Included: Dinner, bed and breakfast
Rating: 4 Paws
Children: No children u/12 years allowed
Accommodation: Romantic Water Chalets

Flamingo Bay Water Lodge is the ultimate honeymoon destination.

The chalets are situated away from the main building, adding to the experience of  tranquillity and serenity.

A place for true love

Activities

All activities are operated from Barra Lodge. A transfer service is available to Flamingo guests wanting to participate in activities and all activities may be booked at Flamingo Bay reception. 

Scuba diving: We have a fully equipped dive centre with all the necessary facilities including kitting-up rooms, filling station, rest areas, kit storage, lecture and first-aid areas. Please check Barra Dive Resorts website for further information. Our luxury 33foot liveaboard catamaran offers unforgettable day trips from our secluded bay. The yacht moors alongside coral reefs for snorkelling and diving. It cruises the flat waters of the estuary stopping for a picnic on a secluded beach before gently heading for home. Take a trip on a dhow and feel a great sense of history as the dhows are still built as they were in ancient times. This is something that must be experienced before this age old tradition dies out. Behind Barra Lodge is a saltwater mangrove with crystal clear waters which can be explored by boat or on foot. This ecosystem is made up of a fascinating chain of pioneering and sacrificial plants together with a huge array of crustaceans. Flocks of flamingo’s, local fish traps and stunning sunsets over the estuary make this a photographers dream. Inhambane City is steeped in history. This was the southerly most trading port in Africa used by the Arabs. Vasco Da Gama landed here in 1534. The cathedrals, old colonial Portugese architecture, African culture and local markets make this a fascinating town to browse around. A number of restaurants in  and around Inhambane offer a variety of meal options. A guided horse ride on the beach is a once in a lifetime experience. The romance of riding along the beach with the sea and sand and wind in your face is an unforgettable experience. Beginners are welcome. Quad biking through the coconut plantations opens new vistas and following the tracks and paths through these areas allows one to experience the real Mozambique while riding through local villages and into the heart of Mozambique. The trails are endless. For water lovers a host of activities are available. The bay is ideal for hobie-cat and laser dingy sailing. Water skiing, snake rides, paddle ski’s, surfboards and boogie boards are just some of the activities available.

Lodge

Flamingo Bay Water Lodge is situated in the pristine tidal bay of Inhambane 485km north of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. The lodge is situated on stilts on the crystal clear waters of the warm Indian Ocean. This eco-paradise is home to flocks of flamingo’s, tropical fish and the very rare dugong. The sunsets at Flamingo Bay are nothing less than breathtaking. The warm Indian Ocean offers safe bathing all year round and the endless wide open beaches offer hours of strolling pleasure. This lodge is unique and the only one of it’s kind in Africa. Flamingo Bay prides itself in having an undisturbed eco-setting that is peaceful and pristine and we endevour to keep it that way. Because of the setting and exclusivity we do not allow children under 12 years at the lodge allowing guests to appreciate the peacefulness, elegance and romance of this tropical getaway.  The main building and chalets are connected by wooden walkways where golf carts are available to ferry guests. The main building can also be accessed from the land and is fronted by the tidal waters of the bay. A secure parking area is available for guests vehicles. An elegant restaurant overlooks the inviting swimming pool which merges into the view across the bay. Enjoy cocktails on the spacious pool deck while watching the sunset or enjoy your meals in the morning or evening either indoors or outdoors. The gourmet restaurant offers sumptuous meals specialising in local dishes of Mozambique including fresh prawns, fish, crabs and calamari which are all caught locally.The well stocked bar is a gathering point attracting guests to share their days experiences and enjoy the magical sunsets.  An upstairs area enhances the view as the day draws to a close. An ideal place to relax over a good cup of coffee and a light meal. The comfortable lounge allows one to relax in a peaceful environment while enjoying a drink or light snack.

Accommodation

Our luxury water chalets are spacious and well appointed with balcony, wide opening sliding doors and air-conditioning. The chalets and furniture are constructed from beautiful local hardwoods from Mozambique. Each chalet is situated on stilts in the crystal clear tidal waters of Inhambane Bay. Sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling and boating may be enjoyed directly from each chalet.