Fim Do Mundo Nacala, Nampula Province

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Bay Diving is a small, privately owned and operated lodge with dive school in the huge bay of Nacala, a refreshing oasis with accommodation options from seven twin or double chalets to camping and dormitory, which all have stunning views of the bay. The poolside restaurant boasts great food and legendary chocolate cake. Down the steep steps, clean, quiet, safe beaches drift into calm, warm water perfect for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. The lodge can be hired exclusively for groups who want a private retreat. 10 Dive sites are all within a casual 30 minute boat ride with endless expanses of healthy coral and reefs suitable for novice to experienced scuba divers. Macro photographers overdose on frogfish, leaf fish, harlequin shrimps, seahorses, ribbon eels, nudibranchs and ghost pipefish while giant sunfish hover above during the months of April and May and migrating Humpback whales get up close from August to October. There are no sharks inside the bay. Spectacular night dives are conducted from the shore. Water temperature tops 29 degrees Celsius in summer and rarely drops below 23 degrees Celsius in winter. It is possible to dive year round in generally calm, clean water although the rainy season of January and February can be murky.

Small groups of students and divers receive personal attention and practical knowledge from their experienced instructor. So those with little diving experience can thrive here, and competent divers get a measure of freedom and space not always available at busier resorts.

Each live aboard excursion is specifically designed according to the clients fancy. Whether it be to explore remote spots along the coast which are inaccessible by road or to dive the famous reefs at Baixo Pinda or to find something new. Sleeping a maximum of six passengers, this dhow was created for adventurous people who want to spend more time in the water than an air-conditioned cabin. It is also available for scuba diving or sailing only day trips. During the months of Aug to Oct this makes for spectacular Humpback whale watching.

Due to over development in the area, we have closed the original Fim do Mundo bush camp in Mogincual and applied the concept to a newly acquired location - a peninsular called O'Quero directly opposite Bay Diving in Nacala. Perfect for those wanting a private hideaway, you can kayak the 2,6km and enjoy total solitude. Spend the day on the beach, snorkeling amongst the mangroves or take food, wine and camping gear for a real night out under the stars. Walk 14km along the beach and interact with villagers before reaching a point where you can hail a dhow taxi to bring you back. Whatever your ideas, we like to help you make the most of the opportunities available to do something out of your ordinary.

Getting to Nacala is not easy, but definitely worth the effort. A minimum 3 day drive from Johannesburg through Zimbabwe or 4 days through Maputo. Flights arrive from Johannesburg, Maputo, Dar es Salaam or Nairobi via Pemba to Nampula airport which is 200km inland. Minibus transfers can be arranged from the airport to Nacala and local bus transport runs all day. For those with their own plane, there is an airstrip 1,5km up the road from us.

Accommodation

Wooden thatched A-Frames:

2 with double bed, en suite

1 with 2 single beds, en suite

1 with 4 single beds, near to communal bathroom

Stone thatched A frame: 1 with 2 single beds, en suite with hot water

Family A frame: 1 with double bed and upper level for two children, en suite

Stone thatched room: 1 large room with double bed, en suite with hot water

The Double Room: 1 large room with double bed. Use of communal bathroom

The Dormitory: 6 single beds in large room

Reservations & information:

Elena Travel Services & Car Hire CC

P.O. Box 3127 Windhoek, Namibia