Pestana Bazaruto Lodge

Bazaruto Lodge is situated in the largest Island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, located approximately 600 Km north of Maputo (the capital of Mozambique). The island is a beautiful and un-spoilt destination, characterized by its wild fauna, turquoise seawater and idyllic beaches and is carefully protected as a Nature Reserve Park. The Resort offers a unique combination of beauty, security and relaxation that make it the perfect spot for nature lovers as well as divers and sea sports enthusiasts, especially fishing. The island of Bazaruto is undoubtedly a beautiful and unexplored destination, characterised by its wildlife, turquoise waters and idyllic beaches.

Bazaruto Island is 35 Km in length and 7 km across at the widest point, and is a little piece of paradise! Part of the island is composed of enormous sand dunes, while the remainder of the island is thicket, grassland, scrub and wetland. Thick forests of casuarinas, coconut palms and cashew nut trees grow on its shores. Marine species include dolphins, dugongs, humpback whales, marine turtles and the freshwater lakes in the area are home to crocodiles.

The impressive beauty of the coral reefs complements this subtropical ecosystem, enriched by the abundance and rare beauty of the tropical fish, clear water and excellent surf, plus rock and fly-fishing. Pestana Bazaruto Lodge has 40 A-frame thatched bungalows, charmingly decorated ethnic island style and set amongst tropical gardens, with breathtaking views of the ocean or gardens.

All the rooms are equipped with:

• Air Conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Mosquito nets over the bed
• Safe Deposit Box
• Voltage 220V
• Tea & Coffee making facilities
• Laundry Service
• En-Suite bathroom with bath and complimentary toiletries
• Private open air shower
• Outdoor porch with wood furniture

Impact African Safaris grading:
4* (moderate)

Access to the lodge:
By flight to Vilanculos, and by light aircraft to Bazaruto Lodge's airstrip.