Barra Lodge, the flagship lodge of the Praia Do Barra area, is set in one of the most picturesque areas in Mozambique, with spectacular views of pristine beaches and the crystal clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Barra Lodge offers accommodation that would suit all types of travellers.Barra has wide, white and walkable beaches and is bordered by the Inhambane estuary on one side, and the sea on the other. The lodge is nestled amongst groves of coconut trees with the warm Indian Ocean offering safe bathing all year round.
Barra caters mainly for families with children and divers who have come to experience Mozambiques unique Manta Coast diving. The Lodge is geared towards fun and activities for the whole family.
Situated 485km north of Maputo, access is on a tarred road which is suitable for normal vehicles, (the road from Maputo to Xai Xai has been upgraded and resurfaced). Please note that there are numerous towns and villages en-route and the main road often passes directly through these villages so speed limits are enforced strictly and avoid driving at night as the drive from Maputo to Inhambane can take anything between 6–8 hours. Please click here to get self drive directions and GPS coordinates to our lodges.
As you can book your flights directly with us, flying is a popular choice of travel to Inhambane, with direct flights from O.R.Tambo Airport (Johannesburg) with LAM operating throughout the week. Click herefor flight information and schedules.
From the historical city of Inhambane, it is only a 30 minute transfer to Barra Lodge which are driven by our reliable lodge staff in a mini bus.
Barra Lodge offers a variety of services at the lodge:
Conference Facilities:
Seating up to 60 cinema style, audio visual equipment available
Weddings:
We also cater for weddings, cocktail parties and special functions.
Activities Room:
DSTV, pool table, table tennis, darts
Swimming Pool:
With kids paddling pool, Water Slide, Fountains and Bridge
Curio Shop:
Basic toiletries, sweets, clothing and curios
Craft Market:
A Craft Market behind the Beach Bar which displays crafts from the locals.