Accommodation is offered in cool, stylish, tiled
chalets with thatched roofs.
These 8 and 10 sleeper spacious units are fully equipped for self-catering
and comprise 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one of which is en-suite),
large open plan kitchen/lounge/dining area.
Situated approximately 500m on tall dunes, they offer grand views
of both beach and bay from their individual patio and braai (barbeque)
areas.
The “Reed Cottage” which sleeps up to 6 guests if fully
equipped for self-catering purposes & consists of 2 bedrooms,
shower & toilet, open plan kitchen, lounge & dining area.
This unit is cool & airy in the hot summers.
It also has its own braai area.
The “Brick Cottage” sleeps up to 4 guests in one bedroom
& has the same features as the “Reed Cottage” Please
note that these units are not situated close to the main units &
do not have sea views.
All the basic amenities are supplied including a gas stove, electric
fridge, a chest freezer, microwave, 4 slice toaster, a kettle, pots,
pans, crockery, cutlery, utensils and linen.
All rooms are fitted with mosquito nets.
Small safes are fitted in the main units for storing valuables
The cottages are serviced once a day. A wash & dry laundry
service is available at no extra charge.
SUNSET LODGE:
Comfortable, fully-equipped, self-catering cottages sleep up to
10 people.
Amenities include:
•Bedding & linen (bring own towels)
•Gas stove, electric fridge & chest freezer
•Microwave, kettle & toaster
•Serviced daily
•Laundry service
•Safe for valuables
•Secure parking
•Private lapa and braai areas
•Mosquito nets for peace of mind
•Restaurant, bar & pool facilities
•24 hour security
The Thirsty Parrot is the central meeting place. Here, memories
are shared and made over magnificent sunsets and the near 360°
majestic views of the peninsula - the warm Indian Ocean on one side
and beautiful salt water mangrove swamps on the other.
Come & enjoy one of our exotic cocktails as you cool down in
our well known "bar in the pool" or take in the magnificent
sunset from the deck. Our menu offers hearty meals & our seafood
platter is a must!
Television and DSTV are provided for those sporting events and
rare occasions when patrons are at a loss for conversation!
Activites
Fishing:
Go deep sea fishing with one of the local charters or get your lines
wet from the rocks or shore. Mozambique has some of the best game
fishing in the world including Marlin, Sharks, Rays and Barracuda.
A 'Fishing Sport License' is required for all water sports, including
fishing competitions, and can be obtained from the Martime Administrator
in each Provincial capital city, or from a yacht club, or on site.
Boats can only be launched from access roads. Noise should be minimised
and care must be shown for the safety of other people on the beaches
(maximum speed of 15 km/h).
Please do not interfere with the activities of the local fishermen
that depend on fishing for their livelihoods.
Please note:
Only a limited quantity of raw fish products (i.e. prawns, fish,
calamari, crayfish etc.) can be exported and that the allowance
of cashew nuts is also limited. Information regarding exact quantities
are obtainable from the Mozambican customs at Ressano Garcia Borderpost.
SCUBA DIVING & SNORKELING:
Conditions are perfect for both beginner and experienced divers.
There are 15 reefs within easy reach of Sunset Lodge and some
of the best scuba diving in the world is possible.
Whale sharks, manta rays and dolphins are all common sights and
the world famous Manta Reef is a must on any dive list.
Snorkeling is a wonderful activity that can be enjoyed by almost
anyone. Bring along a pair of goggles & snorkels & explore
one of the nearby vibrant reefs in the calm waters
SIGHTSEEING IN INHAMBANE & BARRA AREA:
Inhambane is the capitol of the Inhambane Province in Mozambique.
The town has a very rich history going back to the 15th Century
when Arab traders sailed down the east coast of Africa to trade
with the locals.
Vasco da Gama sailed around the southern tip of Africa, taking
on fresh water at this locality towards the end of the 15th century.
He subsequently created a Portuguese trading station at what is
now known as Inhambane.
In later years Inhambane also became prominent as an exit port
for the slave trade until this practice was eventually abolished
in the 19th century. Inhambane was dubbed by Vasco da Gama as "Terra
da Boa Gente" - the land of the Gentle People!
The little town of Inhambane has a distinct Afro-Portuguese-Arabic
flavor about it and has a number of interesting buildings dating
back to the era's explained above. The town is very clean and safe
and much investment / construction is currently happening to enhance
Inhambane as a tourist attraction. Most of the shops are still owned
by descendants of those first Arabic traders.
There town is small enough to see all the attractions in a day,
including a quaint but very interesting museum. The local Mercado
(Market) offers a vast array of fresh fruit & veg, locally made
garments, fabrics, jewellery, paintings & carvings to name but
a few. There are also many restaurants and bistro's where you can
enjoy the local cuisine.
There is also the opportunity to sail across the bay in a Dhow
sailing boat, still built according to the ancient Arabic design.
You can either hop on a dhow ferrying locals between Inhambane and
Maxixe or you can rent one for your own use at very affordable rates.
You may even choose to visit a little island for the day.
Part of the Inhambane / Barra experience is also to travel through
the coconut palm forests to visit the nearby coastal holiday destinations
such as Tofo & the Lighthouse. Establishments in the Barra area
also offer activities such as quad bike tours, horse riding and
especially the scuba and snorkelling trips to various spectacular
reefs around the peninsula.
There are also opportunities to swim with the giant Whale Sharks
or to dive with enormous Manta Rays. The vast beaches also provide
very safe bathing in the warm Indian Ocean. In addition there are
also opportunities to discover the local culture and there are many
little restaurants offering tasty local and seafood dishes.
DHOW TRIPS
Dhow rides are available at the Inhambane Harbour and at The Flamingo
Bay jetty during the Low Tide
Dhow boats feature prominently throughout Mozambique. The locals
use them as a fishing vessel and to ferry passengers from town to
town
Email for Reservations:
sunsetBarra@mozbookings.com
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Situated 485 km North of Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique,
Sunset Lodge welcomes you to the serene beaches of Barra.