New activities for the whole family

 

Paddling in the mangroves

Machangulo Beach Lodge in Mozambique recently added stand-up paddle boards to its repertoire of water sports. This is a fun activity that the entire family can enjoy, combining it with a snorkelling picnic or a dhow sailing cruise. The mangrove forests near the lodge are an idyllic location to explore on the paddle boards. The lodge is reached by boat transfer from Maputo to the Santa Maria Peninsula.

Horse ride and picnic

A new activity for families at Legend Golf & Safari Resort and in the Entabeni Safari Conservancy in the Waterberg is horse riding. Two packages are on offer, combining a one- or two-hour ride with a picnic lunch. Rides are accompanied by a trained guide.

Berries and ‘buses’ on the Garden Route

At Fancourt, on the Garden Route in the Western Cape, eco-friendly tours are available on the recently introduced Eco-Rider, a two-wheeled battery-powered machine, with the ability to clamber over all types of terrain on the golfing estate. The activity is already popular with families, and is done under the guidance of a local guide. A day trip on the Outeniqua Power Van, a rail bus travelling from the Outeniqua Transport Museum through one of the most scenic routes in George against the backdrop of the Outeniqua Mountain, is another novel means of exploring the beauty of the Garden Route. Nearby, and ideal for families, is Redberry Farm for some strawberry picking. Visitors can also explore the large hedge maze, relax in the onsite tea garden, purchase home-made delicacies from the farm stall, while children enjoy mini train rides, bumper boats, and pony rides. Teenagers and younger children can socialise in the Teens Lounge or Kidz Club. Even babies are given special care at Fancourt, receiving their branded soft towels and face cloths.

Picking up bush skills

A meaningful conservation experience is now on offer in a remote corner at Gondwana Game Reserve on the Garden Route, where a tented eco camp has been established for 10 people in five tents. It comes with private staff who see to catering and tent service, and a dedicated field guide and vehicle for the duration of the stay. A six-day/five-night stay option enables guests to participate in wildlife and veld management, learn bush skills and volunteer in the local community. There are also specific weeks where a family programme is hosted. Says owner, Mark Rutherford: “They ensure the activities are not too long or too strenuous for the little ones, to keep them motivated and happy. Family projects are developed for all age groups to be able to actively participate. While the regular, more adult programme (16 years and up) brings in elements of wildlife monitoring and research, for the younger crowd they will substitute this with activities like fishing, treasure hunts and nature craft to keep it fun and interactive.” The reserve has the Big Five species, and is blanketed in fynbos.

Beautiful places to stay at in Mozambique

Mozambique beckons with its beaches and swaying palms, its traditions and its cultures, and offers travellers a wealth of choices. 

 Massinga Beach

 

The magnifent Massinga Beach is situated on the pristine Mozambique coast just north of Inhambane, some 500 kilometers from Maputo.This attractive lodge called Massinga is one of the best beach holiday accommodation options in Mozambique. A holiday in this paradise will be centered around the luxurious chalets elevated on a hill, above a pristine beach. The lodge is in a secluded area, surrounded by lush coconut plantations, the blue waters of the Indian Ocean stretched out in front.The beach bar is a major focus for sun-loving guests where snacks, cold drinks and cocktails are available. Meet here for a sundowner at the end of a long sun-filled day!Massinga Beach is fast becoming a very popular destination for Mozambique honeymoons and beach weddings.

Indigo Bay Resort
 

 

Indigo Bay Resort (officially re-named as Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa) is the quintessential island destination along the east coast of Mozambique. Situated on the western side of Bazaruto Island, it is the largest of the six islands in the Bazaruto Archipelago. With its tropical climate, unspoilt surroundings, glittering white sand and a variety of land and water-based activities, Indigo Bay offers the ultimate island holiday. You can book a romantic Mozambique honeymoon, a fun-filled family holiday.

