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Fact Sheet Facilities & what to expect at Island View Resort
Self Catering Units
Airconditioned Units
*Fans
Mosquito Nets
Sea View Units
Beach Access
Pool On-site
Restaurant On-site
Bar On-site
Free Parking
Boat Launch Site
24hr Security
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*Bare in mind, most people report fans sufficient enough to cool themselves even over hot summer nights
Self Catering Accommodation
Situated on the beach front
Direct access to the beach for quick and easy launching and retrieval of your boat
Sparkling pool with an undercover bar and seating facilities for your convenience
Within walking distance of all shopping facilities in the Inhassoro village
Overlooks the Indian ocean with stunning views of the islands of Bazarutu and Santa Carolina
Excellent fishing and diving spots.
Bedrooms are air-conditioned.
DSTV dish with TV already installed. Please bring your own decoder and card.
Has its own braai facilities.
Has direct access to the beach.
Johnson's Beach Bar nextdoor
Island view has direct access to the beach for quick and easy launching and retrieval of your boat. We also have a sparkling pool with an undercover bar and seating facilities for your convenience. Island View holiday resort is situated on the beach front and is within walking distance of all shopping facilities in the Inhassoro village.
Island View overlooks the Indian ocean with stunning views of the islands of Bazarutu and Santa Carolina,better known as Paradise island. People from around the world visit this area to enjoy the excellent fishing and diving spots.
Two airconditioned bedrooms, open plan kitchen/living area, tiled bathroom with shower, toilet, handbasin and hot and cold water.
Main bedroom has 2 single beds, cupboard and dressing table. Second bedroom has 2 single beds and cupboard. All beds are fitted with mosquito nets and clean linen
Kitchen/living area is equipped with fridge, freezer, 4 plate gas stove with oven, cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils.
6 Seater diningroom table and 6 seater lounge suite. 51cm Colour TV with DSTV Dish. You need to bring your own Decoder and Smart Card.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms are air-conditioned
Self-catering accommodation
DSTV dish with T.V. already installed. Please bring your own decoder and sim-card
Note Kitchen / entertainment area is equipped with fridges, freezers, gas stoves, cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils
This cottage has 4 airconditioned bedrooms, communal kitchen/entertainment area, tiled bathroom with shower, toilet and handbasin with hot and cold water and a seperate toilet for each bedroom.
Kitchen/entertainment area is equipped with fridges, freezers, gas stoves, cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils.
Four Bedrooms, Sleeps 2 up to max 3 people in each room
Each Room has own bathroom
Bedrooms are air-conditioned
Communal Kitchen & Entertainment Area for Bigger Families
Self-catering accommodation
DSTV dish with T.V. already installed. Please bring your own decoder and sim-card
Has its own braai facilities.
Has direct access to the beach.
8 x Bachelor Rooms
We now have available eight additional bachelor type units. These units all come with fully fitted kitchen, bathroom and large airconditioned bedroom. They are idealy suited for single persons or couples with a maximum of one child.
Sleeps: 2 adults and 1 child
Bedrooms are air-conditioned
Self-catering accommodation
Kitchen
Has its own braai facilities
Has direct access to the beach
Johnson's Beach Bar
Situated on the beach, this understandably tends to be a popular and pleasant meeting point where you can enjoy your favourite drink in a very laid back atmosphere. Fresh seafood and delicious chicken dishes can be enjoyed here as well.
Activities
Beach Fishing
Enjoy spectacular surf fishing in the Nyamapwe (BD) Lagoon mouth. Here you can test your tackle against some of the finest and most abundant fish on the Mozambican coast, i.e. Kingfish, Queenfish and Barracuda.
Snorkelling
Visit Paradise Island (Santa Carolina) where you can enjoy the sparkling white beaches, swim and snorkel to your heart's content.
Deep Sea Fishing
The Bazaruto Archipelego is known throughout the world as an outstanding game fishing destination. If you do not have your own boat, we have at our service two of the most experienced and best equipped boat charter operators.
Sight Seeing
Spend a day exploring Vilanculos with its many interesting shops, restaurants and markets.
Island Tours
Island tours can be arranged through the reception at Seta hotel or at Johnson's Bar.
Inhassoro
Groceries: Most of the basic commodities can be sourced at various "supermarkets" or at the informal market located in the center of the village.
Bakery: There is a new bakery 300m up the road from Kangela where fresh bread, rolls and buns are available daily.
Banking: There are two banks in Inhassoro, BCI Bank and BIM Bank, both with ATM's that accept South African and other banking cards.
