Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is one of only a few exclusive hotels on Bazaruto, the largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 600 km north of Maputo (capital of Mozambique).
Besides Bazaruto, the archipelago is made up of Benguerra and Magarupe islands, as well as the small island of Santa Catarina (formerly known as the island of Paradise). The archipelago, declared a National Park in the year 2000, presents a wide diversity of fauna and flora which includes forest, savanna and swamp ecosystems.
The island, a small piece of paradise, is 35 km in length and 7 km wide between its furthest points. The impressive beauty of the coral reefs completes this subtropical ecosystem which is, enriched by the abundance and beauty of tropical fish, clean water and excellent conditions for all kinds of fishing activities. The archipelago is deservedly called the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean".
Pestana Bazaruto Lodge was renovated in July 2007 and is a dream destination. The island is undoubtedly a place of rare beauty with lots to be explored, distinguishing itself by its wild life, turquoise blue waters and white sandy beaches.
It has an outdoor pool, games parlor and a Business Centre, equipped with computers, laptop connections and Internet access. For the more adventurous, the hotel also provides scuba diving, fishing and island tours, amongst others.
The hotel’s restaurant is right on the sea, where guests enjoy a cosmopolitan cuisine in a paradise-like setting with a stunning view over the Indian Ocean. Every night, the African drums announce mealtimes.
Pestana Bazaruto Lodge has 40 bungalows with A-shaped thatched roofs, decorated with the unmistakable charm that fuses ethnic style with the island’s tropical environment. These are located among tropical gardens, offering fantastic views of the beach and the gardens.