Situated in a truly unique location on a beautiful secluded peninsula it is the easiest accessible lodge in Mozambique with a plethora of activities for the whole family.
Machangulo Beach Lodge's striking main building includes a large inviting lounge with bar area and large dining area.
Hidden behind the main building is the Boma area where evenings are spent beside the fire while enjoying the tranquil Mozambican nights, discussing the day's catch and strategizing about tomorrow's big one!
Situated near the beach is Beach Bar where the vibrant atmosphere is kept alive from dawn to way past dusk!
A pool and deck are situated by the Beach Bar for you to cool down before an afternoon siesta.
Featuring 19 luxurious rooms, a fully equipped activity centre and plenty of amazing spots to enjoy the unique views of the Indian Ocean and Inhaca Island.
Awesome Private Villas right on the beach and surrounded by 5 marine and nature reserves, this is a unique African beach paradise.
Machangulo Beach Lodge features 19 private luxury chalets. Each chalet has an en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, mosquito nets and private deck.
Five chalets have a breathtaking view of the ocean and Inhaca Island.
The other 12 are grouped together in private Villas, ideal for families and groups.
All the chalets are connected by walkways and staircases to the main buildings and the beach.
Close to the beach and intimately private the Beach Forest Rooms at Machangulo Beach Lodge consist of one room.
These rooms are close together but only attached via wood decks. These Beach Forest Rooms are ideal for groups or families.
The Seven Premium Ocean View rooms are the pride and joy of Machangulo Beach Lodge. Perched up on a ridge overlooking the amazing scenery.
Each room has a private deck, en suite bathroom, air conditioning, mini bar and many other luxury amenities.
Food and beverage experience focuses on local cuisines with fresh ingredients that showcase Southern Mozambique’s unique flair. Fresh seafood is hotel's speciality and the team highly recommends that you give it a try.
The team has a wide variety of abilities in the kitchen and they would like to showcase these to you.
Should you feel that portions are too large or small for your liking, please do not hesitate to let the staff know, they would like to get it just perfect for you.
The team would like to ensure that you enjoy your meals – as they have a wide variety of expectations here at Machangulo they invite you to communicate your culinary expectations with service staff.
Machangulo Beach Lodge features two unique bars and a variety of options to quench every thirst.
You are more than welcome to ask any staff members if you require an additional meal or snack, they are always able to help, even if it takes a bit of time.
Hotel's team has also some unique experiences and locations for special events and would like to invite you to tell about any events, anniversaries, birthdays or special occasion to create something special for you.
Baixas bar is at the Baixas (meaning “lower” in Portuguese) complex. Great for all your daytime drinks and cocktails. From here are also serviced the beach and the viewpoints.
LUNCH
At Baixas bar are served lunches generally.
Packed lunches are also available, please tell your waiter if this works for you.
Your waiter will offer you some lunch options during breakfast. He will also confirm a time and place for you.
09.00h - 17.00h
12.00h - 14.00h
BREAKFAST
Continental buffet with ordered hot breakfast. The menu is available from your waiter.
DINNER
Your waiter will offer you some dinner options during lunch. Starters generally include a soup or salad choice.
Three options for dinner will be presented, including a seafood choice, a chicken or red meat option and a vegetarian option. The chef will surprise you with a delightful dessert after your main course.
BAR
Delagoa Bar is located in Delagoa Lounge. It is a great place to enjoy drinks before and after dinner, with a spectacular view and deck. From 5 pm onwards. Should you require service outside these hours, please request this from service staff, they are happy to assist.
BAR SNACKS
During pre-dinner drinks, there is a snack at the Delagoa lounge, for you to enjoy with your drinks.
07.30h to 09.30h
19.00h - 21.00h
From 17.00h
Here at Machangulo, there is no a set wine list perse. Owner Christiaan Nolte, a wine lover, selects rare and exclusive wines on a continual basis, always ensuring some uniques options.
There is a wine display case in the Delagoa lounge that has a selection of what is available on show. Please talk to your waiter if you require any additional information.
The treatment has both physiological and psychological effects which sooth, revitalise and uplift the spirit using essential oils.
This facial helps to brighten your complexion with a combination of alpha hydroxyl acids and Vitamin C & B complexes. The skin balances itself naturally. This facial safe is for the most sensitive and reactive of skins.
Enjoy a full body scrub followed by an algae or mud wrap to rid the body of toxins through metabolic stimulation, where after the skin will be hydrated using Shea butter and rich lotions to soften the skin. Choose between relaxing, detox and nourishing wraps.
A very firm massage to relieve severe tension in the muscle by physically breaking down thede adhesions to relieve pain and restore normal movements.
Vitamin and mineral cocktail is enriched with plant extracts to promote a healthy immune system and is applied as a mud wrap and left to set on the body to stimulate lymph, collagen and toxin elimination. Not suitable for pregnant ladies.
Like the phases of the moon and the tides, it is important to keep the hormonal phases of the body in natural rhythm. Just as your eyes are the windows to the soul, your face is the mirror of your inner feelings, the image which present you to the world.
