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Paindane Beach Resort

Inhambane, Mozambique

Paindane is nestled amongst plantations of Coconut palms and miles of sun-bleached beaches.

Paindane (Praia de Paindane) is situated 28 km South of Inhambane and is nestled amongst plantations of Coconut palms and miles of sun-bleached beaches

The self-catering basic rustic chalets and campsites on the dunes are a stone’s throw from the beach. On selected campsites, baraccas are available for hire. The baraccas are cool traditional shelters with modern clean ablutions and electrical plug points as well as water.

The Paindane Reef rates as one of the best diving and snorkelling spots in the African East Coast. This reef is within walking distance from the main campsite.

About Paindane

Paindane (Praia de Paindane) is situated 28 km South of Inhambane and is nestled amongst plantations of Coconut palms and miles of sun-bleached beaches.

The self catering basic rustic chalets and campsites on the dunes are a stones throw from the beach. On selected campsites baraccas are available for hire. The baraccas are cool traditional shelters with modern clean ablutions and electrical plug points as well as water.

The outstanding element of Paindane is the reef which protrudes north approximately 800 meters parallel to the beach, which forms a natural bay which is protected from the destruction of powerful ocean currents and waves. This bay is ideal for the launching boats as well as bathing and snorkeling.

Paindane bay is home to a coral garden, acclaimed to be one of the best on the African coast. The variety of soft and hard coral boast an array of colours that must be seen to be believed.

The abundance of hundreds of species of tropical fish that adorn this coral reef makes Paindane unique, and a must for all snorklers and divers. The natural bay is an ideal playground for all watersport enthusiasts.

Deep sea, rock, surf and fly fishing off the Paindane reef is unrivalled on the east coast of Africa. An abundance of Kingfish, Cuta, Natal Snoek, Wahoo, Dorado, Queenfish, Tuna and many other pelagic species roam the reef. Billfish are also in abundance.

Sailfish and Marlin are regularly caught by those who target them. No serious angler should miss the opportunity to fish this paradise.

Activities

Fishing

Paindane is a paradise for all deep-sea anglers with unrivalled catches of gamefish and billfish with the ideal fishing area only 300 meters from the launch. Pinnacles with shoals of monster kings, Cuta, Tuna and all the other Pelagic species are waiting for you.

Rock & Surf

This facet brings you the best of both worlds. Land a 20Kg Cuta or King from the Lighthouse reef at spring low tide, cast into 20 meters of deep blue water where anything can happen… or take a drive on the beach and choose a spot for yourself that will produce big Kings, Queens, Pompano and Bonefish on light tackle.

Snorkeling

The Paindane Reef offers the best snorkelling sites in Mozambique… 

With many world-renowned reefs within easy striking distance, Paindane rates as one of the best dive spots on the African East Coast. Manta Reef is unique and has been rated as the best worldwide, with excellent visibility and virtually hundreds of mantas that have made this reef their home.

The coral garden lies inside the Paindane reef in 2 – 3 meters of water and is rated by Mike Slater (Guide to Mozambique) as one of the very best snorkelling spots of the African East Coast. On a good day, visibility extends to as much as forty meters, with thousands of tropical species to be viewed by the entire family.

Jetski, Hobbycat, Paddleski and boardsailing enthusiasts enjoy the safe launch at Paindane and the fact that you sail directly into the backline and deep waters of the Mozambique Channel, without any surf to contend with.

For those who are not into water activities, long walks along the pristine sun-bleached beaches, shell hunting, swimming in the warm tropical waters, tanning in the basking sun, or sipping an ice-cold beer in the beach bar can all be enjoyed.

Paindane Fishing & Game Fishing Charters

Paindane resort is situated directly opposite the famous Paindane Reef. The reef creates a very safe and easy launching opportunity and fishing direct behind the reef is excellent.

Paindane Whale Beach Walk  

NOT TO BE MISSED!

The greatest show on earth is between Paindane and Dongane along the coast (July to mid-September). The whale migration you cannot afford to miss. Whales come up to the backline of the waves.

A night walk might give you the opportunity to see turtles laying eggs on the beach.
See the coastal nightlife first hand.

 

Information 

  • Malaria prevention
  • Sunscreen
  • Passport
  • Paindane is 500km from Maputo and 30km south of Inhambane
  • Security has not been a problem to date we have found it. Very safe and crime-free
  • Climate: subtropical
  • Geography: coastal forest dunes

Accommodation

Our accommodation facilities offer you the following:

Campers using the well laid out campsites with their stunning view of Paindane bay, will have access to clean modern ablutions, electrical plug points and clean water.

  • All campsites at Paindane can accommodate 12 people.
  • Our campsites are sand, as we are on the side of a dune. We cannot plant grass as we do not have the fresh watersupply for this.
  • The campsites are sloped and not terraced, as this will prevent clients with trailers and campers to get on to the camp sites.
  • A clean modern ablution catering for the camp site.

Baraccas are 8 X 4MT traditional shelters, available on selected campsites. These shelters consist of a thatched structure with a concrete floor, kitchen worktop, light, plug points, and a braai. USE THE MAIN ABLUTION.

