Where the Limpopo bends and winds to meet the sea there stands a lighthouse. Nestled between the dunes and the trees an unspoiled paradise waits for you. Zongoene is situated 247 km north of Maputo. Discover deserted beaches, massive sand dunes, coastal forest and African villages on 4 wheel motorbikes, or even bare foot! Facilities include: restaurant, bar, scuba diving, baby sitting, swimming pools, conference rooms, river cruises, theme lunches and dinners, TV area with DSTV, coffee break facilities, quad biking, whale watching, beach bar, laundry and fishing.

Zongoene Lodge ***
Fish the tidal estuary, the surf, the reefs, or the deep blue sea from our customized ski boats. Scuba Dive the local sites or enjoy the delights of the Bilene Reef. Explore the dunes and forest on our 2-hour 4x4 trail, challenging your driving abilities. Spot many unusual birds in the delicate eco-systems. Enjoy leisurely breakfast or sunset River Cruises along the Limpopo. Drift down the estuary in your own canoe. Whale and Dolphin watching.

Family and Pool Chalets

The Lodge accommodates a total of 62 guests in two bedroom family units (accommodating four) or pool chalets (accommodating two). All have en-suite bathrooms and sliding doors opening out onto extended wooden balconies where you can enjoy the magnificence of your surroundings. The decor is both elegant and befitting of the Mozambican culture, it echoes of Portuguese comfort and luxury.

Dunes Camp

For something different enjoy the seclusion of the private self-catering Dunes Camp, where 14 guests can be accommodated in 5 en-suite, fully serviced, rustic chalets surrounding a private fresh water swimming pool. Allow your own butler to serve you sundowners while you savour the sun setting over the Limpopo flood plains and your dinner is prepared for you over the fires or in a fully equipped kitchen

Casarao

Alternatively you can relax in the self-catering 'Big House', which accommodates 4 to 6 people. With 2 en-suite rooms, a kitchenette with kitchen helper and a dining area and large veranda with breathtaking views. Enjoy lounging by the pool at the main lodge.

Activities:

• Fish the tidal estuary, the surf, the reefs, or the deep blue sea from our customized ski boats.
• Scuba Dive the local sites or enjoy the delights of the Bilene Reef.
• Explore the dunes and forest on our 2-hour 4x4 trail, challenging your driving abilities. Spot many unusual birds in the delicate eco-systems.
• Enjoy leisurely breakfast or sunset River Cruises along the Limpopo Drift down the estuary in your own canoe.
• Whale and Dolphin watching.

Conferencing

The Conference Centre is fully equipped and catering can be provided for up to

60 guests. This well designed venue with access to spectacular indigenous gardens, provides a venue with a difference, mere stones throw from the beach. A variety of team building activities can be arranged with unique cultural experiences.

How to get there:

 

By Road

Johannesburg to Zongoene 760km 9hrs

Nelspruit to Zongoene 420km

Maputo to Zongoene 225km

(4 x 4 advisable during rainy season)

Organised road transfers can be arranged from Maputo airport. The driver will be waiting for you outside the airport terminal - payment USD 220 for the return transfer per vehicle has to be paid directly to the driver. Road transfers are not done later than 15h00.

By Air

Scheduled charters are available from Lanseria airport (Johannesburg) - minimum 4 passengers and from KMIA (Nelspruit) minimum 2 passengers.

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Itinerary: 7 nights - Zongoene Lodge with Nel charter from Lanseria airport

• DAY 1: Flight from Lanseria International airport to Zongoene Lodge. Transfer to the lodge where you will be staying for 7 nights on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.
• DAY 8: Transfer to the airstrip and flight back to Johannesburg.

This includes:

International flights (ex Johannesburg), hotel accommodation and meals as indicated, all airport - hotel transfers

Not included:

Visas fee, airport taxes, Vilanculos airport tax has to be paid directly at the airport USD 20, drinks, tips, personal expenses and travel insurance