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Fact Sheet Facilities & what to expect at Phambuka Resort
Self Catering Units
WiFi Access
Cell Reception
*Fans
Mosquito Nets
Sea View Units
Beach Access
Pool On-site
Restaurant On-site
Bar On-site
Secured Parking
Power & Plug Points
24hr Security
4x4 Transfer Services
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*Bare in mind, most people report fans sufficient enough to cool themselves even over hot summer nights
Situated in the quiet bush on the southern outskirts 2km from central Ponta do Ouro
Relaxing natural environment that is safe and family friendly
Affordable self catering dune, beach and forest units (some with beautiful sea views) sleeping from 2 - 8 people
Numerous large and shady campsites with power points and shared ablutions
On-site beach restaurant which has amazing views of the coastline
Communal swimming pool with picnic and braai area
Phambuka Resort is a locally owned and run resort situated in the quiet bush on the southern outskirts of Ponta do Ouro. Just about 2km from the busy village you can enjoy the relaxing natural environment that is safe and family friendly.
If you would love to enjoy a holiday in Ponta Do Ouro but don't want the craziness of the busy season this will be the perfect spot for you.
Phambuka Resort offers affordable beach front accommodation basic but clean and neat, the beach cottages have stunning sea views and the Forest cottages, set back from the beach are a great budget friendly option. There are an abundant number and variety of shady campsites, some are closer to the beach and other set back are closer to the pool. All the sites have power points and there are several ablutions. There is an on-site restaurant which has amazing views of the coastline. There is beach access for all the guests next to the restaurant so you can enjoy the beach away from the crowds and the pool area has a picnic and braai space.
Note 180 degree Sea view patio with lounge & dinning area and basic kitchenette
Self catering, 3 bedrooms, 2 double and 1 room with a double & 2 single beds with fans and mozzie nets. 180 degree Sea view patio with lounge & dinning area and basic kitchenette with a fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils and braai. 1 x Ensuite shower and toilet & 1 separate bathroom. Bed linen & towels are supplied but no toiletries. This cottage has it's own private pool. The location of the cottage is elevated and there are a lot of stairs so it is not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. 4x4 preferred.
Note 180 degree Sea view deck with dinning area and basic kitchenette
Self catering, two bedrooms, 2 double beds with fans and mozzie nets. 180 degree Sea view deck with dinning area and basic kitchenette with a fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils and braai. Ensuite shower and toilet. Bed linen & towels are supplied but no toiletries. 4x4 preferred.
Note 180 degree Sea view deck with dinning area and basic kitchenette
Self catering, two bedrooms, one double and 2 single beds with fans and mozzie nets. 180 degree Sea view deck with dinning area and basic kitchenette with a fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils and braai. Ensuite shower and toilet. Bed linen & towels are supplied but no toiletries. 4x4 preferred.
Note Currently under major renovations. 180 degree Sea view deck with dinning area and basic kitchenette
Self catering, two bedrooms, one double and 2 single beds with fans and mozzie nets. 180 degree Sea view deck with dinning area and basic kitchenette with a fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils and braai. Ensuite shower and toilet. Bed linen & towels are supplied but no toiletries. 4x4 preferred.
Note Deck with sea view. 4x4 preferred. Stairs to cottage
Self-catering. 2 sleeper 1 x double bed with fan and mozzie net. Ensuite shower and toilet & basic kitchenette with a fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils. Deck with sea view. 4x4 preferred. Stairs to cottage.
Note Direct access to the beach and next to the beach restaurant 4x4 preferred
Self-catering 2 sleeper room with double bed, fan and mozzie net. Basic kitchenette with a fridge & 2 plate cooker basic crockery and utensils, there is a patio with sea view and braai. Ensuite shower and toilet. Bed linen & towels are supplied but no toiletries. Direct access to the beach and next to the beach restaurant 4x4 preferred.
Note Direct access to the beach and next to the beach restaurant 4x4 preferred.
Self-catering 2 sleeper reed hut with double bed, fan and mozzie net. Basic kitchenette with a fridge & 2 plate cooker basic crockery and utensils, there is an ensuite shower & toilet. Bed linen is supplied but no towels or toiletries. Direct access to the beach and next to the beach restaurant 4x4 preferred.
