Vilanculo :: overview

In the heart of a Mozambique along its jagged coastline, is place where an endless amount of time can be spent lying peacefully on sandy white beaches staring over emerald water at tropical islands.  

 

The coral reefs are profuse with a diversity of tropical fish and turtles, and are amongst the most pristine in the Western Indian Ocean. Dolphins are seen year round and whales are seasonal visitors to the Archepelago. The park is also home to the last viable population of dugong on the east African coast.

 

There is an abundance of bird species, including the crab plover and olive bee-eater that tunnels its nest into the sand dunes. Large flocks of migrant waders visit the fertile mud flats from September to April, and the nomadic Greater Flamingo arrive around mid-October.   The town of Vilanculos has grown extensively over the last decade, and has been the recipient of considerable inward investment into its tourism infrastructure.

 

The place is known as Vilanculos, it's located around 700km's North of Maputo and its Mozambique's best kept secret for travellers wishing to venture into paradise. Unlike other destinations, Vilanculos is accessible by all vehicles (you don't need a 4x4) and it has its own airport, operating direct flights to South Africa on a daily basis. It’s also possible to fly directly from Maputo.

 

Vilanculos is a bustling village with an active fresh produce market and several small shops selling various supplies and a number of small quaint restaurants serving up Vilanculos's finest sea food. Petrol and telephone lines are also available.

 

Many would argue that you haven't really experienced Mozambique until you've stayed in Vilanculos, cut off from the chaos of life, and woken to watch the sun rise over its calm crystal clear waters or spent the day soaking up the sun.

 

For those of you looking for an active holiday there are is an abundance of activities available such as island adventures or reef trips, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, booze cruises and paragliding.  Whether you're in pursuit of leisure or activity, excitement or relaxation, the extraordinary mix of friendly people and rustic surroundings that Vilanculos has to offer will captivate you.