Pomene Bay Lodge Mozambique, between Maputo and Vilanculos

Pomene Bay Lodge is situated in one of the most picturesque spots in Mozambique. It is remote, with a low population thus assuring pristine and un-spoilt conditions. Pomene Lodge is 605km north of Maputo and 170km south of Vilanculos.

The lodge is situated on a narrow peninsula with the Indian Ocean lapping at its front doorstep and crystal clear waters of a spectacular mangrove estuary lapping on the other, it has the best of both worlds..

From every accommodation site you are no more than one minutes walk from the white beach sand and the warm Indian Ocean.

Pomene Lodge is advantageously located in the Pomene Bay offering a sheltered haven for swimming. Here one cannot escape the rhythmic sound of the ocean nor miss seeing perfect sunsets over the estuary.

RESTAURANT & BAR: The bar overlooks the pool and estuary, a perfect spot for sunsets and fishing tales. Here one may enjoy a meal al fresco on the restaurant balcony on the banks of the estuary. Fresh fish and crab are menu favourites, however meals to suit all tastes are on offer.

SCUBA DIVING: Our diving is world class and is regarded by some as the best diving in Mozambique. The density & the reefs with depths varying between 8 and 30 metres. PADI Courses can be arranged.

FISHING: Pomene is renowned for offering some of the best Game fishing in Mozambique. Hard fighting adversary's such as Yahoo, Kingfish, Tuna, Couta & Billfish congregate in these waters to test your tackle and your skill. We have a charter boat for hire, including an experienced skipper who knows the local waters well. All rods, tackle and bait are included. The un-spoilt waters of Pomene are world renowned for the most incredible fish life. For the fly fishing enthusiast, deepsea outings can be arranged, giving you access to a variety of productive fishing grounds with a depth range of between 8 - 20m.

Here one can target a variety of species from Couta, Kingies, Rainbow Runner and Bonito which will test your skills and equipment to the limits. Tackle and rods to be supplied. Besides world class Diving and Fishing,

Pomene Lodge has a variety of activities that appeal to all ages and members of the family.These include Ocean Seafaris with Snorkelling, Fishing Ski’s, Spearfishing, Quad Bike Trails, Mangrove Trails and Horse Riding.

POMENE FISHING:

Fishing at Pomene is generally very good with our biggest attribute being that the local community are not seafarers which in turn means they have no impact on our offshore reef systems. The Pomene area is also regarded as a reserve & has numerous environmental strategies in place. One of these is the ban on the catching of bottom fish. This has a notable affect on the amount & size of game fish to be found in the various fishing grounds in the area.

Pomene is based on a strip of land with the sea on one side and a huge estuary on the other. Estuary fishing can be great fun on light tackle with a variety of juvenile (& occasionally sizable) gamefish to be found. Fishing in amongst the mangrove waterways from a kayak can also be great fun with large green & red snapper lurking in the deeper pools. The best fishing to be had is during the summer months between October & June...Febuary to April is generally outstanding with a large variety of game fish species that can be targeted. Species likely to be encounted are King mackerel, Queen mackerel, Queenfish, Wahoo, Ignobilis kingfish plus another 6/7 species of kingfish, Prodigal son, Green jobfish, Tuna, Sailfish & the occasional Marlin.....

Fresh water/inland fishing.... The Madocha river feeds the estuary & is accessible by kayak. This particular river way is completely untouched & is home to some really big Mozambique tilapia, bream species & catfish. Kayaks (with optional guide) as well as deep sea fishing outings can be arranged)..all tackle, rods, bait, lures etc provided.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Take the N4 - past Witbank, Nelspruit and all the way to the Komatipoort border.
Once through the Ressano Garcia border post, follow the main toll road to Maputo As you enter Maputo proceed through the toll gate and shortly after take a left turn onto EN1 to Xai-Xai. This is the main coastal road north.

Pass Villages of Maracuene (28km), Manhica (75km), Macia (143km) and Chissano to the town of Xai-Xai 204km North of Maputo, this is a good place to re-fuel.

Continue on the North Coastal Road passing smaller villages and towns, including Chidenguele (262km), Quissico (392km) and Inharrime (372km).

From Inharrime continue for approximately 45km passing Cumbano which has a large radio mast on the left side of the road to LINDELA Keep a look out for a sign board on your left saying LINDELA.

Inhambane is approximately 33km from this turn.

Extending on to Pomeme: ( Pomene Lodge – continue straight up the EN1 past the Lindela turnoff and pass through Maxixe and then onto Massinga. Depart Massinga and continue for approximately10km. Turnoff to Pomene is on right side. This turnoff takes one onto a dirt road and passes through the town of Rio das Pedros. Pomene Lodge is 54km down this road. Continue driving and eventually the road enters the dune forest. The last 8km is sand and tyres will need to be deflated for this last section. Follow the signs to Pomene Lodge).