There is Malaria in Moçambique – so it is recommended that precautions be taken.
No other vaccinations or inoculations are required. |
Visas are required for all passport holders, except South Africans. These are available on arrival in Vilanculos. Cost is US$25 per person.
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All guests should carry comprehensive travel insurance, which includes Trip Cancellation cover. We need to charge cancellation fees as per our stated policy. |
ZAR and US$ are accepted in Moçambique
For US$ - no $1 bills or old bills (with small heads)
At the Lodge we accept all major currencies and Visa & Mastercard. No Amex, Diners Club or Traveller’s Cheques. |
These are payable in Vilanculos in US$ or ZAR:
$3.00 Border Tax – on Arrival
$8.00 Domestic Air Tax – on Arrival
$20.00 International Departure Tax – on Departure |
Tipping is by no means compulsory, but if guests do want to tip for good service received at the Lodge the staff are always appreciative. As a guideline we recommend 10% of your extras bills. |
Voltage: AC 220 V (round 3 pin plugs)
Laundry: Complimentary daily service
Medical: 1st Aid trained staff. Emergency Evacuation cover.
Communications: Phone, fax & email
Water: Bottled water is available, although the tap water is safe. |
Please note there is a 20kg per person limit for baggage on Pelican Air. |
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Bungalow’s (2)
- - 2 x Twin Bungalow’s
- - Basic accommodation, open, airy chalets with roll down blinds – no windows or doors.
- - No deck area.
- - East African/Arabic styling
- - Merged into natural forest, with sea views
- - Mosquito nets and overhead fans.
- - En-suite bathrooms with showers.
Cabana’s (2)
- - 2 x Double Cabana’s.
- - Luxury room with beautiful sea views, private wooden deck and plunge pool
- - Overhead fan and mosquito net.
- - En-suite bathroom with bath and shower (toilet separate).
- - Outdoor shower with beautiful mosaic inlays.
- - Mini bar and Tea & Coffee facilities.
- - 5 meters from beach
Casita’s (10)
- - 6 Doubles, 4 Twins (Twin beds may be converted into doubles).
- - Spacious, luxurious and very private, with beautiful sea views (80m² under thatch).
- - Comfortable lounge area, tastefully appointed to relax in.
- - 100 m² of private timber deck, with plunge pool and outdoor dining Gazebo for starlit dinners.
- - Plantation shutter windows and doors.
- - Fan and mosquito net.
- - En-suite bathroom with bath & shower. (Toilet separate)
- - Outdoor shower with beautiful mosaic art work.
- - Mini bar and Tea & Coffee facilities
- - Direct beach access from the deck
Exclusive Villa (1)
- - Very exclusive, private Villa
- - 2 double bedrooms
- - En-suite bathrooms with shower & bath.
- - Private lounge/dining room
- - Personal chef to prepare all meals in situ
- - Private pool and sun deck with private garden area.
- - 10 meters from beach
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The Bazaruto Archipelago is a National Park. A donation of US$10 per person is requested: US$6 goes into trust for the Benguerra Community and US$4 goes to the National Park. |
Please inform Reservations of any dietary requirements and/or allergies. The cuisine is comprised mostly of fresh seafood. |
The Main Lodge consists of:
- Large Reception Area
- Gift Shop
- Expansive Lounge and Bar
- Dining Room and Library
- Large wooden decks with indoor and outdoor seating areas
- Swimming Pool
- Small Wellness Centre
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- Passports, Visas, Money, Tickets
- Malaria medication (please consult your doctor)
- Sun hat & Sunglasses
- High factor Sunscreen (the African sun is harsh)
- Light cotton clothing – with a jacket in winter
- Light rain gear for summer (November – April)
- Camera – with lots of film
- Binoculars (for birdwatching & star gazing)
- Insect repellent
- Torch
- For Divers: Log Book and Certification
- Gifts for children at Benguerra’s school: www.benguerra_lodge.co.za/community_help
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Weather is increasingly difficult to predict below is a guideline of what can be expected:
- January: Hot. 28-35°C. Rainy season
- February: Hot. 28-38°C. Rainy season, mostly storms in afternoon.
- March: Cooling down. 25-30°C. Little rain.
- April: Weather settled. 25-30°C. Little rain.
- May: Lovely month, weather settled. 20-28°C. No rain.
- June: Fine weather. 18-27°C. No rain.
- July/August: Winter months, but warm. 15-25°C. No rain.
- September: Warming up again. Nice month. 18-28°C. Rain unlikely.
- October: Getting hot again. 23-30°C. Rains unlikely.
- November: Hot. 22-33°C. Rains could start.
- December: Hot. 23-36°C. Could rain.
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Air Transfers The island is a mere 8 minute flight from Vilanculos (weather dependent). The Lodge is 20 minutes drive from the airstrip.
Boat Transfers Boat transfers take approximately 35 minutes. Please note – you will be required to wade through some water. |
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All Meals & Snacks, all Drinks (excluding selected spirits & wine), all activities (except Fishing, diving and Yacht trips), Daily Laundry service, Local taxes and Medical Rescue Insurance. |
- Scuba Diving
- Saltwater Fly Fishing / Deep-sea Fishing
- Yacht trips to neighbouring islands
- Snorkelling
- Landrover Trips / Island Tours
- Dhow Cruises
- Village Visits
- Sea Kayaking
- Castaway Picnics
- Bird Watching
- Nature Walks
- Star Gazing
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Gorgeous African sunsets, solitude and peace are a reality at Benguerra. Guests can choose to do as little, or as much, as they want… Relax on unspoiled and uncrowded beaches or dive the pristine, uncharted depths. Take a walk through the indigenous forest and enjoy excellent bird watching, or have a castaway picnic on a remote stretch of beach. Spend hours teasing the fish on fly or indulge in a relaxing aromatherapy massage… This is barefoot luxury at its very best. |
Benguerra is passionate about conservation and dedicated to the involvement of the local community in sharing and conserving the spirit of Africa. |
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