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MiniwebsPonta Mamoli is set in a pristine natural coastline with a sub tropical climate along the southern tip of Mozambique. Here you will find magnificent expanses of beaches with unspoilt offshore reefs which offer excellent scuba diving and snorkelling. No surprise why Ponta Mamoli has been voted as one of the top 10 beaches in Africa ! So true is the saying 'An ocean sunrise is the ultimate sunrise.' Early risers can settle on the deck (with a hot cup of coffee of course !), listen to the gentle sounds of the waves lapping on the shore, & watch in awe as the early morning sun slowly rises over the ocean, bathing her amazing African glow of golds, reds & orange hues over the wild African bush !
After a day of sun, sea, salt & sand, spend late afternoons with family or friends next to the refreshing 6m x 5m rim flow swimming pool, (which also has a small side paddle pool for kiddies), relaxing with sundowners on the wooden deck as you watch the ocean showcase it's different shades of crystal clear colours of turqoise and blues, everchanging with the flow of the warm Indian Ocean currents.
Watch the majestic whales coming up to the surface to blow air and sea spray or take a 10 minute walk down the beach to Frederico’s snorkelling bay (bring own snorkelling equipment.) With the wide expanse of beach at Aloha early morning and late afternoon walks are most relaxing.
At Ponta Mamoli you will find a place so pure & exhilarating that though you will take your memories with you, you will always leave a piece of your soul behind in the sand...
The nearest village from Ponta Mamoli is Ponta Malongane, just 9km from Aloha. Here you will find a pharmacy, a small market with local arts and crafts, various local 'Baraccas' (Cafes) selling the famous 2M Portuguese beer, wine, other spirits as well as the notorious 'R&R' drink made with Tipo-Tinto Rum and Sparberry. There are a few restaurants ranging from Alex's Pizza, Crabs, Sunset Shack (perfect spot for afternoon sundowners.) and Come-to-See . Most are fairly rustic and have a local Portuguese flavour such as Come-To-See Restaurant's delicious Chicken Peri-Peri, and The Drunken Clam where you can sit and watch the sunset over Lake Sugi. There is a dive centre at Ponta Malongane campsite 10km from Ponta Mamoli.
The village of Ponta do Ouro is a 5 minute drive from Aloha. Here you will find a bottle store, pharmacy,petrol station, the BCI bank (local Mozambican bank), ATM, fishing tackle shops, surf shop, local craft market with souvenirs, clothing & wooden crafts, colourful food market where you can buy locally grown fruit and vegetables, alcohol, cigarettes, prawns, and a local bakery which provides fresh warm Portuguese rolls daily known as Pao.
Deep Sea Fishing charters and Scuba diving excursions can be arranged with Gozo Azul Diving Centre. Dolphin viewing trips can be booked at Angie Gullan's Dolphin Centre. Recommended restaurants are the Love Cafe in the village and Florestina on the beachfront. For the health conscious head to Mangos (above the dolphin centre) an open air Hawaiian style mini- Restaurant where you can enjoy delicious smoothies, wraps and breakfasts.
Other activities available include boat trips, kayaking, paddle skiing, surfing & kite surfing. Ponta has a lovely sheltered swimming bay perfect for snorkelling and young children. If you are staying at Aloha 14 pack up a picnic basket and spend the day there. Dont forget the sun tan protection.
Water sports equipment can be hired here or the more adventurous at heart, quad bikes can be hired to explore the rugged winding coastal areas, stopping off at rustic Barracas (pubs/shacks) along the way.
Due to high roaming costs, a Mozambique sim card and data can be purchased in the villages in Ponta Malongane or Ponta da Ouro. Should you wish to connect to 3G, bring your own wi-fi router that connects to the Mozambique Vodacom. Alternatively: Purchase a Vodacom SIM and load data for full Internet 3G access.
The local currency is Meticais but South African Rands are also welcomed. The BCI bank (local Mozambican bank) as well has an ATM is situated in the village in Ponta do Ouro. The daily withdrawal limit for cash at the ATM is R2000 per day but please note - the ATM only gives the Mozambique currency. NB: please ensure you take enough cash with you into Mozambique in case required. Although cash (ZAR, meticais is accepted by vendors / restaurants there are a few places that have credit card facilities.
You will need a valid South African passport. If you have any other passport you will require a Visa. Visas can be purchased at the border post. You will need the original or certified copy of your vehicle registration papers, if the vehicle is not in your name then a letter from the owner of the vehicle, a letter from your Insurance Company stating that the vehicle is insured out of SA, a temporary drivers licence as well as 3rd Party Insurance which can be purchased at the border. Please log in to www.drivemoz.co.za to see a comprehensive, continually updated list for border requirements and procedures, as well as the necessary stickers for vehicles, trailers etc. and where to buy them.
Kosi Bay Border: opens 8am - closes 5pm daily. (Temporarily closed until further notice)
Komatipoort Border: opens 7am - closes 10pm daily.
A 4 x 4 vehicle is required to reach Aloha Estate . Should you be driving from the South African side to the Kosi Bay border without a 4 x 4 vehicle you can leave your car at the South African side of the border where secure parking is provided at approximately R50 per day (as at 26 March 2020. Please call us should you require an update on the Kosi Bay border closure.
There are local Mozambicans that do border transfers to Aloha. Please liaise with them directly regarding border transfer rates and meeting times. We can recommend:
Sandra - +258 84 731 9049
Afonso - +258 84 769 9708
Izak - +258 84 200 3717
Mozambique is classified as a Malaria area. Different times of the year can yield more mosquitoes, especially after the rains. Although some guests are happy just to spray themselves with mosquito repellent the onus is on the guest to discuss malaria medication with your doctor. Because the house is higher up and not down in the dense bush we do tend to not have as many mosquitoes. Please use your sprays, cover arms and legs with light clothing if outside and most importantly follow your Doctor’s advice. It does help if you keep bedroom doors closed during the day especially from 4:00pm onwards . Having aircons and fans in the bedrooms helps as well
For serious emergencies when in Mozambique please call:
The Lenmed Privado Hospital and Medi-Response Team +258 85 0155760
NB: Please only call in emergencies.
For minor issues i.e. slight fevers, sore -throats, non-serious injuries etc. There is a local First Aid office in Ponta do Ouro situated in the Motel do Mar as well as a Pharmacy in the Ponta do Ouro village.
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