Walking past the infamous Hell's Machangulo Gate, here at the Santa Maria Peninsula, my feet pushes down int the wet sand as I run along this majestic coastline, and as I am running, breathing hard, pushing the sand between my toes, all my troubles just dissolves. It is crazy to think the brutal punishment we put ourselves day to day, how we endure the endless stresses of modern day life.

Thank goodness for a place like Ponta Torres..... here on the peninsula everything fades drastically, and the only thing that matters is that moment.

It is at places like these that defines what is important to us..... And sadly it is the moments where we feel we should be there for the quality on life. Something is different here, and you experience a certain degree of clarity at extraordinary places along the coast of Mozambique. It is a lifestyle, and not the one you are thinking about. We are talking about the value of time, time that you have in abundance, time to catch up, time to forget about time.

I suppose you can be on any old beach and have the same beauty and tranquility, but you cant have that exclusiveness, you cant have the feeling that suddenly your are much smaller that you thought. Now that you are here, the great things in life matter, whether it is fishing, spending time with family or friends. Or you are like me, you need to run your heart out, you need to climb a dune and feel the rush that this place can give you. Go ahead, book that accommodation and change your lifestyle for worried and stressful to happy bliss that you need....

And remember to leave only your footprints...

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DUNA BRANCA - SELF CATERING UNITS

Duna Branca - Barra, Inhambane
FACILITIES



Duna Branca is ideally situated in relation to activities in the area. Apart from it's own unspoilt beach right on its doorstep, our visitors can also enjoy the following activities in the area.

2x4 or 4x4 access only. Temporary Island during high tide, ask for tide sheet.

2 Double bedrooms, room with 2 single beds. Ceiling Fan, closet, mosquito nets and bedding provided. Please bring own towels.


2 bathrooms with a guest toilet.

Lounge with Couches doubling as sleeper units at night. Deck, Ocean is a brisk walk away.

Kitchen provided with all essential utensils and equipment. Only a few are provided with a microwave

Certified water and EDM electricity.



ACTIVITIES




Fishing

Offshore gamefishing on the Mozambican coastline is world renowned. Probably best known is the sailfish season from June to August. Boats can be launched or chartered from various resorts near Duna Branca. Somewhere in this pristine, blue water you may catch king mackerel, bonito, kingfish, dorado, yellowfintuna or wahoo.

Surfing, yachting and canooing

Although Mozambique is not known for its big, surfing waves this pastime is very popular. Off course, wind surfing in these conditions is the ultimate experience. Both the ocean in front of Dunca Branca and the Inhambane lake at the back, are ideal for wind surfing, yachting or canooing. Imagine the warm, mirror - smooth, sun drenched water of the lake. Imagine visiting one of the islands on a catamaran sail yacht, imagine...

Horseriding

And to end the day in perfect style, go horseriding on the beach, and watch the sun set over the palm trees in the West... Horses and riding gear can be rented just down the beach from Duna Branca.

Restaurants

Choose a romantic restaurant on the beach with typical island style to enjoy a well deserved dinner by candlelight with your loved one. And maybe share a bottle of chilled wine... Tomorrow will be yet another day in paradise...


RATES

Description Low Season Mid Season High Season
Front Units R1000.00 R1500.00 R2500.00
Other Units R1000.00 R1500.00 R2300.00 Back row
R2500.00 Front row
LOW SEASON allother dates
MID SEASON School holidays and long weekends
HIGH SEASON December

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PONTA TORRES

When we left Clube Naval in Maputo, we had an audience of flustered spectators as we got ready to the boat ( not a problem by the way) and a jet ski – yes a jet ski fitted for recreational fishing, to cross the channel and ship lane to the Santa Maria peninsula.
A tad nervous of the journey ahead, we soon enjoyed the ride and fully enjoyed the disappearing skyline of Maputo. A good half and hour out on sea, she totally disappeared. We entered the peninsula on low tide which took some awesome technique, but the views we had of the coast was breathtaking. We glided past Inhaca with its green splendour and got to see flamingos with black tipped wings. We came to the conclusion this must be due to their feeding.
We came to a halt in the bay where Ponta Torres- Nhonguane Lodge resides along the calm waters. Boats lay moored on the beach as low tide leaves them gently on the beach, anxiously waiting for high tide to pick them up again, only to be halted by their anchors.
One is always greeted with great warmth and hospitality, but a more homely welcome came from owners Anton and Chene. It was like we have been friends for years, and this was our yearly visit out to their home. Greeted with ice cold R&R’s and a quick introduction of our team, we fell headfirst into relaxation.
Recent events have left a few of us completely stressed, and the security and tranquility of Ponta Torres us from all the day to day stresses and disappointments we have to face long

periods. This is truly a fisherman’s paradise, a sanctuary for the stressed, and a haven for both young and old to enjoy. You can indulge in whatever tickles your fancy, so long as you enjoy it immensely. Ponta Torres is about the quality of one’s daily life, so come on, live a little and know that this is possible for all....just take that leap!

