Benguerra Island Accommodation
Accommodation in Benguerra Island
Looking for for accommodation in Benguerra Island? We have accommodation in all areas of Benguerra Island, and by type of Benguerra Island accommodation such as b&b, self catering, hotel and guest houses etc. Please email us at marc @ travelsupermarket.co.za telling us what you are looking for and we will send you a complete list of the places to stay in the Benguerra Island matching your needs. We also list the direct contact details of each establishment so you can then choose the one you want and contact them directly.
Things to do in Benguerra Island
Benguerra Island is the largest island on Mozambique’s famous Bazaruto Archipelago and is a sought after island paradise. The pristine beaches offer perfect snorkeling and diving locations. The various reefs provide ideal exploration opportunities for divers, and the well-known Two-Mile Reef has a rich array of coral, fish and various other sea creatures. For those wishing to stay above the water, a number of cruises are offered to take in the views. You can also take part in water sports such as wind surfing, catamaran sailing and ocean ski paddling. Water-skiing, para-gliding, knee boarding and tubing are all also very popular water activities. Alternatively, use the beaches to relax and catch a tan, or take your rods out and make use of either the deep sea or freshwater lakes to try your hand at some fishing. Horse riding and bird watching are also wonderful ways to relax and take in the islands gorgeous scenery.
How to get to Benguerra Island
Benguerra Island lies roughly 14 kilometers outside of Mozambique’s mainland and doesn’t have its own airport. The nearest airport is in Vilanculos. There are generally 2 flights leaving Johannesburg daily and flying to Vilanculos – you can go direct or stop via the Kruger National Park. You can also fly to Maputo Airport and then transfer to Vilanculos. Most lodges will offer transfers from the airport directly to where you are staying. If not, the airport can provide you with details of independent transfer companies that can help you out.
History & general info about Benguerra Island
Benguerra Island takes its name from a local tribal chief and lies roughly 14 kilometers away from the African coastline. The island, along with all the other Bazaruto Archipelago’s islands, was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago by sand deposits brought through from the Limpopo River. Tectonic plate movements over the years have since shifted the river estuary several hundred kilometers south. In 1971 the islands received National Marine park status and are world-renowned for their outstanding marine and bird life. The waters surrounding the island are among the last viable habitats for the endangered Dugong. As such, modern conservation practices and eco-tourism are structured around the preservation of this delicate eco-system.
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