Machangulo Beach Lodge

Stayed at this resort for 3 nights following a safari in the Kruger and was a great place to stay to chill out by the beach after a busy week on safari. Lovely spacious rooms built on a hill with beautiful views down to the beach below, out to sea and across to Inhaca Island on the other side of the channel. Due to the greenery around they were also very private. As the resort is south facing, we could also watch the sunrise in the morning from our huge terrace and if you walked up the hill you could watch the sunset in the evening. We were full board, and all meals were good although we had to pick our menu choice at breakfast time which wasn’t easy as you didn’t really know what you’d fancy first thing in the morning. The staff were also very friendly and helpful. We did go on a snorkelling trip across to Inhaca Island booked through the hotel but wouldn’t recommend it as the current was too strong and most of us didn’t feel safe swimming in the current. The best things about the resort are the location and views. The resort is very remote so almost no one else around so some beautiful, quiet walks around the sand dunes but be aware of the tides as you can get cut off at times. Our main negative other than the snorkelling trip was the boat transfer from Maputo to the resort which took 1.5 hours and as only the front of the small boat was covered half of us were soaked by the time we got there and very cold. Be aware also that due to its location there are a lot of stairs to climb. Did we enjoy our stay – yes just for the location alone but would stay again? Probably not as stayed in other hotels in Mozambique which we preferred which are reached easily by road.

Do not drive through the National Park to reach Machangulo Beach Lodge unless you have a strong 4X4 and you are very adventurous. Going by boat is much faster and easier. By car only for the experience 4X4 drivers and if you want to have a real African experience.

Our stay in Machangulo beach lodge was marvelous. The sea, the view, the location are just incredible. Place and the lodge are very quiet as if time stopped. Machangulo beach lodge is just unforgetable everything has been thought of for à great stay. Many thanks to all the staff who take great care. And the food was very good : thanks to the great cook. I recommend this place ++++. It was so hard to leave this amazing lodge.

From the moment we arrived, we were treated with such warmth and hospitality that made our stay truly memorable. I would like to particularly commend your incredible staff. Every member of your team went above and beyond to ensure that we felt welcomed and cared for. Furthermore, the food was outstanding. The chefs prepared the most delicious meals. The variety, quality, and presentation of the food were impeccable. We were especially touched by how the staff went out of their way to accommodate our preferences and make us feel at home. Whether it was arranging special requests or providing insightful recommendations, their dedication to pleasing us was evident and much appreciated. Please extend our thanks to everyone at Machangulo Beach Lodge. We will cherish the memories of this holiday and look forward to returning in the future.

This place is a must visit. Staff and food is fantastic. The rooms are tidy and beautiful and the view is incredible. Lots of fun activities and a very relaxing beach. I highly recommend.