Accommodation in Vilanculos
Dolphin Dhow Accommodation
Dolphin Dhow Accommodation is situated right on the beach in the lovely Vilanculos and offers guests beautiful views of the ocean. The lodge is situated within walking distance of the lovely beach where guests can relax and soak up the sun or cool off in the cool water. Various water sports like sea kayaking, windsurfing, snorkelling and fishing can also be enjoyed. ... More »
Golden Sands Apartments
Golden Sands comprises two stunning apartments; one on the ground floor and one on the upper level. Each air-conditioned unit has two en-suite bedrooms and a spacious open-plan living area. ... More »
Pescador
Overlooking The Bazaruto Archipelago, Pescador Hotel offers exclusive accommodation and fine dining in the vibrant coastal town of Vilanculos. All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning, and there is also a salt water swimming pool and upstairs deck with sea views. ... More »
Baobab Beach
Baobab Beach is situated directly on the beach and just a kilometre from the colourful market in Vilanculos, Mozambique. The lodge looks out over the azure seas and shifting sands of the Bazaruto Archipelago. ... More »
Island View Vilanculos
This resort is enjoyed by those who want to get away from it all, switch off and relax in peace and quiet in beautiful unspoilt nature. No traffic, few people, 700 km north of Maputo and well worth the drive on excellent tar roads to Vilankulo. ... More »
Casa Jules
Casa Jules is a wonderful hotel with eight bedrooms along the beach in central Vilanculos. The hotel has shared facilities with Zombie Cucumber which is situated next door. Being built in a park, the hotel is surrounded by lush hibiscus and coconut trees. ... More »
Zombie Cucumber Guest House
Zombie Cucumber is ideally located in central Vilanculos and offers easy access to the Indian Ocean, only a two-minute walk away. The central market and the bus station are also close by. ... More »
Le Jardin De La Mangrove
Le Jardin De La Mangrove is located on the shores of the Indian Ocean in the tropical town of Vilanculos. The town offers a rustic lifestyle, with a night life that is buzzing with local music and local cuisine. Vilanculos is also Mozambique’s capital of water sports, and the beach is lined with beachfront holiday accommodation from economy to luxury. ... More »
About Vilanculos
Draped along Africa’s Indian Ocean coastline from South Africa up to Tanzania is magical Mozambique. Vilanculos is a small, vibrant, coastal town 700 kilometres from the Mozambique capital, Maputo. It boasts a new international airport and is the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelagos, idyllic offshore islands that make up a string of jewels in the Indian Ocean.
Vilanculos is a piece of paradise with dazzling powder-white beaches, coconut palms, crystal blue waters, superb all-year round temperate climate and is the perfect hideaway for a holiday that offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. There is a wide variety of accommodation anywhere from camping and backpackers to sublime luxury hotels and private, self-catering homes. Dining out is a pleasure as there are a handful of excelled restaurants offering the freshest sea food among other delights and specialities in Portuguese fair. For those who prefer self-catering, the local markets and fishermen have all that is necessary to do your own thing. Plus there are small supermarkets for all your little necessities. Adventure comes in so many forms – best marlin fishing in the world, snorkelling, boating, diving, kite surfing and just good old swimming.
Dhow sailboat trips and motorboat trips are offered by many to fulfil your adrenalin rush or provide the amazing opportunity of swimming with dolphins or sea turtles. The people are friendly and in no time at all, you would have made life-long friends. Vilanculos is just pure bliss! Indulge yourself!