Massinga Beach
Return flights from Johannesburg to Vilanculos
Accommodation in an Ocean Front Deluxe Room
NOTE: Rates apply only to SA residents
One of an increasing number of more stylish lodges now opening up on the mainland coastline of Mozambique, Massinga Beach occupies a blissfully isolated position perched above a seemingly endless stretch of beach 90 km north of Inhambane.
We love the Ocean Front Deluxe rooms in particular where you can relax in the plunge pool on your private deck whilst your eyes drink in the 180 degree views!
Stylish and luxurious room interiors which offer great quality at a very reasonable price
Blissfully isolated position away from the crowds
Gorgeous swimming pool and beach bar down on the beach reached by golf cart
Take a stroll along the deserted beach or keep yourself busy with a host of outdoor activities
Whilst the Ocean View Junior Suites are bigger with their separate lounge areas, it's a pity they are set back in the second row and not in the front (although they are elevated and set in the gap between the front rooms)
The water-based activities do not leave directly from the lodge - instead they're done from Bonito Bay, a half hour drive north of the lodge
Not as many activities as other lodges - hence we suggest a maximum stay of 5 nights unless guests are divers
The rooms are spread out and quite high up on the ridge so you're not on the beach itself - but just jump on a golf cart and you're there in 2 ticks!
we feel that the gorgeous and luxurious rooms make Massinga Beach particularly suited to honeymooners or couples wanting a romantic break away from it all – particularly the 16 luxurious Ocean Front rooms
30 - 16 Ocean Front Deluxe Rooms and 14 Ocean View Junior Suites
5 nights max unless guests are divers
Over the last decade or so, virtually all of the better, more upmarket beach lodges in Mozambique were to be found on the islands of the various archipelagos lying off the coast - and without fail these very exclusive properties have become more and more expensive. So it’s been great news to see the opening of an increasing number of excellent yet more reasonably priced lodges along the mainland coastline in recent years – and Massinga Beach looks to be one of the most lovely of the new arrivals!
The Inhambane/Tofu area is one that is extremely popular with South Africans holidaying in Mozambique – especially the self-drive, self catering market with their 4x4’s who have found it perfect for an affordable holiday complete with sun, palm trees, cheap seafood and beer and with excellent fishing and diving. Unfortunately that has also meant that it hasn’t been particularly suited to more upmarket clients looking for a spot of peace and quiet away from the crowds. But whilst it’s accessed via Inhambane airport, Massinga Beach allows you to escape the crowds as it enjoys a stunningly isolated and remote location about 90 km up the coast from Inhambane. It's a 2 hour transfer up to the lodge but quite a fun experience in itself as after being met at the airport you take a hop by dhow across the bay to Maxixe where you are then transferred for the last 45 minute stretch by vehicle to Massinga. Approached through endless groves of palm trees, the lodge stands perched on a ridge with breathtaking views over a seemingly endless stretch of pristine sandy beach.