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Vilanculos Trips & Tours

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Vilanculos Trips & Tours

A small tropical town with a laidback lifestyle, traditional seaside charm and sparkling blue seas.
The expression "Africa time" was probably coined in Vilanculos, a tiny, tropical village on Mozambique’s southern Indian Ocean coastline. It’s unapologetically laid-back, things definitely don’t get done on time and it’s the best antidote to big-city life that we could imagine. A lot of people skip through Vilanculos on their way to the Bazaruto Archipelago, but there are excellent reasons to stay put for a while. How about colourful market stalls to explore and friendly restaurants selling fresh crab to nibble on? Maybe a dhow safari through the pristine marine national park, and some damn fine lodges to stay in, spilling out onto the squeaky sand beach? Yes please!
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Along the idyllic south coast of Mozambique, Vilanculos is the embodiment of a laid-back, beachside town where a collection of hotels from the super-luxe to boutique and barefoot offer a home for the night or a few days. Take a little time to peruse the colourful markets for handmade souvenirs and delicious, ocean-fresh crab. Vilanculos isn’t without its aquatic activities either. Sail the waters of the Bazaruto marine national park in a dhow and spot dugongs, whale sharks (between April and July), and pods of dolphins. Slip beneath the surface for an incredible snorkelling or scuba diving experience, learn how to kiteboard or simply enjoy paddling in the turquoise waters. For something completely different, ride horseback along the sand and find a secret place to stop for a picnic.

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