FOR MORE DETAILS ON THE LODGE OR TO BOOK please contact: bookings@mozambiquereservations.co.za

Paraiso Azul 2012 bookings.

Paraiso Azul Beach Lodge - Ponta Mamoli

Paraiso Azul Beach Lodge is a Luxury Self-catering Tented Beach Lodge set in a tropical Landscaped garden, on the beach in Southern Mozambique.

Come and experience the adventure of Mozambique, stretches of unspoilt coastline 25km from Kosi Bay. Whether you are looking for an action packed family get away, swimming with the dolphins, diving the reefs or just a relaxing romantic break, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, you need look no further than Paraiso Azul beach lodge. In close proximity to ponta malongane and ponta do Ouro Paraiso Azul is a great choice for your getaway.

Paraiso Azul offers luxury self catering accommodation on the beach. The Lodge is available to one group at a time for groups of 10-16 persons

4 x luxury honeymoon suits "on the beach" (Sleeps 2 per unit)
Fully Air-conditioned
Oval bath, double vanities, and large showers
Cocktail fridge and coffee station
Luxury king size beds and percale
100% cotton Percale Linen
Ceiling Fans
Insect screens
Ample closet space
Private Patio

2 x Family Units (Sleeps 4 per unit)
1 x King size bed and 2 x single extra length daybeds
100% cotton percale Linen
Air-conditioned
Private Bathroom with Large showers
Cocktail fridge and coffee stations
Ceiling Fans
Insect screens
Ample closet space
Large under cover patio

Central facility
300sq meter central facility area comprising of:
Lounge
12 x seater Bar
Large Kitchen
Sea Facing Deck
Inland facing Deck
Boma with Built in Braai area (16 seater)

Amenities
1 x swimming pool Sea facing deck
1 x spa pool Inland facing deck
Walk in Cold rooms (10sq/m)
Walk in Freezer (10sq/m)
Large Sliding Door Wine Cooler
Fully fitted Gourmet Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Hi-fi docking station and DSTV connections
50 Inch Plasma TV


ACTIVITIES


2km to Ponta Mamoli Diving Camp
Renowned shore fishing site
Shallow reef snorkelling
Boat and Jet Ski Beach launch
Turtle watching
Bird watching
Fly fishing
Kite and wind surfing
Deep sea fishing
Horseback riding (Ponta Mamoli)
Quad biking
Excellent 4 wheel driving
15km from Maputo Elephant Game Park
15km to Ponta D'Oro (Restaurants, medical and shops)
Dolphin and Whale sightings from Lodge decks
Excellent Bird Life

Services

Fully serviced, 4 staff members
Additional Nannies available on request, daily rates apply
Staff trained in basic domestic & cooking skills
Daily delivery of fresh baked Portuguese Breads available on request
Delivery of Ice available on request

SATURDAY - 26 November 2011

We woke up to a beautiful day here at Paraiso Azul in Ponta Mamoli. the boys went out to fish today. the sun is shining and the great setting we find ourselves in today, one cant ask for a better day.

We plan to pack a coolbag and go down the beach for some beach time!!! SUN + FUN = Ponta Mamoli!

Ponta Mamoli - Paraiso Azul - Amazing stay - Day 1

Paraiso Azul is a relaxing, amazing place. the fishing is going great with the boys going out on a rough seas to do some fishing. rain, shine, high waves they will be out there to fish.

The catches for the day ranged from a yellofin tuna caught for the pot. A couta and dorado was lost in the process, but that is fishing. The taxman as always did not disappoint and took a nible off the bonito.

The day was like a yo-yo with the sun and the clouds making turns to come out and excite us with rays of sun, and the clouds to come and damper our spirits.

A lekker lunch with a boerie rol with Nat's braaied unions and an amazing greek salad went down with tip tento and 2m.

We went for a nap which resulted well into the evening. we did plan to go out and have dinner at 360 in Malongane, but the vampire wakeup call, made everyone a little not lus to get dressed and going. Nat made amazing shushi with the freshly caught tuna, and it was off to bed again!! hahaahaha!