimming pool and small Spa.

Meal Basis:

Fully Inclusive accommodation including all meals, beverages (excl. Selected spirits and wines), laundry, Medical Rescue Insurance, snorkelling, sea kayaking, dhow cruises, castaway and Landrover picnics,birdwatching, Landrover Island Tours and Village visits.

Child Policy:

Children are accepted from age 8 years and above.

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Client Comments

Exceeded our expectations. Level of service in both countries was excellent and the unspoilt environment was a real treat. The bush bath in Marlin Lodge was really great and the accommodation was fantastic.

Fergal Coultry and Ann Brodench Mozambique and Zambia April 2008

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Location

2 hour flight from Johannesburg to Vilanculos followed by an 8 minute flight to Benguerra Island. The Lodge is 20 minutes drive from the airstrip. (Twice weekly there is also a direct flight from the Kruger Mpumalanga Airport to Vilanculos).