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Dugong Beach Lodge, Vilanculos | Timbuktu Travel
Vilanculos

Dugong Beach Lodge

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About Dugong Beach Lodge

Relax and unwind away from the crowds.
Found near Mozambique's popular holiday area of Vilanculos, Dougong Lodge, named after the peaceful marine mammal that cruises it's waters, is surrounded by the boundaries of a wonderful coastal wildlife sanctuary. Friendly staff are on hand to ensure you get the most out of your holiday hours, with delicious and plentiful food to complete the picture. Let the waves wash right up to the sides of your private patio as you sit back a settle into a quite part of the coastline with no end of diverse activities above and below the water.
Vilanculos , Mozambique
From $810 per person/per night
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14 Rooms
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The property

You arrive to the central lodge area via a long pier that is built over the turquoise waters and amongst manicured gardens. The lodge area is covered by a expansive, hanging makuti styled roofing, a stunning outside lounge deck filled with comfortable seating and twisting tree trunks peeking through the flooring. Two large swimming pools off to the side of the main communal area also overlook the beach and ocean, making for memorable sunset moments.

The rooms

Each of the twelve chalets are built just on the waters edge with a large patio area perfect for lounging and walkways that lead directly down to the ocean. Neat and spacious, the rooms are all have a light decorative touch, air conditioning and bathrooms overlooking a private courtyard with a fun outdoor shower. The views from the bed out over the ocean are fantastic. Two chalets have two bedrooms each and a plunge pool- perfect for families.

Activities

There is a nice balance of free and paid for activities at the lodge. Spend time in the water snorkelling, kayaking, bird watching and walking along the expansive beach alongside the lodge grounds. If you are looking for more adventure there is ocean fishing, nature drives, scuba diving and dhow trips that can be arranged at extra cost.
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How to book Dugong Beach Lodge

How do I book Dugong Beach Lodge?

Dugong Beach 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 Dugong Beach 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 Dugong Beach Lodge?

Stays at Dugong Beach Lodge start from around $810 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.

Dugong Beach Lodge

Mozambique

Vilanculos

A small tropical town with a laidback lifestyle, traditional seaside charm and sparkling blue seas.