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Zalala Beach Lodge (which opens its doors in February 2012) is a one-hour drive from the port town of Quelimane, the capital of Zambezia province. The Lodge has 10 elegantly furnished bungalows and two 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom family houses (from March or April) facing the expansive 20km long Zalala beach. Lodge facilities include a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and extensive grounds to explore.
Zalala Beach is fringed by a pine forest and you can walk along it for miles, simply enjoying watching the fishermen bringing in their nets and looking out at the endless horizon. You can also rent a bike and cycle to one of the reeded bars or restaurants further along the beach.
The area is also rich in music and culture: Zalala hosts a big music and crafts festival on the beach every year in November or December and Quelimane is home to the biggest annual Carnival in Mozambique, which has been likened to the Rio Carnival of Brazil!
Visitors should definitely make use of the interesting excursions on offer. These include the village walk around the neighbouring fishing village, canoe rides to various place of interest, such as the port of Macuse, the landing place of the sixteen century discoverer, Vasco da Gama, a tour of the tea plantations and stunning mountain scenery of the Gurue region and a day out at the Hot Springs where the Lodge has established an eco-visitor centre for guests to enjoy the springs and river walks.
The Lodge operates on a responsible tourism structure and strives to enhance benefits from tourism for local communities through access to jobs, training, and trading opportunities, as well as through lobbying and fundraising to address community needs with respect to schooling, health and improved infrastructures.
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Facilities & Amenities |
- Ceiling fans, mosquito nets and mini-bar in rooms
- Individual porch looking out at sea
- Restaurant serving 3 meals a day
- Swimming pool and loungers
- Bar serving cocktails
- Beach loungers and towels
- Private function facilities
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- Quelimane town – historic interest and nightlife
- Community walk in Supinho fishing village
- Canoe rides to Idugo Island and historic port of Macuse
- Nhafuba Hot Springs (40kms)
- Gurué. tea plantations and waterfall
- Gilé Natural Reserve
- Community walk in Supinho fishing village
- Canoe ride to Idugo Island
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- Beach volleyball
- Swimming
- Jogging
- Cycling
- Canoeing
- Bird watching
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The restaurant serves freshly caught fish and seafood dishes. Other specialties include traditional Zambezian barbecued chicken.
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Fully stocked bar
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- Gratuities
- Curios
- All items of a personal nature
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- Mosquito repellent (rooms have nets)
- Insecticide
- Sunscreen, sunhat plus sunglasses
- Sandals and comfortable walking shoes
- Swimming costume
- Warm top or jacket for evenings (July/August)
- Camera, spare film, batteries and binoculars
- Malaria medication
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- By car: travel 40km north from Quelimane.
- By plane: fly to Maputo where you catch a domestic flight to Quelimane (there are daily flights). You will be met by Lodge transfer that will bring you to the Lodge (45 minute drive – the charge is $15)
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Children of all ages are welcome at Zalala.
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- It is advisable to carry cash or travelers cheques
- ATMs are limited and tend to be unreliable, but local banks have branches in most cities
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