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FOR THE KEEN DIVER

Make Sylvia Shoal Lodge your home while exploring the secret world of fascinating vibrant corals and other marine life on Sylvia Shoal Reef, which is well known as one of the world's finest diving spots. Your opportunity to see Mozambique's gentle giants - whale sharks and manta rays. Sylvia Shoal is approximately 14 km long with an average depth of 10m. Truly an amazing reef which has hardly been explored.

FOR THE KEEN FISHERMAN

Ski-boat fishing, saltwater fly-fishing, rock and surf fishing, sea kayak fishing. Some of the species to catch; Spanish mackerel (couta), Kingfish, Sailfish, Tuna, Bonito, Spotted Mackerel (Natal Snoek) Queen fish, Job fish (kakop), all major game fish species have been caught in the area. Bait - natural fresh baits available from local markets. Beach launching facilities.

SCUBA AND SNORKELING

The warm tropical waters surrounding the Lodge supports a stunning variety of fish, corals, marine mammals and plants.
Leatherback turtles are often seen in waters close to the Lodge.

SAFE SWIMMING BEACHES

Warm tropical waters - safe beach swimming right in front of the lodge. Relaxing beach walks.

Visit Vilanculos or Inhambane, book a Dhow sailing trip around the islands or just stroll around the markets and meet the local folk, see what's on offer.

VISAS

Visas are no longer required by South African citizens visiting Mozambique, but remember that you are only allowed to stay in the country for 30 days, as of the date your passport was stamped at the border post.

If you are caught staying longer you will be fined between R500 and R1000 depending on the border port official. However foreign visitors are required to apply for a visa at the Mozambique embassy in your area

MALARIA

Visitors are recommended to take anti-malarial medication. The best precaution would be to wear protective clothing and using repellent spray, especially after 4pm in the evenings. Mosquito nets are only provided in the bungalows, campers therefore required to bring their own nets.

COMMUNICATION

There is a cell phone signal 5 minutes drive from the camp (international roaming required). There are also landline phones in Massinga.

MOZAMBIQUE RULES AND REGULATIONS

Always carry copies of your identification documents with you as you may be requested to produce them by the police (Have these notarised). Carry your vehicle registration papers with you. Driving is NOT permitted on the beach, unless you are launching your boat at the designated launch site.

Drive on the left! Seat belts must be used. Two emergency triangles must be carried.

MONEY EXCHANGE

Change your money to meticais at the border.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Fresh bread rolls can be purchased from our local bakery 5 minutes drive from the camp. Bring bottled water for drinking. Campers are requested to bring silent generators.

AIRSTRIPS

Vilanculos or Inhambane

palm paradise at Sylvia Shoal, Mozambique

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