Remote Island Explorations in Mozambique
Duration: 6 days
Highlights: Explore islands and turquoise waters, historic colonial mansions while indulging in the serene escape of the incredible views and sunsets.
Enjoy a complete escape on a tiny island in the middle of the Mozambique nowhere. Situated in the Quirimbas National Park of northern Mozambique imagine a remote Mozambican island lost in time, all but forgotten to the outside world for nearly a century.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Ibo Island
Depart Pemba International Airport on a light aircraft flight over the islands and turquoise waters to Ibo Island Lodge. Probably the most compelling attraction in the Quirimbas, Ibo's 200-year-old ghost town and 16th Century forts make for a fascinating journey to an era long forgotten.
Ibo Island lodge has spectacular views over the waterfront and tidal bay and accommodates guests in beautifully simple, yet elegant rooms. Historic colonial mansions with high ceilings have been stylishly renovated to accommodate the lodge with various verandas, tropical gardens and a spectacular roof top restaurant that provides the ideal venue to watch the sun go down.
Overnight: Ibo Island Lodge
Meal Plan: L,D
Day 2 - Matemo Island
Depart Ibo Island for your exploration north into the Quirimbas Archipelago. Sail into the clearest of blue water with pristine corals below to snorkel and explore. Turquoise clear waters and beautiful scenery awaits you en route. Enjoy a day trip to Ulumbwa Estuary. The beautiful Ulumbwa river mouth beckons and it is here where fascinating rural fishing villages dot the shore.
Overnight: Matemo Island camp
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 3 - Matemo Island
Enjoy an early morning sail up the Ulumbwa estuary viewing a variety of birds & mangroves that thrive in this area. Return to the beautiful beach camp set up under the palms on the shores of Matemo Island with enough time to explore Matemo while enjoying a walk or swim.
Overnight: Matemo Island camp
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 4 - Ibo Island
The emphasis at Ibo Island Lodge is a mix between guided activities and relaxation and a base from which to explore fascinating Ibo Island. Enjoy guided historical and cultural tours offering outstanding photographic opportunities, wander around the stone town and ruins. Relax at one of the pools and or book a massage for the ultimate island pamper. Marine based optional activities are also available, a full PADI dive centre, sea kayaking, snorkelling and dolphin encounter safaris.
Overnight: Ibo Island Lodge
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 5 - Ibo Island
Enjoy another day at Ibo Island Lodge.
Overnight: Ibo Island Lodge
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 6 - Day of Departure
Overnight:
Meal Plan: B
