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Ulala Lodge, Pemba | Timbuktu Travel
Pemba

Ulala Lodge

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About Ulala Lodge

A rustic laid-back beach lodge on Mozambique’s isolated northern coastline.
Ulala Lodge is a charming beach lodge, located on the picture-perfect shores of Murrébué Beach in northern Mozambique, less than half an hour’s drive from the nearest town of Pemba. The eco-friendly lodge has a natural organic feel, and great care has been taken in the design, which features local timber and driftwood and shaggy makuti roofs. With just six bungalows, Ulala has an intimate feel and is a great choice for a quiet retreat far from the distractions of modern life; kick of your shoes, feel the powdery sand between your toes, and relax in this slice of tropical paradise.
Pemba , Mozambique
From $120 per person/per night
Beach
8 Rooms
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The property

The main area has a wonderfully natural feel. The freeform makuti (woven from coco palm leaves) thatched roof is held aloft by weathered driftwood, and covers an open-plan lounge and bar, with pure beach sand underfoot. The restaurant is open-sided and faces onto the beach where the local fisherman bring their daily catch ashore – seafood doesn’t get fresher than this! Electricity comes from solar panels and a wind turbine, and there is WiFi in the restaurant area.

The rooms

The six charming bungalows are well spaced amongst the scattered palm trees fringing the beach, and have a tranquil feel, with native timber, bamboo wall panels, makuti roofs, and solid teak decks overlooking the ocean. Interiors are simple but very comfortable, and each is en-suite with hot running water and a shower. Two bungalows are up on stilts, and two have double bedrooms, suitable for a family. All have canopy mosquito nets, and large windows to catch the breeze.

Activities

The pristine beach is perfect for long walks, particularly at low tide when the sandbanks are exposed. Take a stroll around the freshwater lake behind the dunes and look out for a variety of birds feeding along the shores. Swim in the warm tidal pools, or kayak out to the deeper channels teeming with fish. Other activities include volleyball, Pétanque, badminton and kite surfing. Snorkelling, diving, seasonal whale watching cruises, and Pemba town tours can also be arranged from the lodge.
Plan your stay

How to book Ulala Lodge

How do I book Ulala Lodge?

Ulala Lodge 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 Ulala Lodge 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Ulala Lodge?

Stays at Ulala Lodge start from around $120 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.

Ulala Lodge

Mozambique

Pemba

A pretty, colonial town in the north with a dazzling coastline and a smattering of lovely lodges.