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Fact Sheet Facilities & what to expect at Ponta Membene Chalets & Campsites
Self Catering Units
WiFi Access
*Fans
Beach Access
Free Parking
Cleaning Services
Electricity
Airport Transfers
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*Bare in mind, most people report fans sufficient enough to cool themselves even over hot summer nights
Nestled in the core of Maputo Special Reserve's coastal forest
Only a few metres away from the long fine white sand beach and the turquoise sea
Experience nature close-up with indoor-outdoor living
Elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, exquisite bird sighting and many more are awaiting you
Self-catering Dune and Forest Chalets
Each chalet has an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with sofa bed, bathroom has an outdoor shower and outdoor braai fire pit
Campsites with exclusive ablutions
Group campsite with its own kitchen facility and ablution
Campsites are located next to the idyllic beach of Ponta Membene
The campsites each have hot showers, a USB plug point, 18h to 22h electricity, a water tap, and braai facilities
Swim with dolphins
Contemplate the multi-coloured coral reefs and their countless inhabitants
Dive and meet whales and whale sharks
Wheelchair access
Secured parking
Outdoor Pool
Restaurant
BBQ / Picnic area
Tour/sightseeing desk
Cleaning Services
Free Parking
Fully Furnished Chalets
Free WiFi
Airport Transfers
Nestled in the core of Maputo Special Reserve's coastal forest, behind the sand dunes and few metres away from the long fine white sand beach and the turquoise sea, Ponta Membene offers the ideal base for both adventurous safari and laziness.
Accommodation is offered in self-catering Forest Chalets, as well as campsites with exclusive ablutions and a group campsite with its own kitchen facility and ablution.
Note Bed & Breakfast or Dinner, Bed & Breakfast options available
These chalets each contain 1 bedroom with a king bed, a private bathroom with an outdoor shower, and an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with a sofa bed. Each chalet has an outdoor braai fire pit area.
Note Bed & Breakfast or Dinner, Bed & Breakfast options available
These chalets sleep 5 and have 2 bedrooms. The 1st bedroom has a king bed and the 2nd bedroom has 2 single beds. The bathroom has an outdoor shower. Each chalet has an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with sofa bed, and outdoor braai fire pit.
Note Bed & Breakfast or Dinner, Bed & Breakfast options available
These 1 bedroom chalets sleep 2 guest. The bedroom has a king bed and an extra single bed can be added. The bathroom has an indoor | outdoor shower. Each chalet has an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with sofa bed, and outdoor braai fire pit.
Note Bed & Breakfast or Dinner, Bed & Breakfast options available
These chalets sleep 5 and have 2 bedrooms. The 1st bedroom has a king bed and the 2nd bedroom has 2 single beds. The bathroom has an outdoor shower. Each chalet has an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with sofa bed, and outdoor braai fire pit.
Note Bed & Breakfast or Dinner, Bed & Breakfast options available
Positioned on top of the hill set in the serene forest, these chalets offer privacy, comfort and luxury ideal for couple getaways
Amenities:
Max Guests: 3 (Max 3 adults)
Sitting area
Cleaning service
Ceiling fan
Dining table
Shower only
Microwave
Kitchenette
Bar fridge
2 plate stove
Patio
Campsite Overview
The campsites are located next to the idyllic beach of Ponta Membene and offers you the opportunity to enjoy our vibrant fauna during the day and relax in front of the fire at night. The campsites each have hot showers, a USB plug point, 18h to 22h electricity, a water tap, and braai facilities.
Each campsite has space for up to four tents, and has its own ablution facility with hot showers and a scullery area with a worktop including plug point. Each campsite has a boma and braai area.
These campsites are suitable for roof-top tents and have space for up to four tents. Each campsite has its own ablution facility with hot showers and a scullery area with a worktop including a plug point. Each campsite has a boma and braai area.
This site is perfect for large groups of tours and overlanders and has space for up to 10 tents. The campsite has its own fully equipped kitchen, dining area, ladies and gents ablutions with hot showers, and a boma and braai area.
Amenities:
Max Guests: 20 (Max 20 adults)
Ceiling fan
Dining table
Shower only
Refrigerator
Full kitchen
2 plate stove
Braai / Barbeque facilities
Activities & Attractions
Explore the wild splendours of the Maputo Special Reserve surrounding you. Elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, exquisite bird sighting and many more are awaiting you. If you would rather just relax, then the wild Mozambican coast at your feet invites you on kilometres of pristine beach, and the turquoise sea welcomes you to meet an exceptional marine fauna and flora: swim with dolphins, contemplate the multi-coloured coral reefs and their countless inhabitants, dive and meet whales and whale sharks.
After years of meticulous planning, and the immeasurable passion of hundreds of people working together towards the honorable goal to preserve a natural wonderland in a way that will allow its unspoiled beauty to be enjoyed by one and all. Ponta Membene is truly becoming 'The Jewel in the Crown' of the national treasure that is Maputo National Park, offering wildlife experiences and moments that will last a lifetime.
Ponta Membene Chalets & Campsites 2024 Rates: *Rates are subject to change without prior notice
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Nestled in the core of Maputo Special Reserve's coastal forest, behind the sand dunes and few metres away from the long fine white sand beach and the turquoise sea, Ponta Membene offers the ideal base for both adventurous safari and laziness
Ponta Milibangalala is located in the Maputo Special Reserve offering holiday seekers the opportunity to go on an adventurous game drive where elephants, hippos, crocodiles, antelope, zebras, giraffe among others roam in this peaceful reserve of large lakes, wetlands, majestic plains, grasslands, coastal and mangrove forests
This seaside holiday resort is located along the stunning coast of the Maputo Special Reserve offering miles of untouched beaches, magnificent beach and ocean views, reefs teeming with marine life and a diversity of wildlife to spot within the picturesque reserve ...
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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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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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