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The Mozambique Experienc
If images of lazy afternoon siesta's and azure blue seas fill your thoughts, chances are that you may be dreaming of Mozambique. For years the number one destination for world travellers, Mozambique is fast reclaiming its former status as prime seaside destination. The growth in superior tourist facilities supports the natural attractions of Mozambique and its people. You may have heard legends of giant Marlin being caught, or plates of piri-piri prawns served for lunch. Well, that is Mozambique and much more.
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Diving From Inhaca Island
The diving Inhaca has on offer is world class. The fish life is virtually untouched and the reefs are unspoiled. Wreck diving and shark diving is possible. Staghorn and plate coral, moray eel potato bass, large school of barracuda and kingfish are in abundance. Dolphins, whale sharks and manta rays are not uncommon during the summer months.
The maximum diving depth is 30m with an average depth of approximately 18m. The average water temperature is 22-27 C and water visibility is between 10 - 30m.
Deep Sea Fishing
Big game fishing has always been the major attraction of Mozambique and its islands. The dedicated sport fishing boat, an 24ft Orion cat, is fully equipped with a toilet, VHF radio, all safety equipment, fish finder, Shimano Rods and reels, (including Marlin tackle), outriggers and fighting chair. The boat operates under the guidance of a professional captain and expert big game fisherman. The option exists to charter the boat for a full day or a half-day. On every charter, lunch packs are included as well as soft drinks. The centre maintain a well-stocked inventory of lures and tackle, but should you wish to make use of your own, please bring it along.
Other Watersports
Other watersport facilities, which are provided include, water skiing, para sailing, snorkelling, wind surfing, kayaking, hobby cat sailing, sunset cruises and daily transfers to Portuguese Island. The staff is always on hand to offer professional advice and to assist where possible.
Other Excursions on the Island
Other excursions available on the island which can be booked after arrival included mountain bicycles rental, light house trips, visit to the Marine Biological Centre and boat trips to the nearby Portuguese Island.
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| Inhaca Island
Inhaca Island is a small-inhabited island, lying just 37 km of the Mozambican capital of Maputo, on the periphery of a large estuarine bay. On the fringe of the tropics, it has a wealth of breathtaking beaches, coral reefs and exotic marine life on offer.
The island features large areas of unspoiled evergreen forest and bush land and large areas of its land and shores have been protected as natural reserve since 1976, providing a unique and pristine environment to enjoy.
The island has plenty to offer. You can fill days by exploring the long white beaches, snorkeling in the azure blue seas, scuba diving along it coral reefs, fishing or simply relaxing at the hotel pool side. An excellent way to spent a holiday. Here one can enjoy the lazy pace of Africa in the comfort of a superior lodge, professional watersport facilities and a friendly service. The island is easily accessible from Maputo by a daily scheduled boat service, or a short flight.
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The Dive Centre
The Dive Africa Centre is situated on the beachfront of the Inhaca Island Lodge premises.
Equipment Rental
Full well maintained and quality scuba and snorkeling equipment is available for rental at the Dive Centre.
Dive Boats
The Dive Centre utilises two types of diving boats. Fast and very safe 7,2m Rigid Inflatable boats which takes 12 divers, and which enables us to offer the diver the best variety of dive sites on the island, safely. Our daily charter services include:
* Charters 2 times a day
* Double or single tank dives
* Night dives
* Snorkeling trips
* Wreck dives.
Competent and environmentally aware professionals, who ensure our guests a safe and enjoyable diving experience, skipper all our boats.
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Diving Courses
Instructors who are highly trained professionals present all our diving courses and they have qualified to conduct PADI diver courses by meeting diving's highest instructor training standards. All courses are fun and ensure that the client learns what they need to enjoy diving to the fullest.
Courses currently available in various languages, include:
* Skin Diver
* Discover Scuba
* Open Water Diver
* Advanced Open Water Diver
* Advanced Plus
* Rescue Diver
* Medic First Aid
* Dive Master
* Master Scuba Diver:
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The Hotel
Accommodation consisting of 40 chalets, which are situated amongst coconut palms in a tropical setting. With a large swimming pool for those tropical afternoons, the hotel also caters for children. In fact, a special Kids Club offer allows children under 12 staying for free if they share their parent's room.
Room Facilities
* 32 En-suite double chalets
* 8 En-suite familiy chalets
(2 adults & 2 children)
* All rooms with ceiling fans, mosquito nets, & satellite TV.
Dining and Entertainment
* Full board meals
* 24 Hour bar service
* Curio shop.
Leisure and Sports
* Resident PADI resort
* Sunset cruises and tours
* Windsurfing, sea kayaking and sailing
* Game fishing
* Tennis court
* Para-sailing & waterski-ing.
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