Note No sea view, Bed linen & towels are supplied NO toiletries. 4x4 only.
Self-catering 2 sleeper studios units with double bed, fan and mozzie net. Basic kitchenette with a fridge & 2 plate cooker basic crockery and utensils, there is a small patio and each studio has it's own ensuite shower & toilet. No sea view, Bed linen & towels are supplied NO toiletries. 4x4 only.
Note ±600 metres from the beach. ±20 meters from the swimming pool
Self-catering. 2 bedrooms with double beds & 2 single beds in the lounge with fans & mozzi nets. NO AIR-CONS. Lounge/dinning area, basic kitchenette with fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils. There is a bathroom with shower and toilet and a garden with patio, outdoor table and chairs and braai. Bed linen & bath towels are supplied NO toiletries are suppled. ±600 metres from the beach. ± 20 meters from the swimming pool. 4x4 or 2x4 access. On site restaurant at the beach.
Note ±600 metres from the beach. ±20 meters from the swimming pool
Self-catering. 2 bedrooms, 1 x double & 2 x single beds with fans & mozzi nets. NO AIR-CONS. Lounge/dinning area, basic kitchenette with fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils. There is a bathroom with shower and toilet and a garden with patio, outdoor table and chairs and braai. Bed linen & bath towels are supplied NO toiletries are suppled. ±600 metres from the beach. ± 20 meters from the swimming pool. 4x4 or 2x4 access. On site restaurant at the beach.
Note ±400 metres from the beach. ±100 meters from the swimming pool
Self-catering. 3 bedrooms, 2 x double & 1 x 2 single beds with fans & mozzi nets. NO AIR-CONS. Lounge/dinning area, basic kitchenette with fridge, 2 plate cooker and basic crockery and utensils. There is a bathroom with shower and toilet and a garden with patio, outdoor table and chairs and braai. Bed linen & bath towels are supplied NO toiletries are suppled. ±400 metres from the beach. ± 100 meters from the swimming pool. 4x4 or 2x4 access. On site restaurant at the beach.
Note Bed linen is supplied but no towels or toiletries. No sea view. 4x4 preferred
Self-catering 2 sleeper single room bungalow with double bed, fan and mozzie net. There is and ensuite shower and toilet, minimal basic kitchen equipment with a fridge & 2 plate cooker basic crockery and utensils. Bed linen is supplied but no towels or toiletries. No sea view. 4x4 preferred.
Note Bed linen is supplied but no towels or toiletries. No sea view. 4x4 preferred
Self-catering 2 sleeper single room bungalow with double bed, fan and mozzie net. There is and ensuite shower and toilet, minimal basic kitchen equipment with a fridge & 2 plate cooker basic crockery and utensils. Bed linen is supplied but no towels or toiletries. no sea view. 4x4 preferred.
Campsites
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Beach, Bush & Forest Campsites Bring your own cooking facilities
Basic camp sites, with trees, shade and grass, power on each site, communal ablutions. No braais are provided. Approx. 50 - 200 metres from the beach. Access to swimming pool and braai area ± 500 metres. Direct beach access, viewing deck and beach restaurant. 4x4 only. No sea views.
Bush Campsites:
Basic bush camp sites, Lots of trees and shade, power on each site, communal ablutions. ± 500 - 700 metre from the beach. Swimming pool. Access to beach and viewing deck & beach restaurant. 4x4 or 2x4 access. No braais are provided.
Forest Campsites:
Basic camp sites, Lots of tall trees, level sites with shade and grass, ideal for off road trailers and caravans, power on each site, communal ablutions. ± 400 metres from the beach, ± 200 metres from the swimming pool, access to the beach and viewing deck & beach restaurant. No braais are provided. 4x4 or 2x4 access. Some of these sites are very big and require a minimum number of campers.
Phambuka Resort 2025 Rates: *Rates are subject to change without prior notice
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From R700 Per Unit:
Based on the 2 Sleeper Bungalow per night during Out of Season which would = R350 per person sharing when the rate is divided by 2 people. See our rates table for more information.
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Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...
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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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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.
Phambuka Resort offers affordable beach front accommodation basic but clean and neat, the beach cottages have stunning sea views and the Forest cottages, set back from the beach are a great budget friendly option. There are an abundant number and variety of shady campsites ... ...
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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