Vilanculos - Safari and Beach Holidays

The coastal town of Vilanculos lies on the Mozambique coast almost a thousand miles north of Maputo. With an international airport receiving daily flights from Johannesburg and the Kruger national park, Vilanculos is the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago. However, many people do not realise that Vilanculos also has a string of excellent beaches to its north and south.

The town has good restaurants and a great market, and there are several lodges in the surrounding area. The mix of western and local culture gives Vilanculos a vibrant and laid back holiday atmosphere and, with the Bazaruto Islands protecting the coastline from the big ocean swell, conditions are excellent for watersports and diving.

Casa Rex - With a prime location on the southern section of Vilanculos Bay, this upmarket lodge has 12 en-suite rooms. The rooms are individually decorated and have commanding views of the bay - where a full range of watersports are offered. More…

Vilanculous Beach Lodge - Vilanculos Beach Lodge is a popular beach lodge on the mainland Mozambique coast at Vilanculos. The Lodge has been completely renovated and refurbished after... read more...

Pambele is an exclusive rental retreat on the white sand shores of southern Mozambique. A much-loved home, surrounded by nothing more than the raw natural beauty of the African bush. You will soon slip into the easy, foot-in-the-sand pace, treated by our staff as if you were our friends. More...

Nyati Beach Lodge - Nyati Beach Lodge is situated in a virgin nature reserve and its position, perched on top of high sand dunes, offers stunning views of the lagoon and the sea. More...

* Alistair was in Vilanculos in March 2008.