The Quirimbas

Ibo Island Lodge

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Ibo Island?

Stays at Ibo Island start from around US$830 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.

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Ibo Island

About Ibo Island Lodge

A beautiful, colonial treasure far off the beaten track in Mozambique.

Travel back in time to Ibo Island Lodge. The island has a rich history of Arab and Portuguese occupation since the 10th century, which is reflected in the buildings, decor and cuisine at the lodge. The main building, guest rooms and villa are spread across manicured gardens brimming with bougainvillea and palms. These three majestic buildings are lovingly-restored colonial buildings over 150 years old. Their wide verandahs, thick coral and lime walls, high ceilings and wooden beams create a sense of olde-worlde opulence by the seaside. The beach is on your doorstep and we love the rooftop restaurant and chillout area overlooking the Indian Ocean and the African sunset.

The Quirimbas , Mozambique

From $830 per person/per night

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The property

The Bela Vista lounge (a rooftop bar/restaurant) with its seating built into the wall, wooden deck and mesmerising sea views is a top spot for African sundowners. But below the elegance of a colonial past is conjured up in the white colonial buildings, the private dining room featuring an enormous solid teak banqueting table, the artefacts of a bygone era and the expansive colonial garden. If the sea isn’t enough you have the choice of three luxurious swimming pools including a lap pool.

The rooms

There are a few different guest room options from sea to garden view but they all boast wide, shady verandahs, four poster beds, beautiful wooden furnishings, tall ceilings with solid teak beams and a quiet sense of barefoot luxury. For families or groups you can book Villa Paradiso, another grand colonial beauty. The villa has five en-suite rooms, its own rooftop bar and private swimming pool. It comes with a private butler and chef.

Activities

Here’s what is on offer. You can scuba dive along some of Africa’s richest coral reefs, snorkel from the shallows or off a traditional dhow, kayak, fish, enjoy a castaway beach picnic, go on a birding safari or a mangrove forest experience. For a dose of history and culture take an island tour and learn more about the past and some of the exciting projects happening such as the silversmiths working in the old fort. All these experiences can be arranged at reception. *Not all activities at Ibo Island Lodge are included in the price.

Why we love it

It’s a tough call between the roof terrace (beautiful views) and the spacious rooms (beautiful décor).

Insiders Tip

Breakfast is definitely the best meal of the day - and what better way to enjoy it than overlooking the sea. We say good day to that!

Something to think about

The lodge isn’t directly on the beach so if you’re dreaming of pristine white sand to laze on, think again…

Plan your stay

How to book Ibo Island

How do I book Ibo Island?

Ibo Island 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 Ibo Island 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 Ibo Island?

Stays at Ibo Island start from around $830 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.

Mozambique

The Quirimbas

A group of enigmatic, dreamlike and unexplored islands with lodges that epitomise barefoot luxury.