Shibumi Lodge Barra Beach Mozambique

Welcome to the DREAM of all holidays at Shibumi Lodge, situated right in front of a beautiful lagoon where the most awesome sunset and sunrise photographs can be taken by the eager photographer!

Shibumi Lodge Reservations: book@go.mozbookings.com

Shibumi offers you a holiday you will never forget - bringing dreams to the ordinary life of so many people - it is situated in Barra Inhambane in Mozambique and consists of 5 beautiful fully-equipped houses for your convenience!

Apart from the beautiful historical town of Inhambane the main attraction to this area are the idyllic beaches of Jangamo, Tofo, Tofinho and Barra, where the sea lover can take part in a variety of marine activities.

It is a great area for snorkeling, fishing and surfing. There are many good diving reefs in the area including the aptly named Manta reef, and Praia de Rocha where the rock and coral has formed a spectacular landscape of pinnacles, gullies, and overhangs. There is also the opportunity for dolphin and whale watching safari’s.

Accommodation at Shibumi Lodge, Barra Beach

House No 1:
Second story Stone (not ground level) with big deck in front, fully self catering sleeps 7 in 3 bedrooms, 2 x double rooms with en-suite bathrooms, 1 x room with 3 single beds. Kitchen – gas stove with oven, microwave, toaster, fridge/freezer combo, cutlery and crockery. Stainless steel gas barbeque available on request.

House No 2:
Stone, fully self catering sleeps 8 in 3 bedrooms, 1 x double room with en-suite bathroom, 1 x double room and 1 x room with 2 double bunks share one bathroom between them en-suite from both sides. Open plan bar, living and kitchen areas tastefully furnished. Well equipped kitchen with 2 x fridge-freezer, box freezer, microwave, toaster and 6 plate gas stove with oven. This house has a deck area outside almost on top of the house that gives a stunning view of the beach!

House No 3:
Fisherman's Cottage, self catering sleeps 2 in an open plan double room with kitchenette, room has en-suite shower and toilet. The cottage has air-conditioning.

House No 4:
Timber, fully self catering sleeps 9 in 3 bedrooms, 2 x double rooms with en-suit bathrooms, 1 x room with 3 x three-quarter beds plus en-suite bathroom and 2 x three-quarter beds in the living area. Big open plan kitchen with comfortable living area that opens up onto a veranda with an elevated view of the beach. Well equipped kitchen with 2 x fridge-freezer, box freezer, microwave, toaster and 6 plate gas stove with oven.

House No 5:
Timber, fully self catering sleeps 12 in 4 bedrooms, 2 x double rooms with en-suite bathrooms and 2 x rooms with 2 double bunks with en-suit bathroom. Open plan kitchen with comfortable living area that opens up onto the veranda with an elevated view of the beach. Well equipped kitchen with 2 x fridge-freezer, box freezer, microwave, toaster and 6 plate gas stove with oven. Behind the kitchen is a separate area fitted with a washing machine and basins for washing-up.

Resort Facilities
Boat trips to Linga Linga and Pansy Islands can be arranged

Snorkling

Deep sea fishing charters can be arranged

Diving

Quad trails (1km)

Horse Riding (1km)

Whale watching (July - Sept)

Restaurants and local pubs within walking distance

Airport at Inhambane (Fly from and to Johannesburg)

Petrol station - 6km from us!

Out and About, and Activities
The town of Inhambane, 500km north of Maputo, can be reached by tar road although a 4x4 may be necessary to get to some of the resorts.

It is one of the oldest towns in Mozambique dating back to the 10th century and the Arab traders. It was in 1534 that the Portuguese established a permanent trading post. The atmosphere and architecture in the town reflects this exciting and diverse history.

Inhambane is served by an airport and a port, and has petrol stations, banks, public phones, shops, markets, a bus terminus and a museum. Side-walk cafes are dotted along the narrow streets. There are some noteworthy sights for the culture vultures including the 200 year old Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception, the Governor’s Palace, the Municipal buildings, and the museum.

The town itself is set on the bay of Inhambane, looking across to Maxixe. Enjoy a drink at the harbour whilst watching the dhows cruise across the bay. It is possible to hire a dhow to sail you around the bay or up to the Linga Linga Nature Reserve.

This fascinating area used to be a whaling station but is now the home to some of the last remaining dugong in Southern Mozambique.

The beautiful landscape surrounding the town Inhambane is dominated by thousands of coconut palms - you’re really in the tropics now!

This long stretch of coast line is by far the most developed in Mozambique as far as tourism is concerned. Apart from the beautiful historical town of Inhambane the main attraction to this area are the idyllic beaches of Jangamo, Tofo, Tofinho and Barra, where the sea lover can take part in a variety of marine activities.

It is a great area for snorkeling, fishing and surfing. There are many good diving reefs in the area including the aptly named Manta reef, and Praia de Rocha where the rock and coral has formed a spectacular landscape of pinnacles, gullies, and overhangs. There is also the opportunity for dolphin and whale watching safari’s.

The town of Inhambane, 500km north of Maputo, can be reached by tar road although a 4x4 may be necessary to get to some of the resorts (please see resort information).

It is one of the oldest towns in Mozambique dating back to the 10th century and the Arab traders. It was in 1534 that the Portuguese established a permanent trading post. The atmosphere and architecture in the town reflects this exciting and diverse history.

Inhambane is served by an airport and a port, and has petrol stations, banks, public phones, shops, markets, a bus terminus and a museum. Side-walk cafes are dotted along the narrow streets.

There are some noteworthy sights for the culture vultures including the 200 year old Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception, the Governor’s Palace, the Municipal buildings, and the museum.

The town itself is set on the bay of Inhambane, looking across to Maxixe. Enjoy a drink at the harbour whilst watching the dhows cruise across the bay. It is possible to hire a dhow to sail you around the bay or up to the Linga Linga Nature Reserve.

This fascinating area used to be a whaling station but is now the home to some of the last remaining dugong in Southern Mozambique.

The beautiful landscape surrounding the town Inhambane is dominated by thousands of coconut palms - you’re really in the tropics now!

This long stretch of coast line is by far the most developed in Mozambique as far as tourism is concerned. Apart from the beautiful historical town of Inhambane the main attraction to this area are the idyllic beaches of Jangamo, Tofo, Tofinho and Barra, where the sea lover can take part in a variety of marine activities.

It is a great area for snorkeling, fishing and surfing. There are many good diving reefs in the area including the aptly named Manta reef, and Praia de Rocha where the rock and coral has formed a spectacular landscape of pinnacles, gullies, and overhangs. There is also the opportunity for dolphin and whale watching safari’s.

Shibumi Lodge Reservations: book@go.mozbookings.com