Island Dhow Safari (ITT)

Ibo Island lies in the Quirimbas Archipelago of northern Mozambique. Nominated for World Heritage status Ibo has been described as one of the most unique and atmospheric islands in the world. Located on the prime waterfront site where romantic dhows sail out to sea on each high tide, Ibo Island lodge encompasses magnificent mansions each over one hundred years old. Coral and lime walls over a meter thick, high lofty ceilings and original beams. Ibo Island is a potential World Heritage Site, and therefore rooms have been designed to incorporate the architecture and style of the original ruins. The lodge accommodates guests in beautifully elegant, yet simple rooms, with indigenous solid teak and mahogany furniture, handcrafted by the people of Ibo. All nine bedrooms are individual and feature a king size 4poster, or twin hand crafted bed with crisp cotton linen and Indian silk throws. Wide verandas are a traditional feature of all Ibo mansions, but we widened ours considerably to house comfortable plantation style chairs with soft cushions. For all its tranquility and ambience Ibo Island Lodge also offers a diverse range of activities and experiences to keep the most diverse interests occupied.

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Ibo Island Lodge at night

Ibo Island Lodge

Aerial view of Ibo Island town

Aerial View of Ibo Island

Aerial view of the mangrove canals

Kixewa Bedroom Interior

Sea Facing Room Historical Rooms Garden Rooms

All sea facing rooms feature an enormous 4 poster king size carved bed draped in romantic mosquito netting with rich sea scape colors. High lofty ceilings still boasting their original dark teak ceiling beams from which air conditioning and ceiling fans keep these beautiful rooms cool and comfortable. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with twin basins, baths, a large marble shower and a stunning range of guest amenities.

Original, beautifully restored large historic rooms with wide verandas facing lush tropical gardens at the rear of the Niassa mansion. Features a small lounge area which can accommodate extra beds for small children

Our Niassa Garden rooms step out from huge verandas into lush tropical gardens with chunky palm trees that provide shade around the Niassa dip pool.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Pool, Restaurant, Spa

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Lounge Area, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Kayaking, Massages, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching

Activities Nearby

Beach, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Historical Tours, Kayaking / Paddling, Scuba Diving, Sea Kayaking

Ibo Island Lodge is the ONLY operator to offer fully guided tailor made mobile island hopping dhow safaris. The dhow safaris are led by a pro guide experienced in these waters, and are backed up by a 12 meter beautiful support dhow with a skipper, crew and chef on board. You don’t sleep on board - instead mobile camps are set up on various tropical islands and special spots. The camps are eco friendly and rustic with all the necessary equipment. You are able to walk around and explore the island,kayak,swim, snorkel or just relax.

All safaris include the magic and comfort of Ibo Island Lodge at the end of the safari: Outstanding guided historical and cultural interactions, sandbank beach experience, guided bird walks, kayaking through mangrove forests and much more.

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Dhow sailing

Traditional Arab Dhow with Kayaks on board

Aerial view of Mogundula Island

Guest going for a swim while on Dhow Safari

Camp Dinner set up

Guest kayaking with the support Dhow

Eco mobile Camp

There are no fixed facilities what so ever on safari, and many of the eco camps are uninhabited or habited only by migrant local and rural communities.

Camp life is eco-friendly, simple and rustic featuring 2 man 3 x 3 metre dome tents with built in ground sheets and mosquito nets. For groups with over 6 clients, separate bush ablutions are provided for men and women (long drop toilet and bush shower).

Bedding - stretches, foam mattresses and pillows are provided. For scheduled departures sleeping bags are supplied and for private tailor made departures linen is provided.

Please note that the eco camps are comfortable, but they are not 5 star luxury.

Ibo Island lies in the Quirimbas Archipelago of northern Mozambique. Nominated for World Heritage status Ibo has been described as one of the most unique and atmospheric islands in the world. Located on the prime waterfront site where romantic dhows sail out to sea on each high tide, Ibo Island lodge encompasses magnificent mansions each over one hundred years old. Coral and lime walls over a meter thick, high lofty ceilings and original beams. Ibo Island is a potential World Heritage Site, and therefore rooms have been designed to incorporate the architecture and style of the original ruins. The lodge accommodates guests in beautifully elegant, yet simple rooms, with indigenous solid teak and mahogany furniture, handcrafted by the people of Ibo. All nine bedrooms are individual and feature a king size 4poster, or twin hand crafted bed with crisp cotton linen and Indian silk throws. Wide verandas are a traditional feature of all Ibo mansions, but we widened ours considerably to house comfortable plantation style chairs with soft cushions. For all its tranquility and ambience Ibo Island Lodge also offers a diverse range of activities and experiences to keep the most diverse interests occupied.

• Images
• Rooms
• Facilities

Ibo Island Lodge at night

Ibo Island Lodge

Aerial view of Ibo Island town

Aerial View of Ibo Island

Aerial view of the mangrove canals

Kixewa Bedroom Interior

Sea Facing Room Historical Rooms Garden Rooms

All sea facing rooms feature an enormous 4 poster king size carved bed draped in romantic mosquito netting with rich sea scape colors. High lofty ceilings still boasting their original dark teak ceiling beams from which air conditioning and ceiling fans keep these beautiful rooms cool and comfortable. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with twin basins, baths, a large marble shower and a stunning range of guest amenities.

Original, beautifully restored large historic rooms with wide verandas facing lush tropical gardens at the rear of the Niassa mansion. Features a small lounge area which can accommodate extra beds for small children

Our Niassa Garden rooms step out from huge verandas into lush tropical gardens with chunky palm trees that provide shade around the Niassa dip pool.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Pool, Restaurant, Spa

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Lounge Area, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Kayaking, Massages, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching

Activities Nearby

Beach, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Historical Tours, Kayaking / Paddling, Scuba Diving, Sea Kayaking