Marlin Lodge

At Marlin you can't escape the age-old rhythms of Africa, the heady sense of history. There's the legacy of Portuguese carracks, trading dhows bearing slaves and ivory to the East and whispered legends of the Queen of Sheba's Ophir pearls.

Each day you'll be reminded of the Archipelago's colourful past as fishermen pole their beautiful dhows - a sight unaltered in centuries - out to catch the wind.

The locals continue to live a laid-back island lifestyle. And late at night you may hear the pulse of distant drums.

In a National Marine Park in Mozambique, lies an Archipelago of off shore islands known as The Bazaruto Archipelago. There are three main islands known as Margaruque, Benguera and Bazaruto. On the second largest island, Benguera lies idyllic Marlin Lodge.

The Lodge
Marlin's en-suite Chalets stretch along the beach of Flamingo Bay. Each sea-facing chalet has a private patio with a walkway down to the sandy white beach. The elegant elivated wooden structures snakes along the back of the chalets, connecting them to the main area. and is beautifully integrated into the sensitive Island environment.

The wood-reed-and-thatch chalets are a blend of elegance and African Island beauty. Decorated with a hue of creams, browns, and slight blues, the chalets reflect luxury and essential comfort.

The center-piece is a living-dining area where one can retreat from the African sun, sip on a Marlin Lodge cocktail or lazily catch up on some reading.

Our freshwater pool is set in a glade of Coconut and Ilala palms. Upon occasion lunch is served here which creates an origional African Island setting.

Marlin Lodge cuisine is a colourful and exotic delight... Venues vairy from, semi-formal in the open air dining room, to the excuisite beach, for a once in a life time "dining under the stars"

Chalets
Classic Chalets
A maximum of 2 guests per chalet. These Chalets are a unique blend of Luxury, romance but yet a more rustic combination. The classic chalets have undergone a soft re-furbishment and have all received the new linen, furniture and little extras.

The Marlin Classic Chalets all have a roof fan and new mosquito netting ,with an en-suite bathroom. the roof is thatch and the walls are cladded with Mozambican reed, and are all west facing , towards the sunset.

Each Chalet has its own balcony with deck chairs as well as direct access to the beach in front of the room.

Luxury Chalets
Maximum of 2 guests per chalet. These Chalets have four-poster beds, soft bedding, beautiful furniture, roof fan as well as air-conditioning and many extras, as well as an en suite bathroom.

The roof is thatch and cladded with canvas to give a tented feel; the walls are a combination of washed plaster on brickwork and Mozambique reed. They are all west facing towards the sunset.

Four of them are in a family unit, where 2 chalets share a common balcony, and walkway to the beach

Executive Suites
Maximum of 2 guests in a suite. The Suites are about 100 square meters including the en-suite bathroom and each Suite features 2 lounges, a built in mini bar, 2 basin areas, vanity area, inside and outside showers.

They all feature a king size four poster bed, with air-conditioning, and a roof fan. The patios have a hammock, sitting area, and private walkway to the beach.

Children
Marlin Lodge no longer allows children under 10 years.

Bookings
It is strongly recommended that you consider booking a tour package which will include your return flights from Johannesburg, island transfers and accommodation.

Please note - due to the cost of flights, visits of less than 6 days are not recommended.

Please see details and costs of a Fly-In to Bazaruto Island - Marlin Lodge.

Mini Wellness Centre
Allow yourself to be pampered at the Beauty Treatment Centre with treatments like Facial Massages, Head and Neck Massages, Back Scrubs, Hand treatments, Spa Manicures and Foot treatments.

Activities
Marlin Lodge is rated a Five-Star PADI Dive Resort.

The lodge offers a variety of motorized watersport, like water skiing, para-sailing, kneebording, tubing, and watersnaking.

Non-motorized watersports include wind surfing, catamaran sailing, ocean ski paddling and kite flying. These are all free of charge.

Please take note that activities cannot be booked in advance and must be booked at the lodge on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Day Trips can be booked to:
Bazaruto
Paradise Island
Margaruque Island
Vilanculos Island
Pancy Island

Diving & Snorkeling
The warm tropical waters surrounding the archipelago support a stunning variety of fish, coral, marine mammals and plants. Water temperatures range from 28 degrees Celsius in summer (30 degrees between December and February) to 22 degrees Celsius during the winter months.

All dives will take place at allocated locations that will be confirmed with the Dive Master once at the lodge.

Fishing
The best time for Marlin fishing is from mid September to the end of December. The recommended time for Sailfish fishing is from April to August.

Smaller game fish can be caught all year round. Dorado is best caught from mid September to mid January. Rock, fly and surf fishing is excellent all year round.

Malaria
Mozambique is a malaria area. It is advisable to take malaria prophylaxis. Consult your doctor or pharmacist regarding recommended brands.