Foreign currency can be exchanged for Meticais at the BCI Bank.
Fuel: Petrol and diesel are freely available at the filling station on the left as you enter Inhassoro.
Boating: A permit to launch your boat is obtainable at the Maritimo office (Port Captain) at a cost of M1,400.00 for a ski boat. Permit is valid for thirty days.
Vegetables: Can be bought at the informal market in the village.
Health and medicine: There is a hospital with basic medical facilities situated on the main road as you enter Inhassoro. The local pharmacy also supplies a reasonable range of medicines.
Security: Although we have a security guard after hours, we wish to point out that petty crime such as theft is on the increase in Mozambique. By leaving valuables such as cameras, cell phones, fishing gear or clothing unattended outside or on the beach, will lead to temptation and theft thereof.
Island View Resort 2024 Rates: *Rates are subject to change without prior notice
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From R650 Per Unit:
Based on the Bachelor Unit (sleeps 2) per night which would = R325 per person sharing when the rate is divided by 2 people. See our rates table for more information.
A rustic sand castle 60 meters from the beach. Casa Vista da Ihla is a 6 bedroom house, each bedroom has a bathroom en-suite which leads onto a covered patio overlooking the swimming pool transporting you along the patio to the kitchen and lounge
Island view has direct access to the beach for quick and easy launching and retrieval of your boat. We also have a sparkling pool with an undercover bar and seating facilities for your convenience. Island View holiday resort is situated
The bay waters are clear, calm and relatively shallow between mainland and the islands providing ideal conditions for kitesurfing and safe bathing. Diving, snorkeling and big game fishing is extremely popular within the Bazaruto Archipelago and is renowned as one of the best fishing regions off Mozambique's coast for black marlin.
R650 Per Unit (Show Rates)
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Visitors will be pleasantly treated with a game drive through the Maputo Special Reserve before reaching the Machangulo Peninsula. Spot various wildlife from elephants to giraffes, zebra, antelope, flamingos, crocodiles, hippos, birdlife among others ...
Zavora is a beautiful beach renowned for its huge protective reef running 2km parallel and close to the shoreline. This reef acts as a natural tidal pool with shallow, calm waters, perfect for activities such as snorkeling, swimming and fishing
The Island of Mozambique has played an important role since the 10th century in intercontinental trade to the East, in the 16th century is was an established and wealthy trading port for ships sailing on monsoon winds and where cargoes of ivory, gold and slaves were traded for fabrics and spices from India and Arabia.
Tofo Bay is ideally situated along the well renowned Manta Coast - a popular dive site region for all levels of diving experience with over 30 dive sites to explore.
Ponta Falsa (the tip of Pomene beach) has some great rocky cliff features including the "whole in the wall" and a huge blowhole. Explore the ruins of the Old Pomene Hotel which was once the holiday home of Samora Machel where one can admire beautiful bay views
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Quick Tips
Booking early is crucial !!
If you are serious about planning a holiday in Mozambique for Easter, the school holidays or during the Christmas festive season and New Year, then we highly suggest you start placing enquiries a few months in advance to avoid dissapointment. Eg: Start enquiring no later than October for the December holidays.
Believe it or not, people start enquiring as early as January for the December holidays.
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The "From" (starting) rates ...
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Use our Mozambique Pictorial Map to find other amazing places you've never heard of before whether it be close to where you're looking or further beyond. There are so many "hidden gems" in Mozambique than just the usual spots.
Located on one of the most beautiful and lively beaches in Vilanculos, Casa Babi is a Boutique Guest House with a real B&B atmosphere and one of the special accommodation in town. All our rooms overlook the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago. They offer great comfort and fantastic sea-views, one step away from the beach ... ...
For better understanding, we have put together a brief summary guide of what each category means and to also give you an idea of what each associated icon refers to when you see them on listings & adverts.
Listed in alphabetical order
Backpackers Lodge:
Those who are on a tight budget should keep a lookout for this category icon. This type of establishment offers dormitory (shared) bedroom accommodation with other "Backpackers" generally using either single beds or bunk beds with a communal kitchen and shared ablutions.
Bar On-Site:
Meaning the venue has its own bar on-site with staff serving alcohol/non-alcohol beverages and perhaps "pub-grub" included. They may offer satellite TV for bar patrons to follow the latest sporting fixtures live and may also host live music on certain days / evenings.
