Machubo Beach Mozambique

Welcome to another one of Mozambique's hidden and unspoiled holiday destinations where serenity, natural surroundings and sounds of ocean shore breaks is the theme of your holiday. Machubo Beach is ideal for those needing that much needed break away from the noise of chaotic society and seek isolation from maddening crowds and want complete relaxation.

Machubo Beach Accommodation

Machubo Beach is ideally located in southern Mozambique 80km north east of Maputo and a fair 7 to 8 hours drive from Johannesburg, Pretoria and Durban (650km) - weather and border delays permitting of course.

The long stretches of pristine beaches are backed up by large elevated sand dunes knitted with coastal vegetation and reward any visitor during whale season a lovely vantage point for observing these magnificent giants playfully breaching, spyhopping and lobtailing whilst they breed, give birth and migrate to warmer waters from the Antarctica between July and October.

Fun Fact:

And if you are around between October and March, you could observe leatherback and loggerhead turtles nesting on the beaches or if you're lucky, their turtle hatchlings scrambling to sea if your timing is right. Read more about Machubo Beach

Fishing enthusiasts can treat themselves to a thrilling day of deep sea fishing on a fishing charter excursion, kayak fishing or by simply relaxing on the beach with the family and casting a line from the shore where angling is known to be somewhat exceptionally successful due to the reefs close by.

Nature and bird lovers can embrace their beautiful surroundings and the prolific coastal birdlife on and off the beach as well as in their habitat around various freshwater lakes nearby and through lovely nature trails.

Guided 4x4 tours and excursions are offered to those who want to explore and learn more about the surrounding coastline, the spectacular inland freshwater lakes including trips up to Bilene and Turtle Rock.

Other activities to do in Machubo Beach include surfing, kayaking, sailing, jet-skiing, boating (yes, you can bring your own boat), romantic strolls along the beach with your loved one or by simply relaxing on the beach, soaking up the sun with an umbrella picnic with the family.