CORAL LODGE, NAMPULA
RUSSEL WASSERFALL
A surprising feature of Mozambique for visitors is the number of idyllic tropical islands that lie of its coast in the Indian Ocean. The Bazaruto and Quirimba Archipelagos are strings of beautiful islands which feature luxury lodges that are the stuff of postcards. The Quirimbas suffered heavily in the Covid pandemic and as the result of insurgency by ‘Al-Shabaab Mozambique’ which led to instability in the far north of the country.
A more readily accessible, but still breathtakingly beautiful option for visitors to central Mozambique is Coral Lodge. This gateway to the historic and fascinating Ilha de Moçambique offers a unique blend of luxury and authenticity, on a privately-owned nature reserve in the Veranda District near the village of Cabaceira Pequena, Just a short ride by dhow from Ilha de Moçambique, the exclusive lodge features ten luxury villas blending comfort and style with authentic Mozambican simplicity.
Framed by the clear waters of a tropical mangrove on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other, Coral Lodge is the perfect hideaway in Mozambique.
Coral Lodge is committed to sustainable practices in a pilot project showcasing micro-wind turbine and solar technology. It provides energy for the resort as well as Cabaceira Pequena village, setting an example for the African tourism sector. Every experience a visitor would expect from a sun-kissed holiday in the tropics is on offer while local people benefit both economically and from improved infrastructure.
Accommodation is simple but sophisticated with privacy guaranteed by the layout of 10 suites scattered among the milkwood forest setting.
There are plenty of exciting experiences, including canoeing and paddle-boarding in the mangroves, learning to sail a dhow, whale and dolphin watching (in season), windsurfing, and fishing. The resort welcomes children of all ages and provides activities such as coral puddle exploration, snorkelling lessons, island beach picnics, line fishing and mangrove canoe adventures.
Committed to sustainable practices, the lodge uses micro-wind turbine and solar technology to provide for its energy needs and some of those of the local village, Cabaceira Pequena.
One of the big attractions of the lodge is the chance to snorkel in the pristine, crystal-clear waters and perhaps swim with dolphins.
Trips are easily arranged routing through South Africa, with flights available from South Africa’s Airlink or Mozambique’s LAM airlines. Laura Parry of Mozambique Islands has been promoting and selling Mozambique holiday packages exclusively since 1994 and is a mine of information on the very best experiences in this beautiful country.
Lunch with a view like this and your feet in the sand is part of the package.
Excursions by local dhow, sailed and catered by the top-notch lodge team are part of the joy of a tropical seaside holiday.
Across the bay, accessed by dhow or a 3.8km bridge completed in 1967, is the colonial town of Ilha de Moçambique with architecture and history that echoes Zanzibar’s Stone Town. In fact, it is home to the oldest European building in the southern hemisphere and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s a wonderful destination for the adventurous and those interested in the colonial history of the region.
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