Vilanculos is a quaint village with a lively atmosphere and friendly people. Basic supplies are available in the shops, there is also a market selling fresh produce, petrol stations and telephones, plus a number of restaurants serving delicious seafood. Vilanculos resorts can offer diving and other water sports both motorised and non-motorised. An increasingly popular activity is sea kayaking. From Vilanculos, one can reach the Bazaruto Archipelago by dhow, seaplane or speedboat. Vilanculos has its own airport. 

Seasons: The best time for a beach holiday is from Apr-Sep, when rainfall is low and temperatures are mild. 

Precautions: Malaria area - minimize mosquito bites by wearing light, long sleeved clothing and using effective insect repellents (containing Diethyltoluamide DEET) on exposed skin. Sleep under treated mosquito netting or ensure that the doors and windows of your accommodation are screened against mosquitoes. Having a fan or air-conditioner on at night will further suppress mosquito activity. Currently, the three effective anti-malaria tablets are Mefloquine (Lariam or Mefliam), Doxycycline and Malarone (Malanil). It is still possible to contract malaria while on malaria prophylaxis. Note that Lariam may present serious side-effects - please test before you depart.