LOCATION
Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is on the largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 800km north of Maputo (the capital of Mozambique). The island - carefully protected as a Nature Reserve Park - is a beautiful and unspoilt destination, characterized by its wild fauna, turquoise sea and idyllic beaches. The Lodge offers a unique combination of beauty, comfort and relaxation that makes it the perfect spot for nature lovers, divers, fisherman and water sport enthusiasts.
TRANSFERS
Flights from Maputo or Johannesburg to Vilanculos are available, followed by daily 20-minute shuttle transfers from Vilanculos to Bazaruto Island. Transfers from the airstrip to the Lodge - an approximate 10-minute drive covering a distance of 1.5km.
ROOMS
Pestana Bazaruto Lodge offers 40 “A-frame” thatched chalets comprising: 14 standard rooms of which one is a family room, 26 superior rooms of which 5 are family rooms, set amongst tropical gardens with magnificent views. Every chalet accommodates double or single occupancy and is equipped with:
- Air conditioning and ceiling fan
- Private bathroom with enclosed outdoor shower
RESTAURANT
The Lodge has one main restaurant, and every evening African drums announce dinner. For lunch, a light meal can be served at the pool, or a picnic prepared for the beach. The restaurant offers an exotic buffet or à la carté menu.
BAR
The Sunset Bar is located next to the swimming pool.
IN-HOUSE LEISURE FACILITIES
- Swimming pool
- Games room
- Curio shop
- Internet facilities at main Lodge
- Lounge
- Library
- Restaurant and pool bar
- Spa facilities
- Laundry service at a charge
KIDS CLUB
The Kids Club is a free facility for parents with children under the age of 8. It is housed in a secure building and offers a range of activities including an enclosed outdoor jungle gym. Colouring-in books with crayons and pencils are also available. An en suite toilet and basin means the kids don’t have to leave the building and can safely play there until collected by their parents. It is supervised on request.
ACTIVITIES CENTRE
Complimentary: non-motorised water sports (canoeing & paddling), and the use of scuba diving and snorkelling
equipment is available for Pestana Bazaruto Lodge guests.
Other activities include:
- Deep sea fishing. Gamefish, Jiiging, Marlin, artificial Lures
- Flyfishing (bring your own tackle)
- Diving - resort course
- Short, medium & long distance diving
- Rock, surf & game fishing
- Sailing trips
- Wake-snake, water-skiing
- Land Rover/boat excursions
- Island hopping
GENERAL INFORMATION
Currency - Meticais, S.A. Rand, U.S. Dollars, Pounds.
Credit Cards - Visa and Mastercard only.
Cheques - Personal, foreign and traveller’s cheques are NOT accepted.
Laundry - The Lodge provides this service at a charge.
Cellphone Networks - Vodacom and Mcell. There are only cell phones available at the Lodge.
Television - There are televisions with 14 designated channels in all the rooms.
Health - Anti-malaria precautions should be commenced prior to arrival in the area. Clients should consult their doctor for specific advice.
Park Laws - The island is carefully protected as a Nature Reserve Park and it is against the law to remove fish, shells, crustaceans, coral or any other form of nature off the island.