Baia Sonambula holds pride of place at Tofo Beach on southern Mozambique's Inhambane Peninsula. Beaches don't come much more beautiful; here, golden sand meets the deep turquoise-blue of the warm Indian Ocean. Perfect right-handers peel off the point and, under the surface, the waters teem with marine life. This boutique guesthouse has only six bungalows, so it's never crowded. Service is always friendly and personal, and the homemade food is superb. When you add in the super-comfortable accommodation and lush emerald and bougainvillea-filled gardens, you've basically got the ultimate beach holiday.
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This boutique hotel has only six rooms, called bungalows – four are sea-facing, two are surrounded by lush gardens. The rooms are relatively simple but make lovely use of neutral colours, natural wood, and cool fabrics that catch the breeze. Large glass doors open on to private decks, with cushioned daybeds, comfy chairs and spectacular views. Double beds draped with mosquito nets stand in the centre of the room, and charming en-suite bathrooms have all the mod cons.
Baia Sonambula can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Mozambique trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Mozambique trips featuring Baia Sonambula or get advice and suggestions from one of our Mozambique specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Baia Sonambula start from around $50, or US$50, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Walk along Tofo’s sweeping beaches, dive amongst manta rays and dugong, and explore the sleepy town.
