Montanha Lodge lies on an immaculate beach with the clear azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Montanha Lodge is 485 kilometers north of Maputo, access is on tarred roads until the last 7kms leading to the lodge which are gravel.
Montanha Lodge is a self-catering lodge in Inhambane, Mozambique. Therefore, it is necessary for guests to supply their own food. Purchase from the local suppliers who visit on a daily basis,who will sell prawns, crayfish, fish, langoustine, calamari, seasonal fruits and vegetables, freshly baked bread and rolls, sarongs, artwork and carvings.
Montanha Lodge is positioned less than 200m from the beach and positioned on the secondary dune amongst a plantation of palm trees. This location offers cool sea breezes in the evenings and protection from the gustier seasonal winds.
Property Amenities
Montanha Lodge offers comfortable, privately-owned self-catering log chalets for holiday accommodation. Each chalet comprises three bedrooms complete with linen and mosquito netting (with additional bunk beds in the living areas if required), 2 separate bathrooms with a shower, wc and vanity, 2 decks with 8-seater dining table on lower deck, 2 lounge areas, fully-equipped open-plan kitchen with utensils and crockery for eight guests, fridge, gas stove and deep freeze. Each unit has a braai (barbeque) area and a carport.
Area Attractions
Activities at Montanha Lodge For the energetic there is loads to do, all within a 5km radius. The quad bike trail ride is a tranquil two hour jaunt through the lush habitat to Tofu and back, this includes a stop at the local craft market.
Inhambane is world-renowned for its spectacular dive sites, scuba-divers from far and wide explore the continuous wonder of the numerous reefs which are alive with a profusion of sea life, from manta-rays to pansy shells. A number of resorts in the area offer resort dive courses, for those who prefer to stay on top of the water, the snorkeling is outstanding!
The Ocean Safari adventure on offer by various outfits in the area is a truly memorable experience, especially if you are able to spot and swim with whale sharks, the gentle giants of the sea. For the jet-ski enthusiasts, you have a choice of riding the calm bay waters or tearing across the ocean swells.
Go for pure nostalgia reminiscent of ancient times hire a dhow and sail across the bay to Maxixe where the skipper will wait while you dine at the popular harbour restaurant in Maxixe. The numerous restaurants in the vicinity all offer a wide selection of the freshest seafood cooked in the traditional Portuguese fashion, or buy your own succulent seafood straight from the dhow fisherman when the fleet lands on the beach.
For the less energetic, while away your days strolling on the soft, white sands, collecting seashells or hop aboard the catamaran cruise and sail away into the sunset!
Email a Friend
Print