Seablue Scuba Lodge

Snorkelling. This has got to be one of the best snorkelling spots in Mozambique. The lighthouse reef, running at angle from the shore for about 400m, offers calm and protected water on the inner edge, suitable for kids and beginners. The depth ranges from 1m down to 5m and offers pool-like conditions (our scuba pool training is done here!). The reef is home to hundreds of reef fish, lion fish, stone fish, a multitude of eels, shrimps, crayfish, cuttle fish, star fish, octopus, nudibranches and a garden of soft and hard corals. There is always something new to see! The scuba centre offers regular snorkel trips by boat out to this reef, as well as trips further out to swim with the amazing whale shark and dolphins. This is an experience you will never forget. One of our better spots has produced sightings of over 15 whale shark at once. The whale shark are happy to hang around with the snorkellers provided that they are not touched – this usually sends them diving down. Whale shark are found all year round. For those of you who have never snorkelled, we offer a basic introductory course, this includes kids. Once hooked, you’ll never look back!

Fishing. For the angler, whether he is a fly fisherman, game fisherman or surf fisherman, the area offers excellent opportunities. Large kingfish are often taken off the rocks on the beach by surf and fly fishermen. Poppers have a high success rate. There is a local fisherman with a homemade rod and reel that regularly lands giant kingfish of over 20kg. For the game fishermen whether of a paddle ski or ski boat, the deep channel in front of the local reef produces fine catches. As with all fishing there is a lot of skill, luck and patience involved. I’m not sure in what proportions but I do know it’s no good sitting at your chalet admiring the view when you should have your rod in the water!

Market. In the nearby town of Inhambane, one can take time to meet the friendly local people, stroll through the market, visit the museum and African crafts shops. Most provisions can be purchased in and around the market. Mozambique is well-known for its two tier pricing system and it often pays off to try a bit of hard bargaining. There are a number of local cafes/restaurants that don’t look much from the outside but offer good meals. Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese seafarer, discovered Inhambane in 1498 and called it “Terra de Boa Gente” which means land of the kind people. Inhambane has a long history a lot of which is recorded in the local museum. Much closer to the resort in the surrounding area, are local markets. Here one has the chance to buy traditionally baked bread, pao or take a drink in one of the local Shabins. Local hawkers regularly visit the resort with their wares, selling fresh bread, prawns, fish and curios.

Dhow trips. It’s definitely worth taking a dhow trip around the Inhambane Bay. These boats have been used for centuries and their captains are very experienced. Various trips are on offer depending on your budget, weather conditions and available time. A trip across the bay to nearby Maxixe should cost about 20,000 Meticais and a full sight seeing trip for the complete hire of the boat about 400,000 Mets (this equates to approx. R120). It’s a good idea to negotiate the rate inclusive of your car security, payment being made once you return and find all is in order. Vehicles can be parked in the main street next to the quayside.

4x4 Drives. The area surrounding the lodge offers beautiful 4 x 4 driving through the coconut plantations. Believe it or not Inhambane Province has over 500 species of birds and if you take the time to stop at a quiet place you will be amazed at what there is to see from spiders to snakes to birds. All tracks are sandy and it’s advisable to drop your tyre pressure to 1bar so as to minimize damage to the environment. Take care not to drive over any cultivated lands as this will infuriate the local farmers who would be within their rights to claim damages. A short drive down the beach and up on to one of the higher sand dunes in the area takes us to “Top of the World” with a 360 degree view. This is a very special place to enjoy sundowners. Remember to bring all your rubbish home with you.

The beach in front of the resort is probably one of the finest you’ll ever visit. It’s important that we keep it this way. It stretches for miles giving one the opportunity to collect shells that have been washed up. There are many different types of shells and this is a favourite past time for those who don’t dive. Although the locals sell shells on the beach, the majority of these have been taken out alive and we urge you not to buy them. Any shell washed up on the beach has spent it’s life and deserves to be collected and enjoyed. When walking on the beach it’s a good idea not to leave any clothing or personal effects unattended. Like anywhere else in the world these could go missing when you turn your back.

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Self catering chalet prices includes deep freeze/fridge, gas stove, crockery, cutlery, hot water, linen and 220 volt electricity from our generator. Chalets serviced daily. Towels and mosquito nets provided for overseas visitors only. South African self drive clients, please bring own towels.If the amount of persons exceeds the amount of beds in a chalet, an additional fee will be applicable – excess persons responsible for own beds, bedding & towels. Rates subject to change without notice.

18 Dec 2006 - 07 Jan 2007

Standard Chalets R0000 per person sharing or R0000 single

Luxury Chalets R0000 per person sharing or R0000 single

Delux Chalets - 2 Pax R0000 per person sharing

Deluxe Chalet - 3 Pax (+100 single supplement for 3rd person) R0000 per person sharing

Deluxe Chalet - 4 Pax - R0000 per person sharing

01 June 2006 - 07 Dec 2006

Standard Chalets R0000 per person sharing or R0000 single

Luxury Chalets R0000 per person sharing or R0000 single

Delux Chalets - 2 Pax R0000 per person sharing

Deluxe Chalet - 3 Pax (+100 single supplement for 3rd person) R0000 per person sharing

Deluxe Chalet - 4 Pax - R0000 per person sharing

The below form is for ACCOMMODATION ONLY. Should you wish to have dives included, please go to dive package page for Jangamo.

Contact Scuba Mozambique

Mozambique, with a coast line of over 2,500 kms, one only has to look at her neighbouring exotic dive destinations such as Mauritius, Commores and the Maldives to understand what lies beneath the warm Indian Ocean – the most pristine and virgin reefs. This is the new dive capital of the world for manta rays and whale shark! Click here to go straight to Praia de Jangamo Dive Packages that includes this accommodation.

Seablue Scuba Lodge offers 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom self-catering chalets.


	Self Catering Houses
	We offer 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom self-catering chalets. Most bedrooms have bathrooms ensuite. The chalets are well spaced offering maximum privacy and a beautiful view of the sea or the surrounding area. All the chalets are fully contained with well equipped kitchens including fridge, freezer, gas stove, crockery, cutlery, pots and pans. All linen provided except for towels. Our generator provides 220volt power to the resort making it possible to charge camera batteries. Please no plug in elements of any sort, 12volt fridges or ice machines allowed.
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seablue scuba restaurant

Inhambane is well known for its prawns, crayfish, calamari and fresh fish. Once our new restaurant and bar is completed we will be serving various tasty dishes prepared by our local chefs. Guests who prefer the catered option will enjoy their meals at the restaurant which will offer continental breakfast, brunch or lunch and dinner. Scuba divers will able to enjoy early morning tea and coffee before the dive, followed by brunch, then a second dive.