A holiday at Matemo Resort is nothing short of experiencing tropical island paradise.
Discover a new world of ancient beauty on an African island at its hypnotic best. Palm groves, lush vegetation and vast vistas of unspoilt beauty offer the opportunity to truly unwind.
Situated in a marine sanctuary off the Northern Mozambican coast is the little jewel of Matemo Island. Still pristine and unexplored this island is home to Matemo Island Resort.
Perfect for family leisure with fishing and diving. You can even take a Water taxi to the nearby Ibo Island for a fascinating, cultural experience.
Matemo Island is 8 kilometres in length and 3 kilometres wide. The island is lush and tropical and surrounded by coconut palms and indigenous plants.
The magnificent Quirimbas arcipelago in Cabo Delgado Province, Northern Mozambique, is a captivating chain of 27 islands. These idyllic islands stretch from the quaint city of Pemba in the south to the town of Palma in the north.
Some of the charming islands in the south include a vast expanse of enchanted forest in the Quirimbas National Park.
This warm and friendly resort offers all the amenities you expect in a luxury resort such as:
* Lounge / Bar
* Restaurant
* Swimming Pool
* Activities Centre (fishing, diving, snorkelling, games,
kids entertainment)
* Secluded areas for those wanting to just have peace and quiet and read.
Rooms:
24 Chalets - Situated 10 metres from a glorious white beach all with sea view and breathtaking sunsets.
Each chalet is decorated with an East African theme with dark wooden floors, four poster beds, wooden blinds and luxurious linen.
It has en-suite bathrooms with indoor- and outdoor showers, verandas with day beds / loungers and hammocks, a mini-bar, air conditioning, and tea/coffee-making facilities, hair-dryer & electronic safe.
Activities:
Watersports include:
* Fishing and Kayak fishing
* Diving
* Snorkelling
* Waterskiing
* Hobie cats and Sea Kayaks
* Volleyball, various board games are available at the main bar.
* Enjoy a sunset cruise
* Embark on a cultural tour to nearby, historical Ibo Island (20 minutes by boat) * Enjoy a scenic hike through the baobabs and palm groves on the island.
* Dhow tours of the surrounding islands; Rolas and Ibo, are also available.
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 see details of a
Fly-In to The Quirimbas Archipelago - Matemo Island Resort.
Malaria
Mozambique is a malaria area. It is advisable to take malaria prophylaxis. Consult your doctor or pharmacist regarding recommended brands.
How to get there:
The LAM flight times on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays are:
JNB / VNX 10H55 arr: 13H45 (short stop in Inhambane)
VNX / JNB 14H15 arr: 17H10
The LAM flight times on a Sunday is:
JNB / MPM 08H40 arr: 09H40
MPM / VNX 12H00 arr: 13H55
VNX / MPM 14H20 arr: 15H35
MPM / JNB 17H30 arr: 18H30
Pelican Air flight times are:
JNB / VNX 10H20 arr: 12H40 (direct, except on Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, when the flight goes via KMIA)
VNX / JNB 14H00 arr: 16H30
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