The Casitas are 10 X 5 traditional shelters, available on selected campsites each with its own ablution facilities, and an adjoining kitchenette. light, plug points, and a braai. Casitas have ½ cement floor and ½ sand, as some clients like to erect their tents under the roof. 

The basic rustic Mozambique style chalets consist of one, two, three, four, and six bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a dining room. Selected basic rustic Mozambique style chalets have four/three separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and a dining room and a braai.  Selected basic rustic Mozambique style chalets have large stoops.  Hot water supplied for the bathroom with a gas geezer.  Bring your own towels, all bed linen is supplied and kitchen utensils. The first toilet roll and black rubbish bag is supplied.  A housekeeper may be hired for your convenience at reception, this is to help the local population to have an income.

The large basic rustic Mozambique style chalets have four separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, and a dining room.

Rondavels:

4 BED Rondavel (No 3, 4 & 5)
Cement and bricks, relaxed not posh
1 x Bedroom, Lounge, Kitchen & Bathroom.
2 x single beds in room + bunk bed in lounge

6 BED Rondavel (Rondavels 1, 2)
Cement and bricks, relaxed not posh
2 x Bedroom, Lounge, Kitchen & Bathroom.
2 x 2 single beds in room + bunk bed in lounge

Chalets:

6 BED Chalet (Chalet 21, 22, 23, 24, & 25)
Constructed from bricks, reed and gras – Mozambique Style
3 x Bedrooms, 2 x Bathrooms, Kitchen, Open Plan Lounge & Dining room, Verandah/Braai
(1 x double bed + 4 x single beds)

7 BED Chalet (Chalet 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)

Constructed from bricks, reed and gras – Mozambique Style
2 x Bedrooms, 1 x Bathroom, Open Plan Lounge, Kitchen, 1 x Bathroom & Verandah.
(1 x double bed, 2 single beds in rooms + 3 beds in lounge)

8 BED Chalet (Chalet 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15)

Constructed from bricks, reed and gras – Mozambique Style
4 x Bedrooms, 2 x Bathroom, Open Plan Lounge, Kitchen, 1 x Bathroom & Verandah.
(2 x double bed, 4 single beds)

8 BED Chalet (Chalet 16)

Constructed from bricks, reed and gras – Mozambique Style
3 x Bedrooms, 2 x Bathroom, Open Plan Lounge, Kitchen, 1 x Bathroom & Verandah.
(1 x double bed, 2 single beds in rooms + 2 beds in lounge)

10 BED Chalet (Chalet 26)

Constructed from bricks, reed and gras – Mozambique Style
4 x Bedrooms, 2 x Bathrooms, Kitchen, Open Plan Lounge & Dining room, Verandah/Braai
(1 x double bed + 8 x single beds)

12 BED Chalet (Chalet 19)

Constructed from bricks, reed and gras – Mozambique Style
6 x Bedrooms, 2 x Bathrooms, Kitchen, Open Plan Lounge & Dining room, Verandah/Braai
(2 x double beds + 8 x single beds)

All Chalets are fitted with Gas geysers, 3 plate cookers (gas supplied), electric fridges, deep freezers & linen. (towels not supplied)

Camping:

Open Site with Gazebo
12m x 24m
Sites1, 2, 11, 13, 14. 15, 16, 1, & 18
Camp site has a gazebo (3m x 3m) with a grass roof, braai and plug point.
Electric plug point for own freezer. 5AMP PLUG ONLY

Baracca:

Traditional shelters, consisting of a thatched structure with a concrete floor.
13m x 24m
Sites 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 31 & 32
Shelter size 8m by 4m with prep bowl, plug point, work surface and light.
Guest can place their tents in front of the Baraccas on the soft beach sand. Baracca Sites S31 & S32 can’t take safari trailer, because of retaining wall around the sites
Electric plug point for own freezer. 5 AMP PLUG

Casita:

Large Baraccas, each with its own ablution facilities and an adjoining kitchen area.
4m x 8m x 13m x 24m
Sites 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 10, 19, 27, 28 & 33
Shelter size 8m by 6m with own Ablution & Kitchenet Area.
Each Casita has a warm water geyser, a toilet, hand basin and shower. Kitchen facilities include a basin and work surface. Gas and electric points are provided.
Electric plug point for own freezer. 5 AMP PLUG

Rates:

Rondavels

4 Bed Rondavel

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R1680.00 per night

6 Bed Rondavel

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R2520.00 per night

Chalets

6 Bed Chalet

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R2520.00 per night

7 Bed Chalet

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R2880.00 per night

8 Bed Chalet

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R3360.00 per night

10 Bed Chalet

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R4200.00 per night

12 Bed Chalet

  • Off Season – R300.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R5040.00 per night

Camping

  • Adult – R165.00 per day
  • U/12 – R90.00 per day
  • U/3 – Free

Open Site with Gazebo

  • Off Season – R120.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R220.00 pp.pn

Baracca

  • Off Season – R135.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R360.00 pp.pn

Casita

  • Off Season – R160.00 pp.pn
  • Peak Season – R480.00 pp.pn

Admin Fee

  • R55.00 – once off per reservation.
Accommodation
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