Ibo Island Lodge

Quirimbas National Park, Mozambique

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Stay at Ibo Island Lodge

Ibo Island Lodge is located on the prime waterfront site, where romantic dhows sail out to sea on each high tide. The lodge encompasses original rehabilitated magnificent mansions each over one hundred years old with high lofty ceilings. They have exposed coral and lime metre thick walls, solid original teak ceiling beams, large hand carved doors, furniture and traditional Ibo floors.

All of the rooms are individually designed, air-conditioned and have ceiling fans. They each have wide verandas and spaces furnished with hand crafted furniture, antiques and beautiful fabrics. Each of the rooms has an en-suite bathroom with twin basins and large showers. Some also have baths and outdoor showers.

Ibo Island Lodge offers a relaxed and informal atmosphere in fitting with the island’s ambiance. It is set among beautiful tropical gardens with palms, established trees, bougainvillea

and frangipani. The hotel also boasts three pools for guests to choose between should they tire of swimming in the sea. Ibo Island provides the ultimate setting for guests to experience a very real ancient African culture, not mass-produced for tourism.

The lodge’s restaurant and bar is situated high up on the roof terrace of the Bela Vista mansion facing west for unforgettable sunsets and affording spectacular views over the bay. Lunches are also served in the gardens, and beside the pool. The cuisine combines Mozambican and world inspired influences with the freshest of seafood: giant tiger prawns, game fish and Ibo’s speciality: fresh crab with fragrant soft, fluffy coconut rice. Romantic and private dinners are served in a number of locations, or on the rooftop terrace with awesome views over the sea.

Why we love it

Located right on the waterfront making for magnificent views, Ibo is a fascinating island with a rich cultural history
A visit to Ibo is not complete without a trip to the tidal sandbank
Meals feature freshly grown organic vegetables, herbs and fruits and combine traditional specialities with fresh local seafood

Accommodation Photos

Facilities

Three Swimming Pools

In-Room Massage

Waterfront Restaurant

Beach Bar

Experiences

Castaway Beach Picnic

Enjoy your own private island with a delicious picnic in a secluded corner of the island, with the chance to sunbathe on the sand and snorkel in the sea as you eat.

Private Dining

Make a meal on the island extra special by bringing family and friends together over a bespoke meal in a private setting of your choice.

Beach Excursion

Discover one of Ibo's best-kept secrets by lounging on a secluded sandbank reached by boat, where you may be able to spot dolphins and turtles around you.

Desert Island Exploration

Hop around the archipelago's cluster of uninhabited tropical island beaches, complete with a picnic lunch on the beach in the shade of the coconut trees.

Birding

Marvel at the variety of rare birds you can spot on Ibo, particularly around the mangrove forests, ranging from goliath herons to fish eagles.

Dhow Safari

Cruise around on a traditional dhow, stopping where you please to kayak and explore the marine life and anchoring for a fresh seafood lunch.

Dolphin Safari

Dive deep into the blue to swim with wild dolphins in their natural environment, learning about their behaviour and interactions with humans.

Quirimba Island Exploration

Explore the archipelago's cultural and historical capital, spotting colonial ruins, pristine beaches and palm plantations.

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The Haughtons

We really loved our time at Azura Benguerra - the beach here was perfect. The tide came right up to the edge of our beach cabana each evening at sundowner time. Both the staff and food were great and we were really well looked after. There was just the right amount of things to do, including fly fishing from the beach or from SUP and snorkelling. Overall it was just an incredible experience and we absolutely loved it – a real once in a lifetime trip.