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Fact Sheet Facilities & what to expect at Vanilla View Villa
Self Catering Unit
Bed & Breakfast (Optional)
*Fans
Mosquito Nets
Pool On-site
Parking
Housekeeping
Airport Transfers
4x4 Transfer Services
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*Bare in mind, most people report fans sufficient enough to cool themselves even over hot summer nights
Luxury holiday villa
Perfect place for romantic getaways as well as a holiday for the whole family
Situated in a tranquil and secure environment 1.2 km from Tofo town
The villa is ideally positioned overlooking the mangroves and the Indian ocean
Designed in a "Rustic Chic" way allowing to blend in perfectly into the surrounds
The villa offers 3 spacious luxury en suite rooms all with private open air showers
The main bedrooms boasting with his and hers open air showers and sunken baths
Infinity pool
Boma with outdoor lounging areas
Self Catering facilities (B&B option available)
The villa is serviced daily providing towels and quality percale linen
Airport and daily transfers can be arranged at an additional cost
Vanilla View is situated in a tranquil and secure environment 1.2 km from Tofo town in the Inhambane province of Mozambique, also know as the province of friendly people. With numerous attractions sought after by both local and international visitors alike. World class diving including all year round sightings of the famous whale sharks.
Vanilla View Villa are the perfect place for romantic getaways as well as a holiday for the whole family. The Villa is ideally positioned overlooking the mangroves and the Indian ocean.
Vanilla View Villa is designed in a "Rustic Chic" way allowing to blend in perfectly into the surrounds. The villa offers 3 spacious luxury en suite rooms all with private open air showers. The main bedrooms boasting with his and hers open air showers and sunken baths.
The infinity pools offer a great space to relax after a hot day at the beach next to the boma with outdoor lounging areas.
If you are self-catering this is the kitchen you want to be cooking in for your holiday. Or take the B&B option and be spoiled with a healthy breakfast made by the ladies of the house. The villa is serviced daily providing towels and quality percale linen.
Airport and daily transfers can be arranged at an additional cost.
Activities
Scuba Diving
The scuba diving in Tofo is truly world class. Conditions are good for diving all year round. The summer months are best for seeing whalesharks. Although they are here all year, November to March are the best months to see them and the water is warm - around 28 degrees centigrade.
During the winter months - April to October - there are humpback whales in the area and these can be spotted daily. Giant manta rays of a species so far seen only in these waters can be found on sites such as Manta Reef, The Oasis and Amazon.
Surfing
Tofinho beach is renowned for being the surf capital of Mozambique. The waves in Tofo are perfect for beginners and for the more experienced, go to Tofinho and Back Door beaches. If you don't have your board you can rent one from The Waterworks Surf and Coffee Shop.
We also offer surf specials. Please contact us for more details.
Fishing
There is some excellent fishing to be done in Tofinho, both from the shore or boat and the area is known for its good game fishing. You need to bring your own equipment if you are fishing from shore but there are various fishing charters available that will take you out by boat for a chance to catch the big ones. The headland at Tofinho is a favourite with both locals and visitors.
Getting There
Driving
If you wish to drive to Vanilla View, take the EN1 (the main road through Mozambique) and follow it until you get to the junction just south of Maxixe at Lindela. The road is in a good condition tarmac a. Once at the junction at Lindela, follow the road all the way to Inhambane City. Once through Inhambane, another tarmac road (the EN259) follows the coast all the way to Tofo. All roads are clearly sign-posted. If in difficulty, ask any of the friendly locals and they will direct you to the road to Tofo. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is necessary for the last 700m to Vanilla view, but as the tarmac road runs all the way down to the beach. However, particular caution is advised on the roads connecting the EN1 to Inhambane and Tofo, especially at night, due to a very uneven road surface.
Flying
The closest international airports are at Inhambane, just a 20 minute drive from Tofo Beach, and also Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. There are flights from Johannesburg International Airport and Maputo International airport to Inhambane airport most days of the week. Flights are with LAM. Please check the airline website www.lam.co.mz for details or book with your local travel agent. Please contact us for details of transfer rates.
By bus
Local buses run daily to Inhambane from Maputo (leaving at around 5.30am and at 11.00am) in the south and Beira in the north. The bus from Maputo to Inhambane takes around 7-8 hours. The bus from Beira takes around 12 hours. Local buses and taxis (chappas) run several times a day from Inhambane to Tofo. The journey takes around 30--45 minutes.
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Cancellation Policy
If for any unforeseen reason we have to change your booking, we will do our best to offer you alternative accommodation of the same standard and if possible in the same / similar location. If we have to cancel your booking for reasons beyond our control, we will refund all monies in full. No extra monies will be due. We do not accept liability for travel expenses, alternative accommodation or other expenses that may be incurred.
We strongly recommend all customers to purchase trip cancellation / travel insurance.
Cancellation by you (guest) - Standard Terms
Cancellation fees are as follows: Length of time before arrival when we receive your cancellation in writing:
50% deposit - non refundable
between 4 weeks - 2 weeks before arrival - lose 50%
At 2 weeks or less before arrival - lose 100%
We strongly recommend all customers to purchase trip cancellation / travel insurance.
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Vanilla View Villa 2024 - 2025 Rates
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Please contact the lodge by calling or emailing them via the "Email / Book" online form for rates
Cancellation Policy
If for any unforeseen reason we have to change your booking, we will do our best to offer you alternative accommodation of the same standard and if possible in the same / similar location. If we have to cancel your booking for reasons beyond our control, we will refund all monies in full. No extra monies will be due. We do not accept liability for travel expenses, alternative accommodation or other expenses that may be incurred.
We strongly recommend all customers to purchase trip cancellation / travel insurance.
Cancellation by you (guest) - Standard Terms
Cancellation fees are as follows: Length of time before arrival when we receive your cancellation in writing:
50% deposit - non refundable
between 4 weeks - 2 weeks before arrival - lose 50%
At 2 weeks or less before arrival - lose 100%
We strongly recommend all customers to purchase trip cancellation / travel insurance.
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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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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:
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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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