|  | Tropical Ilha de Benguerra, part of the Bazaruto National Park - an island paradise situated within the renowned Bazaruto Archipelago - and perfect for the ultimate Mozambique beach holiday.
- Snorkelling
- Beach walks
- Scuba diving
- Water sports
- Freshwater lakes
| Benguerra Island embraces a wide variety of ecosystems within its 55sq. km. extent. The Indian Ocean surrounding the island, comprises pelagic waters and play host to a multitude of game fish while the coral reefs remain pristine and home to a wealth of living organisms. The marine eco-system is enhanced by tidal flats and marine grass meadows. This too is one of the last refuges of the dugong communities.
Inland, one will come across mangrove communities, freshwater lakes, swamp forests and vegetated sand dunes, which are in turn replaced by evergreen forest savannah and grasslands. The freshwater lakes, one of the surviving clues of the island's ancient mainland past, still play home to resident freshwater crocodiles.
It is one of the Lodge's objectives and that of the Bazaruto National Park, as well as all interested parties, that this diverse environment should be maintained for future as well as present generations to enjoy. The treasure chest of bird and fish life in particular is there to be respected and opened by all.
Benguerra Lodge exudes an East-African-cum- Arabic decor in line with the ancient tradition of the Archipelago, once the playground of the Queen of Sheba and the trading route of old Arabia. While it is an island lodge, care has been taken to maintain the feeling that one is nevertheless embarking upon an African marine safari. At night one may experience the wonderful whisper of a gentle sea breeze brushing the cheek or the squeak of clean sand as one walks along the half-moon beach of Benguerra Bay on a full-moon night. |
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| Facilities
The main lodge building comprising reception offices, lounge, dining room and patio area is flanked by eleven comfortable thatched chalets. On the large patio, guests can enjoy a cocktail and sit back after the day's events. | Accommodation
7 double bedded rooms and 4 twin bed rooms en-suite bathroom and shower
The chalets merge within the surrounding indigenous Acacia and Natal Mahogany forest. However, each chalet is no more than 20 meters from the beach and each has a veranda/balcony looking out to sea. Chalets are very open and airy, with no doors or windows - there are large, heavy blinds that cover the windows at night, and whenever guests want extra privacy. The Lodge is very safe with no dangerous wildlife and there safes in all the rooms (so no need to worry about your valuables).
The Villa at Benguerra Lodge
This exclusive, private Villa is ideal for honeymoon couples and family special occasions. Set away from the rest of the complex, guests enjoy total privacy. A personal chef is available to prepare all meals. However guests may have any meal at the Lodge should they wish to.
The Villa is decorated in East African style and consists of two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, intimate lounge and dining area with hand carved mahogany table. Outside on the wooden deck is a Jacuzzi/plunge pool for relaxation. | Family
Children 7-11 years pay half of the adult rate and 3-6 pay only a fourth. Children below the age of 3 stay free of charge. | Rate includes
- 3 Meals per day
- All Drinks (excluding selected spirits and wines)
- Wind Watersports (windsurfer, hobiecat, kayak)
- Daily Laundry Service
- Medical Rescue Insurance
- Local taxes | Access
Scheduled Flights
- From Johannesburg International Airport it is a 2 hour flight to Vilanculos
- Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA), an hour and 45 minutes.
- It is also possible to fly via Maputo
Transfers
- Transfers are made to the island from Vilanculos which may consist of a short boat ride or by air to the airstrip on the island. |
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