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Fax: +27 11 462 3148
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Montanha Lodge is positioned atop the tall dunes which line the turquoise patterned waters of the warm Indian Ocean in the trendy Mozambique resort destination of Barra which is situated in Inhambane, Mozambique.

The lodge is situated a mere 200m from the beach and positioned on the secondary dune amongst a plantation of palm trees. This location offers cool sea breezes in the evenings and protection from the gustier seasonal winds. Sea views are visible from the upper deck of each chalet.

Montanha Lodge offers comfortable, privately-owned self-catering double-storey log chalets for holiday rentals.

Each chalet comprises

• three bedrooms complete with linen and mosquito netting (with additional bunk beds in the living areas if required)
• 2 separate bathrooms with a shower, wc and vanity
• 2 decks with 8-seater dining table on lower deck
• 2 lounge areas
• fully-equipped open-plan kitchen with utensils and crockery for eight guests
• fridge, gas stove and deep freeze.
• Each unit has a braai (barbeque) area and a carport.

Inhambane is world-renowned for its spectacular dive sites, scuba-divers from far and wide explore the continuous wonder of the numerous reefs which are alive with a profusion of sea life – from manta-rays to pansy shells. A number of resorts in the area offer resort dive courses – for those who prefer to stay on top of the water – the snorkeling is outstanding!

• Beach (Approx 200m Away)
• Boat/Marine Slipway (Within 2km)
• Boat Trips (Within 5km)
• Horse-Riding (Within 5km)
• Quad Bike Hire (Within 5km)
• Fishing Charters (Within 5km)
• Ocean Safaris (Within 5km)
• Scuba Diving (Within 5km)
• Snorkelling
• Sunset Cruise (Within 5km)
• Dhow Trips (From Inhambane To Maxixe)
• Massages (Within 5km)
• Craft Markets (Inhambane, Barra & Tofu)

Montanha Lodge is situated in Ponte de Barra, Inhambane, Mozambique approximately 480 kilometers (6-7 hours drive) from Maputo. The road from Maputo to Xai-Xai is good and has recently been re-surfaced. However, heading North after leaving Xai-Xai the road has not yet been upgraded and is badly potholed for approximately 60-80kms. Speed limits are enforced in the numerous towns and speed traps by radar are frequent and immediately payable in cash. Avoid driving at night on these roads - besides the potholes - many local vehicles do not have front or rear lights.

From Maputo, follow the EN1 to Xai-Xai. This is the main road heading North. It is recommended that you re-fuel in Xai-Xai. Once in Inhambane, with the bay on your left turn right at the main road (Broad Road – DA Independecia) – continue to the circle and turn right (going around the back of the circle). Cross over a derelict railway line and continue with this road which will eventually bear right (Inhambane airport will be sign-posted straight-ahead). Continue with this road for approximately 20kms until you reach the cross-road with Babalaza Restaurant on your right. Continue straight ahead with the hard sand road (approximately 5-7kms) and turn right at Montanha Lodge sign-board which is situated with various signboards on right-hand side of road.

We recommend that you deflate your tyres to approximately 1 bar at this point as the road to Montanha Lodge is very sandy – suitable for 4x4 or all-wheel drive vehicles which have sufficient road clearance. Passenger vehicles will get stuck! Montanha Lodge is situated approximately 1½ km along this lighthouse road on the left hand side – shortly after the Vodacom aerial.

Direct flights from Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo Airport on LAM are available as well as from Lanseria Airport on Travelmax