Islands of the Quirimbas Archipelago

Ibo Island Lodge Photo Gallery

Ibo Island Lodge encompasses three magnificent mansions each over one hundred years old with walls over a metre thick and lofty high ceilings. All Ibo island lodge bedrooms are individually designed and unique, with many opening onto private verandas, decked with hand crafted furniture and soft cushions. Ibo lodge has restaurant, shop and swimming pool in the garden.

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Price Guide (2008):
Prices include Full Board

Up to 6 January 2009:
Double Room (sleeps 2):
US$286 per person sharing
Single Room (sleeps 1): $385 per night

Ibo Island Reservations: ibo_island@mozbookings.com

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Medjumbe Lodge Photo Gallery

Located on the remote Medjumbe Island - one of the many islands making up the Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique - Medjumbe Island Resort is an intimate island resort, the ideal Mozambique island getaway for those who wish to experience exclusivity and privacy on a remote tropical island. Medjumbe Resort accommodation consists of a total of 13 thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms fitted with indoor shower and separate bath as well as a private outdoor shower.

All chalets are beautifully furnished and are equipped with air conditioning, outdoor hammock, ceiling fans, fully mosquito screened, hair dryer, mini bar, personal electronic safe, satellite TV and the convenience of tea/coffee making facilities.

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Price Guide (2009):

7 Nights including flights from Johannesburg to Medjumbe Island from: US$ 3,110 per person sharing

Price includes: Return flights from Johannesburg to Pemba, return flights from Pemba to the lodge, flight, airport and departure taxes, 7 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottles Water, Soft Drinks, House-brand wine beer and spirits, Tea and Coffee, Laundry, Non-motorized water-sports and equipment, Marine Reserve Fee and Medical emergency evacuation.

Please enquire for different length package offers throughout the year.

Medjumbe Island Reservations: medjumbe_island@mozbookings.com

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Matemo Island Resort Photo Gallery

Situated in the magnificent Quirimbas Archipelago off the coast of Northern Mozambique, the remote Island of Matemo offers idyllic Mozambique island accommodation.

Matemo Resort accommodation consists of a total of 24 thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms fitted with indoor shower and separate bath as well as a private outdoor shower.

All chalets are beautifully furnished and are equipped with air conditioning, outdoor hammock, ceiling fans, fully mosquito screened, hair dryer, mini bar, personal electronic safe, satellite TV and the convenience of tea/coffee making facilities.

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Price Guide (2009):

7 Nights including flights from Johannesburg to Medjumbe Island from: US$ 2765 per person sharing

Price includes: Return flights from Johannesburg to Pemba, return flights from Pemba to the lodge, flight, airport and departure taxes, 7 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottles Water, Soft Drinks, House-brand wine beer and spirits, Tea and Coffee, Laundry, Non-motorized water-sports and equipment, Marine Reserve Fee and Medical emergency evacuation.

Please enquire for different length package offers throughout the year.

Matemo Island Reservations: matemo_island@mozbookings.com

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Quilalea Island Resort Photo Gallery

Quilalea is an idyllic Mozambique island resort nestling in a forgotten corner of Mozambique's Quirimbas Archipelago in the tropical Indian Ocean. Completely uninhabited, this Indian Ocean island offers complete exclusivity and unparalleled natural beauty. Nine private villas each offer magnificent sea views, providing a malaria-free haven of luxury island accommodation. Surrounded by the sparkling, azure waters of the warm Indian Ocean, Quilalea is the ideal honeymoon destination for those in search of the perfect romantic island getaway, or the ultimate holiday for those in need of relaxation, adventure and rediscovery.
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Price Guide (2008):
Prices include Full Board
Low Season:
US$464 per person sharing
High Season:
US$510 per person sharing
Low Season Special Offer
valid for travel in May or June 2008 only
US$2130 per villa (sleeps 2) for 3 nights
Additional nights: US$710 per night

Enquiries: quilalea_island@mozbookings.com

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Luxury Catamaran Cruise Photo Gallery

This beautiful boat can sleep up to 6 people in 3 air-conditioned double cabins.

With a full expert crew who will not only take you to some breath taking areas around the Quirimba islands but will cook delicious meals, take you snorkelling, fishing and show you the secrets of these wonderful Indian ocean islands.

Price Guide (2009):

Day Cruise (8 hours): US$ 2600 for up to 8 people
includes food, beer & soft drinks

Sundowner Cruise (cash bar): US$60 per person

3 Night Quirimbas Cruise US$ 7,500
Price is for entire boat & crew and includes all meals and drinks for up to 6 people.

Enquiries: broadbill@mozbookings.com

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Lazarus Banks Fishing Photo Gallery

For some of the best fishing in the world you need to visit the Lazarus banks, lying off the Mozambique coast from Pemba

We offer the new 42ft Africat boat with a 22ft beam that has the range and abilities to take you to these fabulous fishing grounds with no compromise on your comfort. The boat sleeps 6 passengers in 3 air-conditioned double cabins and is fully catered.

It has powerful twin 315hp Janmar diesel engines and over 800 nautical mile fuel range, meaning not only can you reach the remote Lazarus banks but remain there to get in some fantastic fishing (all night fishing is available). The boat is fully equipped with Shimano rods and reels - TLD 25, Tiagra 30,50,80,and 130, out-riggers and down-riggers.

The skipper is Captain Andre Hannekom who has 17 years experience in fishing this area and personally sailed the boat from Durban to Pemba, on the way they caught a 450lb and a 320lb Marlin !
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Price Guide (2009):

Fishing Charter from US$ 3055 per night including fishing, meals and drinks for up to 6 people.

7 Night St Lazarus Bank Fishing Trip:
  US$ Please Enquire
2 nights Pemba B&B, 5 nights on boat Full Board,
Price is for entire boat & crew and includes all meals and drinks while onboard.

Enquiries: lazarus_banks@mozbookings.com

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Lazarus Banks Fishing Photo Gallery

Vamizi Island lodge, is a spectacular lodge built on the northern side of Vamizi Island. Each beach house has its own large living room, spectacular bathroom and breezy veranda each of the 10 houses are all secluded from each other and look out to sea from the shade of the forest that forms the centre of the island. King-size four-posters beds, elegant luxury with an Indian ocean island location.

Price Guide (2007):
from R4495 per person sharing per night

Enquiries: vamizi_island@mozbookings.com

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Quirimbas National Park Activities

The following activities are available at most lodges and resorts situated in the Quirimbas National Park / Quirimbas Archipelago:

• Scuba Diving
• Snorkel Trips
• Fishing Trips
• Boat Trips
• Kayaking
• Sailing
• Windsurfing
• Cultural village trips
• Day visits to Ibo Island
  • experience the unique Arabian and Portuguese influenced culture & history of Ibo Island
  • Ibo Island has been nominated for World Heritage Status

Getting To Pemba:

Flights to Pemba from Johannesburg:
Direct flights are currently available on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays

Getting To the Quirimbas Islands:

There are daily shuttles from Pemba to the various islands by plane and/or helicopter which will be arranged when you book. An overnight stop in Pemba may be required depending on your flight times.

Getting To the Quirimbas National Park Mainland Lodges:

For lodges in the mainland Qurimbas National Park either a boat transfer or road transfer will be arranged from Pemba by the lodge when you make your reservation.