Vilanculos

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' Vilanculos ' (Vilankulo) is the Mozambican capital of water sports. It's a popular beach resort area with accommodation from economy to 5 star barefoot luxury. The gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique's only underwater national park. The dry season is from March to November with temperatures around 15 to 23 degrees. Bring a sweater for the evenings, The "rainy season" can be hot with temperatures ranging between 23 and 34 degrees.

Travel as a Muslim to Vilanculos

Vilanculos, has many options options with excellent coach service from Maputo or Beira and small 15 seater vans fro Inhambane . Vilanculos International Airport is serviced by LAM and by Federal Air (Pelican Air), from all major airports (stopover in Johannesburg or Maputo may be nesserary, road transport is less expensive. Charter flights are offered ay competitive prices from South Africa and Zimbabwe

By road:

From South Africa a good asphalt road 730 km north of Maputo Follow the EN4 to the outskirts of Maputo then take the EN1 to Xai Xai, always go straight on, once you pass Xai Xai the highway signs will direct you to Vilanculos turn-off which is 18 km from Vilanculos town (The total distance from Johannesburg to Vilanculos is Approximately 1,378 km

From Zimbabwe a good asphalt road from Forbes Border Post Mutari roughly 584 km to Vilanculos. Follow the EN6 on the Beira road, turn right (south) on the EN1 for 384 km to the turn-off to Vilanculos for [https://emid=9 further details

How to get around in Vilanculos

The town is compact and walkable.

What to see in Vilanculos

South Beach Vilankulo

What to do in Vilanculos

The Bazaruto Archipelago comprises five islands which are within the Bazaruto Archipelago. From north to south and these islands are: Bazaruto, Santa Carolina Known as Paradise Island, Benguerra, Margaruque and Bangue. There are a number of dive sites around the islands, generally on the seaward side. Other dive sites are located on the seaward side of San Sebastian (south of the islands on the mainland peninsular ), A point jutting out in line with the islands. From San Sebastian and the mainland curves south west to form a large bay which is protected from rough seas by the point and the islands. Travelling northwards up the bay, Archipelago Resort looks out to the south of Margaruque Island.

• African Impact Community Project | ☎ +258 847 633 405 A volunteering community project with a preeschool, orphanage, housebuilding.

Horse Riding

• Mozambique Horse Safari - ☎ +258 842512910 Pat & Mandy specialize in custom-made horse safaris and day rides along the Vilanculos coast and on Benguerra Island in Mozambique. Enjoy long stretches of untouched white sand beaches and magnificent views overlooking the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago. The area is suitable for riders of all levels of ability.
• Horse Volunteer | mozmandy2@ - ☎ +258 842512910 Mozambique Horse Safari offers you a Volunteer Programme which is aimed at gap year students and adult volunteers who are looking to develop their riding skills, discover the culture of Mozambique and make a difference in Africa helping horses. In addition to working with horses you will be able to volunteer out at the local orphanages in Vilankulo where you will experience poverty and the problems that are faced by the people of Mozambique.

Dhow Safari

Experience the wonder of a traditional sailing dhow gliding through the Bazaruto Archipelago. The islands of Benguerra, Bazaruto, Magaruque and Santa Carolina are complete with azure waters, sandy beaches, palm trees and pristine coral reefs.

• Sailaway Dhow Safaris - ☎ +258 823876350 - Day safari $70, overnight safari $230 Fully catered sailing safaris in traditional dhows, exploring the islands of the Bazaruto archipelago. Day trips and overnight journeys, staying in a beach camp.
• Dolphin Dhow Safaris - ☎ +258 824624700 - Day safari $65, Overnight safari $100 Day trips and overnight safaris to the Bazaruto Archipelago Islands,Professional Cook - meals and drinks. Accommodation, Boat Hire (Dhow or Speed Boat, Snorkelling & Fishing, Sunset Cruise. Offices on beachfront.

Sailing

Discover the ultimate escape by exploring the Archipelago on board a fully crewed yacht.

• Yacht Regal | - ☎ +258 825314425 Plan your own holiday in paradise.

Game Fishing

The area surrounding is ranked as the best Black Marlin destination in the Eastern Indian Ocean. The season runs from early October through to end of January each year. The Marlin come close in to the shallow waters around the Islands and can often be found feeding around the shoals of various species of tuna that frequent our waters during this time of the year.

Scuba Diving

The Bazaruto Archipelago is nearby, an offers some excellent scuba diving on daytrips from Vilanculos. 2-tank dives are the norm, and snorkellers are also welcome. The archipelago's coral reefs and clear waters offer some of the best diving in the world, dive sites are un-crowded and marine life is varied and abundant. With sites at a depth of 12 to 30m and visibility up to 40m you will discover protected reefs teeming with dolphin, hump back whales, whale sharks, sharks, manta and spotted eagle rays, green and turtles.

• Big Blue - ☎ +258 8231 80460 At Aguie Negra. PADI certified dive centre offering courses, fundiving, gamefishing, snorkelling, islandtrips.
• Dive Bazaruto - A PADI dive resort, +258 29384527 /848 506507. Special packages including accommodation, dive courses and boat charter.
• Odyssea Dive - ☎ +258 8278 17130 At Boabab Beach. PADI certified with fast, inflatable dive boats.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Vilanculos

• Machilla Magic | ☎ +258 823 933 428 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00- 16:00, Saturday 08.00-12.00A community based projerct working with Local Mozambican artists and their families to create unique, sustainable crafts.....

