More AboutMaqueda Mozambique Lodge

Lugar de Arvores T/A Maqueda@Mozambique can be found about 90 km north of Maputo in the virtually untouched and unexplored landscape of Calanga along the coastline between Macaneta and Bilene.

Our location makes us an ideal holiday getaway because it’s the only three-and-a-half-hour drive from the Lebombo border post at Komatipoort, South Africa.
Due to the location of the camp, it is essential that you only travel by 4×4 or diff-lock vehicles to reach the camp, as you drive through very sandy terrain en-route. It is advised that you deflate your tires to a max of 1 bar.

We are hidden amongst the trees, that keep the camp cool, and you are welcome to walk to the beach (900 meters from the camp) or drive over the dune with your 4×4 as you are allowed to use a 4 km stretch of the beach for driving.

Sunny skies, endless beaches, and clear waters teaming with marine life make Mozambique the perfect beach holiday destination.

Peace, Sea, and sun in a remote but reachable area are waiting for you.

Rates for Lugar de Arvores – Calanga 2025

Important notice:

  • Only accessible with 2×4 or 4×4 vehicles with tyres deflated to 1 Bar.
  • 170 km from Lebombo border post but 4-hour drive time.
  • 2 nights minimum stay
Self-Catering  RACK Rate

Casita 1 – 2 Sleeper

Twin/ Double bedroom with open plan kitchen/dinette and en-suite shower and toilet

Outside braai facility and outside shower and toilet

R1430.00 per night max 2 guests

Casita 2 – 2 Sleeper

Twin/ Double bedroom with open plan kitchen/dinette and en-suite shower and toilet

Outside braai facility and outside shower and toilet

R1430.00 per night max 2 guests

Casita 3 – 2 Adults 2 Children sleeping in loft

Twin/Double open bedroom with kitchen/dinette and en suite shower and toilet

Twin beds for 2 children up a ladder in the loft

Outside braai facility

R1430.00 per night for 2 guests

R2142.00 per night for 4 guests

Casita 4 – 2 Adults, 2 children sleeping in loft

Twin/Double open bedroom with kitchen/dinette and en suite shower and toilet

Twin beds for 2 children up a ladder in the loft

Outside braai facility

R1430.00 per night for 2 guests

R2142.00 per night for 4 guests

Facilities Available

  • Casitas / Chalets
  • Bed-sitter chalets all open plan
  • Kitchenette with fridge freezer, equipped for the number of guests in casita
  • Fans
  • Solar 220v electricity (no hair dryers, electric kettles or irons may be used)
  • Outside sitting area with braai facility
  • Restaurant
  • Small curio shop with necessities
  • Ice for sale.
  • Charcoal for sale.

                    Accommodation Activities

                    Day on the unspoiled beach

                    Calanga beach is one of the only destinations in Mozambique where you are allowed to travel by car for 4 km on the beach and find a beautiful spot to enjoy your day on the beach – no hassles to carry all your beach equipment to the beach.

                    Freshwater Lake

                    Freshwater lakes, situated only3 km from the lodge mean that you can swim, fish and kayak in the most unspoiled environment you can imagine.

                    Surf fishing

                    Calanga beach is well known for its excellent surf fishing.

                    Hiking & Birdwatching

                    Go hiking and bird watching at leisure on the numerous little paths.

                    Night Hiking

                    Go hiking at night on the beach where during December and January you may encounter some sea-turtles. You can also join the Calanga turtle protection program.

                    No Quad Bikes

                    Sadly, NO QUAD BIKES ALLOWED

                    Maqueda Mozambique Important Notes

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                    Accessible by 4×4 or 2×4 diff lock only and deflate your tyres to at least 1 bar .
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                    No quad bikes are allowed.
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                    ONLY fishing jet skis are allowed.

                    It is very important that you bring your confirmation document with you to give you access to your campsite. Please remember that there is no internet or cell phone reception so staff cannot confirm your booking and therefore will not allow you into the camp without the confirmation.

                    -Passports
                    -Valid Driver’s License
                    -Vehicle registration documents, trailers and boats as well.
                    -When towing, a triangle on the front right of the towing vehicle must be displayed and on the rear right of the trailer.
                    -Third Party Insurance is compulsory and is obtainable at the SASOL garage Komatipoort.
                    -Obey all traffic rules and regulations and there is no need to bribe anyone.
                    -Politeness is more than likely to save any situation, never be aggressive.
                    -You can exchange money at the SASOL fuel station, Komatipoort before you get to the border post.

                    What to bring?

                    Please note the nearest town is about 1-hour of sand drive away, so you will have to bring everything!

                    Central generator room where guests can put their own generator that will provide power to their camp as to keep noise down to a minimum. Generators cannot be used at the campsite itself due to noise.

                    Fresh drinking water.