Macachula Beach Lodge offers an unforgettable retreat for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Set against the backdrop of a pristine beach, warm Indian Ocean waters, a tranquil lagoon, and lush mangrove swamps—accessible by boat—this is the perfect destination for those craving the outdoors.
Guests can choose between self-catering chalets and beachfront campsites, each offering sweeping views of the ocean and lagoon. Whether you’re casting a line at one of our excellent fishing spots, snorkeling among the mangroves, exploring the waterways by canoe or paddleboard, or bringing your own gear for kite surfing or surfing, there’s no shortage of ways to immerse yourself in the natural surroundings.
Located on four hectares along the northern bank of the Pomene Lagoon, the lodge is 55 km from Massinga and accessible via a scenic dirt road—approximately a 90-minute drive. Please note that a 4×4 vehicle is required. Upon booking, guests will receive detailed travel information to assist with planning their journey.
General Information
Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by our camp manager, Martin Matsinhe, who will guide you through everything you need to know during your stay. Martin speaks both English and Portuguese and serves as your main point of contact, as other staff members speak Portuguese and the local language.
The lodge is secured by a resident guard, Thomas, with additional security provided during peak periods. All chalets are serviced daily, and laundry can be arranged with Martin for a small fee. Firewood is available for purchase and is ideal for braais.
If you’d like fresh produce, seafood, or baked goods, Martin can assist with sourcing these locally—vendors often visit the lodge with seasonal offerings.
Water is drawn from the river and naturally filtered through mangroves and reeds. We kindly ask guests to use it sparingly, especially when showering.
For mobile connectivity, we recommend purchasing a Vodacom Mozambique SIM card, which offers the only reliable signal in the Pomene area. SIM cards are widely available, but you’ll need your passport to register (RICA) and top-up assistance is readily provided.
These are available for your use at a small fee. Please treat them with respect and watch the tides!
If you bring your own boat you can launch from the beach at the campsite.
The old hotel on Pomene point is well worth a visit with its spectacular views and blowholes in the rocks.
The birdlife is abundant and we have a resident flock of flamingos on the lagoon. Don’t forget the binos and your birdbook/app.
Coragio Comercial is at the top of the hill, about a 5 minute drive and is stocked with the essentials including beer, spirits, some wine, cold drinks, 5 litre bottled water and basic food commodities. There is also Armada’s Store about 5km’s from the camp which stocks similar things and is usually able to assist with data top ups for your Moz sim if you get one.
We recommend visiting the mangroves in both high tide and low tide as it looks so different at both. There are many interesting fish to see and good to snorkel in the section that the river meets the ocean. Martin can arrange a tour for a small fee.
Available through Ian on +25 884 436 0235
The lodge is entirely solar energy based, including power supply for pumping water. To conserve battery energy power may be switched off at night and switched on during the day in sunny weather. If possible, please assist our energy cause by using your own generators / dual battery systems for your camping fridges, even if your use these during “outage” hours only.
Enjoy your stay and please respect camp staff, the locals, and the environment! Please share your experiences with us so that we can improve upon our facilities and service and include any useful information or experiences in this document!
All staff salaries are included in your price. However please feel free to tip the staff, especially if you are happy with the service!
Please note that this a joint venture with Martin Matsinhe of Macachula Village. All funds received are put back into the community and further development of Macachula.
