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Mozambique: Inhaca Island ***
Inhaca is a delightful holiday islands off the Mozambican coast. Its proximity to Maputo means it's also a great option for a weekend retreat. All it takes is a twenty-minute flight from Maputo and you are there! The island, a secure and tranquil location, is a stop-over for yachts, sail boats and cruises in search of a tropical alternative in the waters of the Indian Ocean.
Snorkelling at places such as Santa Maria is out of this world. There is also Portuguese Island, roughly 5 minutes away by speedboat. Here, sun-seekers can enjoy relaxed day trips, including a beach barbecue offering succulent seafood and other such delights. More than 200 species of birds have been recorded on Inhaca, making this island an excellent venue for twitching. Inhaca Lodge's extensive property, large pool and friendly staff render it perfect for families with young children.
Transfers:
Daily flights are available with Transairways. The airstrip is situated 10 minutes from the Lodge. Daily charter boats can be used as an alternative form of transportation. Transfers from the airstrip to the Lodge are complimentary for lodge guests with an approximate 15 minute drive by Land Rover.
Inhaca Hotel
The picturesque resort offers a total of 40 rooms (20 standard & 20 family), divided into double and twin beds. All the rooms are equipped with air-conditioning and ceiling fans, Satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities, mosquito nets, en-suite bathrooms with showers.
The lodge has one main restaurant indoors, but meals and beverages are also served outside on
the terrace around the pool. There is also a cocktail bar.
In-house leisure facilities include:
Salt-water swimming pool, local curios, table tennis & pool table, internet facilities at main lodge and laundry service
Activities:
Complimentary:
- Free daily use of windsurfers, canoes and hobie cats - with a rescue boat on standby
- One free snorkelling trip to the Biology Station per stay
- Free daily drop and collect at Portuguese Island
- One free 30 minute water-ski lesson per stay
Payable activities:
water-skiing, cobra-cat, sailing trips, fishing, walking trails/tours, jeep/tractor tours to the lighthouse and Marine Biology Museum, boat tours to Portuguese Island and Santa Maria.
Park Laws:
The island is carefully protected as a Nature Reserve Park and it is against the law to remove fish, shells, crustaceans, coral or any other form of nature off the island.
Meeting room:
For those wishing to combine business with pleasure, Pestana Inhaca Lodge is the perfect place. The conference area comprises approximately 113 square metres and has a capacity for up to 80 delegates. A business centre is also available with internet connection. The Pestana Inhaca Lodge is also the perfect place to celebrate a special day: wedding, anniversary or birthday. Screen, overhead projector and flip chart can be provided.
Transairways flight schedules:
MAPUTO – INHACA
TWM 06 15:45 16:00 MONDAY LET 410
TWM 06 15:45 16:00 TUESDAY LET 410
TWM 06 15:45 16:00 WEDNESDAY LET 410
TWM 06 15:45 16:00 THURSDAY LET 410
TWM 06 15:45 16:00 FRIDAY LET 410
TWM 06 08:00 08:15 SATURDAY LET 410
TWM 06 08:00 08:15 SUNDAY LET410
TWM06 16:00 16:15 SUNDAY LET410
INHACA – MAPUTO
TWM 05 16:15 16:30 MONDAY LET 410
TWM 05 16:15 16:30 TUESDAY LET 410
TWM 05 16:15 16:30 WEDNESDAY LET 410
TWM 05 16:15 16:30 THURSDAY LET 410
TWM 05 16:15 16:30 FRIDAY LET 410
TWM 05 08:30 08:45 SATURDAY LET 410
TWM 05 16:30 16:45 SUNDAY LET 410
TWM 05 16:30 16:45 SUNDAY LET 410
Sabian Air flight schedules:
Monday – Friday
MAPUTO - INHACA 15H45 - 16H00
INHACA - MAPUTO 14H30 - 14H45
Please note:
- Minimum stay 2 nights throughout the year
- Minimum stay 4 nights during peak season 21DEC 2007 to 04JAN 2008
- Compulsory New Year's Eve is included in our rates
- Minimum stay 3 nights during Easter Period 21MAR-25MAR 2008
Itinerary: Inhaca Lodge - 4 nights
- DAY 1: Fly from Johannesburg toMaputo, the Mozambican capital city with LAM (Mozambique Airlines). On arrival, proceed through customs and immigration and make your way into the Arrivals Hall. A hotel representative will transfer you to the Rovuma Carlton Hotel where you are staying for one night (B&B)
- DAY 2: Transfer to the airport and check in for your 15-minute flight to Inhaca (Transairways, collect your tickets at their offices on the first floor). Meet and greet at Inhaca airport and transfer to the Hotel by tractor and trailer. You will be staying for 3 nights at Inhaca Island Lodge (dinner, bed and breakfast)
- DAY 5: Transfer to the airport for your flight with Transairways back to Maputo and flight back to Johannesburg.
Prices include:
International flights (departure from Johannesburg) with SAA or LAM , regional flight from Maputo-Inhaca Island return with Transairways, hotel accommodation and meals as indicated, all airport - hotel transfers, non motorised water sports
Not included:
Visa fee, meals not indicated, drinks, tips, personal expenses, travel insurance and airport taxes, optional excursions
Below is an approximate price per person sharing (October 2008):
- USD 774, EUR 526, ZAR 4 820
Honeymoon extras
- Welcome drinks on arrival
- Mineral water in the rooms available on arrival and replaced
- when used
- In-room tea and coffee items replaced when used
- VIP Fruit Basket
- Bottle of Sparkling Wine on ice
- Private dinner on the beach or in their room on request
- Option to have a continental breakfast served in their room
- One Free sunset boat trip
N.B: Only Honeymooners or couples just married, or travelling within 6 months of the wedding qualifies. Copy of marriage certificate will be required by the hotel.
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