The Spa offers a great selection of relaxing treatments that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and relaxed. A wide variety of massages, wraps and skin care treatments.
Take a beautiful respite from the high-energy nature of everyday life. Your hands or feet will be massaged, your nails shaped and your skin richly hydrated with all-natural products designed to undo environmental damage to your skin.
A gentle, soothing, massage for those who simply want to lie back and relax, using long slow strokes to reduce emotional and physical stress.
Machangulo Beach Lodge is surrounded by 3 Amazing Nature Reserves and 2 Marine Reserves. The tip of the Machangulo Peninsula is literally lands end and provides a breathtaking setting. The lodge is intimate and secluded, yet just a one-hour boat ride from Maputo.
Machangulo Beach Lodge has a full range of travel options including road transfers to Maputo, from South Africa. Many flights are available into Maputo International Airport and prefered airlines are Airlink and SAA.
AREA INFORMATION
Machangulo Beach Lodge is located at the centre of this grand battle between the open Indian Ocean and the estuaries of Maputo Bay, the channel between Inhaca Island and the dunes of the Santa Maria Peninsula. Your boat journey through the endless channels of the bay ends on the Lodge's secluded beach. Mozambique has a wonderful climate.
The summers can be very hot but the Lodge's position is ideal, the cool dune forest, and air conditioning, will ensure your comfort.
One is very unlikely to experience multiple rainy days in a row and most of rains come in the form of quick thunderstorms. Mozambique experiences rain mainly during November - April, while August is the driest month.
ATTRACTIONS
The ideal setting for your family getaway, honeymoon, fishing trip, diving adventure or just a weekend away from it all. Machangulo Beach Lodge is the resort you've been hoping to find.
Some of more popular activities include: guided offshore fishing, guided channel fishing, rock and surf fishing both guided and unguided, fly fishing both from the shore and boat, Inhaca Marine Reserve snorkeling, snorkeling on the ledge in front of lodge, scuba diving, wreck snorkeling, spear fishing, guided tours of Inhaca Island, cultural tour of Santa Maria with lunch and drinks at the famous Teka Teka bar, exploration of the Maputo Bay estuaries, seasonal whale watching trips (Jun to Nov), turtle nesting activities (late spring), flamingo, albatross and seabird trips (estuary), Kid's Rock pool exploration, amazing secluded beach and dune forest walks, birders paradise.
Machangulo Beach Lodge is surrounded by world-class swimming beaches. Most beaches are entirely safe for swimming and can be enjoyed for most of the day. The thatch(called majeka) umbrellas are available to all guests.
An incredibly rich bird life surrounds Machangulo Beach Lodge all year round. From the Great White Pelicans to the majestic African Fish Eagle, the area provides ample opportunity for excellent birding.
The estuaries and bay between Inhaca Island and Santa Maria Village can also be explored by Dhow. A romantic sail around the bay with a traditional hand built wooden Dhow.
Machangulo Beach Lodge is situated in the midst of many world class fishing locations. The area provides opportunities to target a large number of species in all weather conditions.
The diverse biospheres surrounding Machangulo Beach Lodge teams with epic nature, waiting to be explored. What better way to do this than a kayak?
You will be transported to the 4×4 at the PontaTorres Parking area where your guide will take you to the Maputo Special Elephant Reserve. The park is home to 350 african elephants, birds, zebra, antelope, Nile crocodile and hippopotamus.
Tour of the main historical and cultural sites of Maputo: Railway Station; Central Market; Municipal Town Building; Samora Machel Memorials; Iron House; Natural History Museum; Fort; Polana Hotel; The Saturday Bazaar or Arts & Crafts Fair.
Featuring some stunning landscapes and unreal golden hours, the Machangulo Peninsula and Inhaca Island Bays provide a smorgasbord for photographers.
Choose your secluded spot on Machangulo beach for a unique picnic experience. Picnics by boat can be arranged to Inhaca Island and Portuguese Island. Chat to the activities staff to setup your shaded picnic area wherever you choose.
Visit a small village Santa Maria. It is a great opportunity to experience local living. Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at the local restaurant, Bemugi’s Place. Inhaca Island provides a wide array of activities to choose from.
The Marine reserves surrounding the Machangulo Peninsula provides some excellent diving. Off the beaten track diving at its best. With ample options for beginner and advanced divers it is the ideal location for those looking for a unique and unexplored diving experience.
Most popular activity! The Inhaca Island Marine reserve has 2 km of pristine snorkelling and the Picnic Snorkel on the island is highly recommended, one of favourite activities.
The ocean coast of Machangulo lies within a transfrontier marine reserve that reaches far down the coast and across the border into South Africa. The beaches are home to nesting sites for endangered loggerhead and critically endangered leatherback turtles.
The Dune Walking Trail is easily accessible from the lodge that will give you magnificent views of the beach and the lodge.
Between June and November you could spot these giants of the deep and their calves from the shore and on Indian Ocean diving and boating excursions.
MACHANGULO BEACH LODGE
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