Halal Restaurants in Vilanculos

• Kilimanjaro Coffee Shop | 22M Eduarod Mondale Avenida ☎ +258 29382439 Nice atmosphere and friendly staff, Wifi, coffee and tasteful meals

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Vilanculos

Vilanculos - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Vilanculos, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Vilanculos. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Vilanculos and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Vilanculos. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Vilanculos. Key components include:

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Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Vilanculos, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Vilanculos, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Vilanculos, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Vilanculos, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Vilanculos without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Vilanculos is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Vilanculos.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Dolphinn Dhow Accommodation - ☎ +258 824624700 - From R150 Overlooking The Bazaruto Archipelago offers exclusive beach front accommodation and fine dining in the vibrant coastal town of Vilanculos. Rooms feature private bathrooms and air-conditioning, and there is also deck with sea views.
• The Beach Village - ☎ +258 29382049 - From $12 The Beach Village is situated on the Mozambican coast of the Indian Ocean surrounded by the majestic Bazaruto Archipelago in the town Vilankulo just a few steps from the sea, 5 Bungalows, Dormitories, swimming pool, Beach-Bar, Bar & Restaurant with High-Speed WiFi Access
• Baobab Beach | ☎ +258 82 7315420 - Head south for about 5 minutes from the center of town. A large place overlooking the beach with many huts and a few that serve as dorms with about 8 beds each. Also good for campers with tents. It's a little quieter up here than the northern end of town.
• Casa Chibububo Lodge | Bairo du Airporto, Stand 10 ☎ +258 8 826 516 556 - Casa Chibububo Lodge offers double and twin room with refrigerator, beds with mosquito nets and balcony. Its facilities and services include restaurant, bar, airport shuttle service and babysitting service.
• Josef & Tina's | ☎ +258 29382140 - It is a small and affordable beachfront lodge with one guest house, three suites, three chalets, camp site and bar/restaurant
• Smugglers | ☎ +258 293 82253 - R150-525 Popular with a range of options in various blocks of rooms. Hot water in the shared bathrooms, and a sports bar with satellite TV and swimmingpool table with weekly competitions. Tues and Thurs are volleyball night. Swimming swimmingpool with a swimming swimmingpool café. Come here if you like to party
• Turtle Suites | - ☎ +258 828236190 - 500 Zar Very nice suites on the beach with Air con, Wifi, full self catering kitchen and Swimming swimmingpool with a bar for a reasonable price
• Varanda | - ☎ +258 828612540 - suites 70 $ studio 100 $. on the beachfront. Venue with view of the Bazauto islands. The cuisine is a mix of Portuguese and Mozambican. Try the prawn Curries. 2 suites with private toilet.1 studio on the top of a kind of moulin...incredible view.
• Zombie Cucumber - To get here walk a few minutes south of the town center. Dorms Mts 360 Chalets Mts 1100. Swimming swimmingpool and internet.

Mid-range

• Pescador |

Beach Road, Vilankulo, Mozambique ☎ +258 293 82312 US$100 - US$130/person/night All rooms have ocean views and air conditioning. There is also an a la carte restaurant and wifi with ADSL access

• Hotel Massunguine - Av. Eduardo Mondlane ☎ +258 293 382707 - MTS 1800 Very good hotel in town. Has 27 en-suite rooms with A/C. The manager is British/South African and very helpful. Restaurant provides very good food.
• Archipelago Resort | @resort.com - ☎ +258 293 84022 US$150 per casa per day or US$40.00 per person sharing 18 Indonesian styled casa's that sleep up to 6 comfortably. On site restaurant. Horse riding and deep sea diving.
• Aguie Negra - ☎ +258 293 82387 [mail to: ]. Newly renovated lodge right at the beachfront.
• Casa Guci | ☎ +258 82 868 6540 - €60/R480/person for self catering or €85/R680/person for full board A German owned resort with 3 chalets, 2-4 beds in each and fully equipped kitchens. Has a small swimming swimmingpool and a restaurant that serves European and local food, including good pizzas
• Beach chalets - South Beach ☎ +258 29384252 +US$40 /50 per person sharing per day or $150 per unit/night - sea and garden view chalets with Restaurant and swimming swimmingpool on South beach
• Casa Rex - ☎ +258 293 82048 US$95 - US$130/person/night Terrace and swimming swimmingpool with views over the harbour.
• Deacra - ☎ +258 293 84076 US$350/person/night self catering as well as B&B accommodation and the houses each comprise of 3 twin bedrooms all with bathrooms en-suite and a private swimming pool
• Hotel Ancora - ☎ +258 293 82444 - Single $105USD/Double $170USD. Step out of your room and you are on the beach. Business centre and restaurant. All rooms include ensuite bathrooms, TV (DSTv) with movies/sports/news, A/C, free breakfast and free wifi.
• Vilanculos Beach Lodge - at the northern end of Vilanculos - R850-1050/night

Telecommunications in Vilanculos

• TDM and the Vilanculos Tourism Board in the Town centre have computers offering internet access as well as some of the resorts and restaurants.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Vilanculos

Fly out of here to:

• Kruger National Park
• Mpumalanga

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