Bed & Breakfast:
If an establishment has this icon, this means they either include breakfast in their rates or offer the opportunity for you to choose to include breakfast during your stay which is usually served to guests in an on-site breakfast room dinette or restaurant. Some B&B's offer basic / light (continental) breakfasts, Full English breakfasts or buffet style breakfast options.
Campsite / Glamping:
Either they offer camping grounds for you to pitch your own tent if on a tight budget and / or they have their own pre-setup tents for you to camp in, some offering private facilities (aka "Glamping") within their tents such as beds, a fridge, sofa and bathroom.
Conference Venue:
This means the establishment has a dedicated hall room specially arranged and equipped with most facilities to host important business meetings, teambuilding events or any other occasion alike.
Disabled Friendly Accommodation:
Goes without saying. Any establishment marked with this icon and listed under this category offers facilities for those who have reduced mobility. They may have basic facilities for these conditions or advanced. Kindly enquire with them directly for more information and/or specific requirements you may need.
Dive Charter:
These are dive centres who are a team of qualified dive instructors (PADI which means Professional Association of Diving Instructors) offering SCUBA diving lessons for clients and excursions to some of the best dive sites in the region for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Eco Lodges:
Environmentally friendly establishments built by local communities using naturally sourced / non-toxic materials with the objective of protecting the surrounding habitat. These types of lodges range from rustic bush and beach to luxury accommodation. Not only does this movement protect the environment, but it also helps support local families.
Fishing Charter:
This means the associated business offers professional paid-for deep sea fishing charters / outings and excursions for those fishing enthusiasts (and for newbies). They generally have a fully equipped fishing boat and all the fishing gear ready for clients to bait up and cast a line. Their expertize, knowledge and experience will reward you with some of the best fishing spots for an action packed deep sea fishing experience.
For Sale:
If you're looking to invest or buy property in Mozambique, keep an eye out for this category for the latest in the property market.
Full Board Accommodation:
Full Board means breakfast, lunch and dinner (also known as "All Inclusive"). If a venue is listed under this category, then they either offer guests the choice of a full board meal plan during their stay or their rates by default include full board meals. a lot of these establishments will have private personal chefs serving guests top class cuisine.
Group Accommodation:
Because this is a popular search and request amongst many, we have created this specific category for exactly that - group accommodation which is very much the same as our Holiday Homes category. These are establishments that can cater and accommodate for large groups of 8 people and up in the same house / unit offering most self catering facilities as if you are "home away from home".
Guest House:
Similar to a typical B&B, a Guest House is usually a private house offering very few accommodation units all within the main building structure (or some seperately). Some serve home cooked meals within their in-house dining room specially catered to seat all their guests and offer a lounge area where fellow travellers can interact, socialize and share stories.
Holiday Home:
This type of accommodation is usually ideal for large groups of people going on holiday being a "home away from home" with numerous bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen for your self catering needs, lounge, toilets, braai/BBQ area, some with a swimming pool and some offering exclusive privacy.
Honeymoon / Romantic Accommodation:
Very self-explanatory. A venue will be listed under this category if they offer a specific luxury, private honeymoon suite or because our admin has "hand-picked" the establishment to be perfect for such an occasion based on their location and facilities offered. However, you are the best judge when it comes to planning that special getaway with your loved one anyway. Pssst ... and it doesn't have to be expensive either to enjoy, right?!
Hotel:
A hotel is generally a large premises that can accommodate a large amount of guests in many adjacent rooms grading from standard 2 sleeper units to "executive" luxury suites offering more in-room space and facilities. They generally have a restaurant and bar on-site for all day meals and drinks (quite often offered on a buffet dining basis). Other on-site facilities may include a swimming pool, gym, spa, in/outdoor entertainment area for kids, a conference / wedding room for meetings / ceremonies and a small shop.
Restaurant / Personal Chef(s) On-Site:
This indicates that the establishment has a small / large restaurant on-site for their guests (they may also accept walk-ins for non-guests) or they have on-board catering staff serving guests in their own private space or in a designated dining area.
Self Catering:
This type of establishment offers guests facilities required to cater / cook on their own terms whether it be within a holiday home for example or on communal grounds.
Spa:
This means the establishment has spa facilities and services offered to guests who are looking for personal treatments during their vacation.
Tours & Safaris:
These business services can range from swimming with dolphins, horse riding, city tours, boat tours, island tours, dhow tours to game drives and more. You'll have to click on their advert to find out more and what they have to offer.
Wedding Venue:
This means, the venue has all the on-site facilities and catering services to host large or small weddings and ceremonies. Depending on the size of the wedding, some may have enough units to accommodate all wedding guests.
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