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A very beautiful part of the world.
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Sea level drops considerably so a fair walk or trip out to reach the sea each day
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I love it!!!
UncleLes Says: If you take your own boat I recommend hiring a local that knows about the area, where the great spots are and know where to go and how to get back cause it really cann get confusing if you are a first timer... It cost us about R100 or about $15... for a whole day....not to...
See how they cook on a timber boat!!!
K.Knight Says: When we first boarded our dhow Anne asked me if the crew cooked in the timber box that was located in the middle of our timber boat. Don't be silly I said "the boat would burn to the water line!" Well I was wrong! They do place coal in the box and they do cook in it and I...
K.Knight Says: You will require a captain for your dhow, although in Africa the captain is not always the boss! Our dhow had a "driver", a cook, a "packer" and "unpacker" as well as a guy who interpreted for us and who also seemed to be the boss of the other three! They all did their part...
Take in the sunset.....From the bar!!
K.Knight Says: This relaxing and idyllic destination on the coast of Mozambique is a perfect location to take in some beautiful sunsets. This proved even more relaxing as this sunset can be comfortably observed from the bar while sipping on an ice cold beer!
K.Knight Says: While on your dhow safari, there are plenty of opportunities to stop and snorkel. On the second day of our 3 day safari we were taken to a reef where we were given the opportunity to snorkel in deeper water. It was an enjoyable experience and I did not see one person get out...
K.Knight Says: It is a very pleasent experince to sail around the islands just taking in all the peace and quiet and the stunning scenery. Other tourists are few and far between, however you may run into another dhow tucked away in a secluded part of this magnificent...
Airport restuarant: great CrAb...!!!
UncleLes Says: We were recommended the crab from the airport and we returned several times... order 2 or 3 cuase its small... not very upmarket... much like a cafe... delicious... The Crab in its shell!!!!!!!!
UncleLes Says: The food is generally good... But the crab starter is TO DIE FOR!!!! And the spring rolls were great too... I guarantee that you WILL CRAVE for more!!!! But I dont recommend the steaks as we ordered them Well done and they came bloody so we sent them back and it was returned...
The camp kitchen.: Seafood to die for!
K.Knight Says: As part of our Kumuka overland safari of Mozambique, we were taken on a dhow safari. All meals were also included in this safari, which was cooked by the crew of our dhow. After sitting in the bar, drinking ice cold beer and watching the sun set, we were taken to our own...
littlebush Says: There is no nightlife, just a few casual beers at the bar on Benguerua at Gabrielles. If the generators off then itll be warm beer too! Usually an early night!
Acirfa Says: Please be aware that the flights to and from Bazaruto really are by light aircraft and therefor the luggage weight restriction is imposed quite strictly. I believe it is possible to leave belongings in hotels from where you may have come from, an enquiry might be...
littlebush Says: The dhow safari at $50/day will pick you up from Vilanculos and from there take you where ever you want to go on the islands. You will have a captain and a cook. The cook will cook 3 meals a day and they will take you out to the other islands and to the reefs for...
UncleLes Says: If you are driving and they see you they will probably pull you over...They are big on bribes and if you havent done anything wrong they will look for a problem whether inside or outside of your vehicle and if the cant find anything then they are still going to ask you for a...
littlebush Says: The dhows are not that big so dont take your whole backpack, leave this on the mainland, just take the essentials or youre few days.
K.Knight Says: While sailing around the archipeligo on our dhow we visited several islands for a refreshing swim, snorkeling or simply to walk along the beach. One particular island is simply made up of huge sand dunes which we walked up to get spectacular views of the entire area.
Acirfa Says: Pelican Airways require you to use soft luggage with a maximum of 20kg inside.They are strict on this as they use light aircraft.
Acirfa Says: As usual 6 months validit is required on your passport on the day of leaving mozambique. British passport holders do need a visa for Mozambique.
Acirfa Says: The official language of Mozambique is Portuguese, however, at the lodges, English is spoken.
Acirfa Says: The dry season is from April to OctoberNovember to march the temperature rises and becomes more humidFebraury to march are the rainiest monthsGenerally a warm and tropical climate
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There is no nightlife, just a few casual beers at the bar on Benguerua at Gabrielles. If the generators off then itll be warm beer too! Usually an early night!
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THE MAGNIFICENT BAZARUTO ARCHIPELAGO.
Anne and I traveled on a Kumuka overland truck with this likely lot..... Back row left to right... Nina, Bev, Jenny, Carolyn, Tam, Gemma, Anne and Sue. Front row left to right...Mareeka, Leanne,...
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We flew from Kruger airport into Vilanculous, a wonderfully basic airport where arrangements are made almost at time of arrival, for transfers to the islands in a light aircraft....an even lighter one...
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The Bazaruto Islands lay 2 hours by dhow off the coast of Vilanculos. There are 5 islands in total, I visited 3 of them - Benguerua, Bazaruto, Magaruque. Bazaruto is by far the largest and the most......
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Vilanculos of heaven and wonderful things...
Vilanculos....Well I have been there several times now and generally stay with a friends family... they have great knowledge of the area as well have a fluent english speaking local to help us out......
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