 

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Island Holiday

Quirimbas Island- Mozambique

 

The Quirimbas Archipelago is the perfect Mozambique holiday destination with various island resorts and beach lodges to choose from.It is the ‘undiscovered’ nature of the Quirimbas Archipelago that make it so special. This is a place in the world where there are no cars, no roads, few hotels. For anyone looking for a very special Africa location and romantic holiday destination, the Quirimbas Archipelago is it!

Guludo Eco Beach Lodge

 

Guludo is a tropical, barefoot beach paradise; 12km of deserted powder-white sand nestled between the dazzling azure Indian Ocean and wild African Bush, in the Quirimbas National Park, Mozambique.

 

Flamingo Bay Water Lodge 

 

 The magical Flamingo Bay Water Lodge is located in a beautiful tropical tidal estuary along the Inhambane coast. This uniquely designed resort lies 485km north of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. It has become synonymous with honeymooners and couples looking for an eco-chic retreat and the perfect getaway.

 

Barra Beach Lodge 

 

Barra caters mainly for families with children and divers who have come to experience Mozambiques unique Manta Coast diving. The Lodge is geared towards fun and activities for the whole family.

Activities

 
Time is spent drifting over magnificent coral reefs, visiting islands and mingling in the local village. Sunset Sails, Whale watching, Beach Archery, Village football, Beauty on the Beach, Pangane Beach and visiting community projects.

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A little piece of heaven on earth!

This secluded and idyllic location has some of the most breath-taking coral reefs that you can explore on snorkelling and diving excursions. Hours can also be spent lounging on the beach, enjoying the incredible views, and dipping in the Indian Ocean's turquoise waters. A range of exciting water sports, like wind surfing and water skiing, are also available and you can return to your room for a dip in your private plunge pool or sip on a cocktail as you look out over the ocean.

Facilities

The many decks and shaded verandahs are positioned in a variety of locations around the grounds to create private spots for relaxing and reading a book, enjoying a refreshing cocktail or select spa treatments.

Activities

 Discover the wonders hidden beneath the surface on a snorkelling excursion  

 

Pedal Boating

 

Family holidays in Mozambique

Bazaruto is the largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 600 km north of Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique.

Besides Bazaruto, the archipelago is made up of Benguerra, Magaruque and Bangue islands, as well as the small island of Santa Carolina, commonly known as Paradise Island. The archipelago, declared a National Park in the year 2000, presents a wide diversity of fauna and flora which includes forest, savanna and swamp ecosystems.

The island, a small piece of paradise, is 35 km in length and 7 km wide between its furthest points. The impressive beauty of the coral reefs completes this subtropical ecosystem which is, enriched by the abundance and beauty of tropical fish, clean water and excellent conditions for all kinds of fishing activities. The archipelago is deservedly called the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean".

Pristine, palm fringed beaches and crystal clear seas, Mozambique is a great beach getaway for families with plenty of activities to keep every member of the family happy!

Mozambique is suitable for any age, but is a malarial country so anti-malarials will be required.

Accommodation in this wonderful country is in beach lodges with a variety of room options for those with children and activities are generally water based, with snorkelling, diving, kayaking, sailing and fishing all available. Inland excursions include horse-riding.

Family accommodation in Mozambique

Bazaruto Lodge is set behind a long white sandy beach in the north of Bazaruto Island. It is a simple but pretty lodge, ideal for people looking for a beautiful and quiet hideaway where the focus is the beach, snorkelling, fishing, diving, walking and exploring.
 

The lodge consists of 40 thatched-roof bungalows, which are dotted around the garden and at the back of the sandy beach. Inside, each bungalow has twin or double beds, simple furniture and a tiled bathroom with wc, basin and bath as well as an outdoor shower. Sandy paths lead you from your bungalow to the dining room, bar and swimming pool, all with lovely ocean views.
The restaurant serves buffet meals with an emphasis on seafood. Crab, crayfish, calamari, prawns and lots of fresh salads feature on the menu. While dinner is taken in the dining room, lunch is usually by the pool, or you can take a picnic to the beach.

