Machangulo Beach Lodge

Machangula Beach Lodge, in the South of Mozambque offers blissful barefoot luxury. Untouched African beaches, untamed nature and luxurious service come together to create extraordinary holiday experiences.

Situated in a truly unique locations on a beautiful secluded peninsula it is the easiest accessible lodge in Mozambique with a plethora of activities for the whole family.

Featuring 17 luxurious rooms, a fully equipped activity centre and plenty of amazing spots to enjoy the unique views of the Indian Ocean and Inhaca Island.

Machangulo Beach Lodge is surrounded by 3 Amazing Nature Reserves and 2 Marine Reserves. The tip of the Machangulo Peninsula is literally lands end and provides a breathtaking setting.

The lodge is intimate and secluded, yet just a one-hour boat ride from Maputo.

Machangulo Beach Lodge has a full range of travel options including road transfers to Maputo, from South Africa.

Many flights are available into Maputo International Airport and our prefered airlines are Airlink and SAA.

ACTIVITIES

SCUBA PARADISE
The Marine reserves surrounding the Machangulo Peninsula provides some excellent diving. Off the beaten track diving at its best. With ample options for beginner and advanced divers it is the ideal location for those looking for a unique and unexplored diving experience.

BIRDING
An incredibly rich bird life surrounds Machangulo Beach Lodge all year round. From the Great White Pelicans to the majestic African Fish Eagle, the area provides ample opportunity for excellent birding.

FISHING
Machangulo Beach Lodge is situated in the midst of many world class fishing locations. The area provides opportunities to target a large number of species in all weather conditions.

SNORKELING
Our most popular activity! The Inhaca Island Marine reserve has 2 km of pristine snorkelling and the Picnic Snorkel on the island is HIGHLY recommended, one of our favourite activities.

TOURS: SANTA MARIA & INHACA ISLAND
Santa Maria Village provides a great opportunity to experience local living by visiting this small village. Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at the local restaurant, Bemugi’s Place. Nested just behind the mangroves, the village is tiny and has a really authentic, non-tourist feel. Inhaca Island provides a wide array of activities to choose from.

This delightful island is home to only one village, aptly names Inhaca Village where some shops and restaurants can be found. The island has more of a tourist feel to it and has many more people than the Machangulo Area.

KAYAKING
The diverse biospheres surrounding Machangulo Beach Lodge teams with epic nature, waiting to be explored. What better way to do this than a kayak?

Featuring some stunning landscapes and unreal golden hours, the Machangulo Peninsula and Inhaca Island Bays provide a smorgasbord for photographers.

RELAX ON THE BEACH: PICNICS
Choose your secluded spot on Machangulo beach for a unique picnic experience. Picnics by boat can be arranged to Inhaca Island and Portuguese Island. Chat to the activities staff to setup your shaded picnic area wherever you choose.

MACHANGULO BEACH LODGE SPA

REJUVENATING FACIALS
Like the phases of the moon and the tides, we would like to keep the hormonal phases of the body in natural rhythm. Just as your eyes are the windows to the soul, your face is the mirror of your inner feelings, the image which present you to the world.

BODY TREATMENTS
Enjoy a full body scrub followed by an algae or mud wrap to rid the body of toxins through metabolic stimulation, where after the skin will be hydrated using Shea butter and rich lotions to soften the skin. Choose between relaxing, detox and nourishing wraps.

BALANCING AND REFINING FACIAL
This facial helps to brighten your complexion with a combination of alpha hydroxyl acids and Vitamin C & B complexes. By not stripping the skin of excessive oil, we treat it in order to allow the skin to balance itself naturally, making this facial safe for the most sensitive and reactive of skins.

IMMUNE BOOSTING CLAY
Not suitable for pregnant ladies Our vitamin and mineral cocktail is enriched with plant extracts to promote a healthy immune system and is applied as a mud wrap and left to set on the body to stimulate lymph, collagen and toxin elimination.

MASSAGES

MAJESTIC AWAKENING
This facial helps to brighten your complexion with a combination of alpha hydroxyl acids and Vitamin C & B complexes. By not stripping the skin of excessive oil, we treat it in order to allow the skin to balance itself naturally, making this facial safe for the most sensitive and reactive of skins.

ANTI OXIDANT FACIAL
An anti-aging treatment designed to combat the effects and signs of aging. The unique layering process tones, soothes and brightens the skin, revitalising in the long term while providing an immediate, healthy glow.

SWEDISH MASSAGE
A gentle, soothing, massage for those who simply want to lie back and relax, using long slow strokes to reduce emotional and physical stress.

FULL BODY EXFOLIATION
Your body has an innate natural rhythm which we often forget. We work with this natural rhythm in assisting the body to renew itself. Our carefully selected Marula and Walnut micro particles, enveloped by hydrating Shea butter from Ghana, ensures that your skin cells are evenly exfoliated whilst receiving maximum nutrition for the new beginnings. This relaxing remedy is about treating the skin and nails naturally to keep them hydrated and therefore flexible and strong. An intensely hydrating African potato wrap, blended with natural antioxidants is applied to ensure continued skin health and to rejuvenate the hands & feet and a mani or pedi is done

EXPRESS FACIAL
For the executive on the go, this facial rejuvenates the skin and relaxes you without putting a dent in your schedule. Our pure, natural ingredients feed the skin and return the youthful glow often dulled by stress.

STANDARD MANICURE & PEDICURE
For a beautiful respite from the high-energy nature of everyday life, join us for an experience with a difference. Your hands or feet will be massaged, your nails shaped and your skin richly hydrated with our all-natural products designed to undo environmental damage to your skin.

DEEP CLEANSE FACIAL
A deep cleanse can leave the skin looking refreshed and more youthful. By using our gentle Exfoliating Cream and hot mittens, we purify the skin without the long term damage usually caused by steaming and harsh exfoliators. An exfoliation with massage that stimulates and uplifts tired and dull skin, and clears problematic skin

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
A very firm massage to relieve severe tension in the muscle by physically breaking down thede adhesions to relieve pain and restore normal movements.

VITAMIN FACIAL BOOSTER
This uplifting facial uses a rich vitamin and mineral cocktail to replenish the skin, boost your immune system and energise the skin. Great for tired, stressed or run down skin, leaving you revitalized.

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE
The treatment has both physiological and psychological effects which sooth, revitalise and uplift the spirit using essential oils.

SCALP MASSAGE
A relaxing and healing treatment using special energy balancing oil, the scalp is massaged with a signature routine to balance and uplift.