Bazaruto Lodge

Bazaruto Island, Mozambique

Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is the ideal getaway - A true African Island dream destination. Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is situated in the largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 800 km to the north of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique.

Bazaruto Island Lodge on Bazaruto Island

The Bazaruto archipelago comprises Bazaruto, Benguerra and Margaruque Islands, as well as the smaller Island Santa Carolina, (previously known as Paradise Island). The archipelago, declared a National Park in 2000, sustains a diverse range of fauna and flora including forest, savannah and wetland ecosystems.

Pestana Bazaruto Island Lodge in the Bazaruto Archipelago Mozambique

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 Bazaruto 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 the island 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 Bazaruto 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. The Bazaruto archipelago is deservedly known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean".

Bazaruto Lodge Accommodation

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

Bazaruto Lodge Rooms have Twin or Queen Beds. The Bazaruto rooms, designed in bright tones and textures, seamlessly blend local Island influence with a stylish, yet natural ambience. Thatched roof and earth colour with Island look furniture.

Bazaruto Lodge Superior rooms have King or Queen Beds. The Bazaruto Superior rooms, designed in bright tones and textures, seamlessly blend local Island influence with a stylish, yet natural ambience. Thatched roof and earth colour with Island look furniture. An outdoor porch with wood furniture and direct access to beach.

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Activities at Bazaruto Lodge

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Shore, fly and offshore fishing
  • Marlin fishing
  • Island hopping trips
  • Picnics
  • Sunset trips by Land Rover, boat or local Dhow
  • Bird watching
  • Water-ski
  • Wake boarding
  • Wake snake
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Games room: pool table, table tennis and soccer game
  • Board games available at reception
  • DVD and Video room
  • DSTV
  • Business Centre: Computers, laptop connection and Internet access
  • Library
  • Curio Shop
  • Free Shuttle each day to Dolphin Bay (times are available on the notice board, and vary dependant on tides)
  • Baby-sitter available on request (24 hrs notice)