Activities from the lodge include snorkelling, diving, fishing and exploring the island on foot or in 4WDs.

  
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25 Stunning African National Parks you need to Visit!

Continues..............
As promised...here are our 11 Stunning African National Parks you need to visit.  Whatever you decide to do, make sure you travel to Africa and make it a Place to Remember.

Quicama National Park,  Angola

Quicama is the only functioning national park of the country, while others are in disrepair because the Angolan Civil war. This amazing park was once home to an abundance of large game animals but after wide-scale poaching during the Civil war, the animal population was virtually eliminated. The situation has been gradually improving thanks to the ‘Operation Noah’s Ark’ project which transports animals from neighboring countries.

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Founded as a game reserve in 1938, this park is one of the best-known national parks in Africa for walking safaris. It hosts large populations of Thornicroft’s Giraffes, elephants and buffalos, while the Luangwa River supports abundant crocodiles and hippos. Unfortunately, the park’s black rhinos were wiped out by 1987.

Kruger National Park, South Africa

Covering an area of over 7,500 square miles, Kruger is one of the largest, oldest and most famous national parks in the world. It boasts of an amazingly abundant wildlife diversity including 150 mammals, over 500 different kinds of birds, 114 reptile and 50 fish species. Visitors to the park are welcome to use its 21 rest camps, 2 private lodge concessions, and 15 designated private safari lodges.

Sehlabathebe National Park, Lesotho

Home to both striking biological diversity as well as important cultural heritage, the park was first established in 1969. Apart from unique Afro-Alpine and Sub-Alpine plants, mammals, avifauna, reptiles, amphibians and fish presence in the park, there is a record number of 65 rock art sites which have been identified here.

Kiang West National Park, Gambia

Located on the south bank of the Gambia River, it is one of the largest and most important wildlife reserves in Gambia. The park is home to abundant game animals, predators and birds but also manatees, dolphins, snakes and fearsome Nile crocodiles. Vegetation types in the park include Guinean savanna and dry deciduous woodlands.

Bazaruto National Park, Mozambique

Situated on the eastern coast of Mozambique, this park also covers a large expanse of ocean and six islands. It hosts several endemic terrestrial gastropods, lizards and water birds. The rich variety of marine life includes humpback whales, marine turtles, spinners, humpback and bottlenose dolphins; and marlins and barracudas.

Ahaggar National Park, Algeria

Dominated by the Ahaggar Mountains, this immense park is 40 times the size of the entire Gambian nation. Despite being in the middle of the world´s greatest desert, Ahaggar National Parkis a surprisingly diverse area, boasting of classic dunes, woodlands, as well as a 9,550 feet high mountain range. The biodiversity in the area is also excellent – number of animal species that have died off in other parts of the Sahara can be still found here.

Niokolo-Kobo National Park, Senegal
Established as a wildlife reserve in 1925, the park is a World Heritage Site now. Apart from its incredible collection of 1500 plant species, this park also hosts 20 species of amphibians, 60 species of fishes, 38 species of reptiles, 80 mammal species and around 330 species of birds.


Deux Bales National Park, Burkina Faso

Founded in 1937 as one of the first protected areas in West Africa, this small, unassuming national park in the heart of Burkina Faso might not have the highest concentration of big game animals but it can offer spectacular sceneries. The Black Volta River flowing through the park features hippos, crocodiles and many aquatic birds.

Salonga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo

Located in the Congo River basin, it is Africa’s largest tropical rainforest reserve. There are no roads in the park, most of it is accessible only by the river. Salonga National Park is home to numerous animal species, notably monkeys, leopards, forest elephants, and African slender-snouted crocodiles.

Tai National Park, Ivory Coast

Covering an area of about 1,300 square miles, this park was declared a World Heritage Site in 1982. There over 140 mammal species to be found in the park, including twelve regional endemics and five of the red list threatened species: Pygmy Hippopotamus, Olive Colobus monkeys, Leopards, Chimpanzees and Jentink’s Duike.

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