WELCOME TO SHIBUMI LODGE

Welcome to the DREAM of all holidays at Shibumi Lodge, situated right in front of a beautiful lagoon where the most awesome sunset and sunrise photographs can be taken by the eager photographer!

Shibumi offers you a holiday you will never forget – bringing dreams to the ordinary life of so many people – it is situated in Barra, Inhambane in Mozambique and consists of 5 beautiful fully-equipped houses for your convenience!

Apart from the beautiful historical town of Inhambane, the main attractions to this area are the idyllic beaches of Jangamo, Tofo, Tofinho and Barra, where the sea lover can take part in a variety of marine activities.

It is a great area for snorkeling, fishing and surfing. There are many good diving reefs in the area, including the aptly named Manta reef, and Praia de Rocha where the rock and coral has formed a spectacular landscape of pinnacles, gullies, and overhangs. There is also the opportunity for dolphin and whale watching safari’s.

Explore our Rooms

House 1

R700.0 / Night

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House 2

R2,450.0 / Night

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House 3

R2,800.0 / Night

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The town of Inhambane

The town of Inhambane, 500km north of Maputo, can be reached by tar road although a 4×4 may be necessary to get to some of the resorts (please see resort information). The statue of the famous Portuguese traveler, Vasco da Gama, is to be seen in Inhambane! There is also a brand new supermarket in Inhambane for all your needs! It is one of the oldest towns in Mozambique, dating back to the 10th century and the Arab traders.

Coconut Palms

The beautiful landscape surrounding the town Inhambane is dominated by thousands of coconut palms – you’re really in the tropics now! Coconuts are sold around every corner, so you can enjoy some fresh coconut milk in the shade of a palm tree on the white sandy beaches.

Architecture

It was in 1534 that the Portuguese established a permanent trading post. The atmosphere and architecture in the town reflect this exciting and diverse history. Inhambane is served by an airport and a port and has petrol stations, banks, public phones, shops, markets, a bus terminus and a museum. Sidewalk cafes are dotted along the narrow streets. The dowie also do daily trips to Maxixe – worth your while!

Dhows

The town itself is set on the bay of Inhambane, looking across to Maxixe. Enjoy a drink at the harbour whilst watching the dhows cruise across the bay. It is possible to hire a dhow to sail you around the bay or up to the Linga Linga Nature Reserve if you wish. This fascinating area used to be a whaling station, but whaling it is now the home to some of the last remaining dugong in Southern Mozambique.

Dolphins and Whales

There is also the opportunity for dolphin and whale watching safari’s in the Indian ocean.

Noteworthy Sights

There are some noteworthy sights for the culture vultures including the 200-year-old Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception, the Governor’s Palace, the Municipal buildings, and the rich history that can be seen in the museum.

Coast Line

This long stretch of coast line is by far the most developed in Mozambique as far as tourism is concerned. Apart from the beautiful historical town of Inhambane the main attraction to this area are the idyllic beaches of Jangamo, Tofo, Tofinho and Barra, where the sea lover can take part in a variety of marine activities. It is a great area for snorkeling, fishing and surfing.

Diving Reefs

There are many good diving reefs in the area, including the aptly named Manta reef, and Praia de Rocha where the rock and coral has formed a spectacular landscape of pinnacles, gullies, and overhangs.