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Activities in Bilene

We offer many activities in and around Bilene, discover the local wildlife, the stunning landscapes, but also its inhabitants, their traditions, customs, songs, culinary specialties

ocean landscape view

The Limpopo Lighthouse

(Kite Trip Possible) A 4x4 excursion one hour from Bilene on typical African tracks, discovering a lighthouse and stunning landscapes

Far from cities and typical tourist spots of southern Mozambique, we drive in 4x4 through beautiful rural roads and small villages until we discover this particular lighthouse. Located in the middle of a true tropical paradise, it is the second tallest lighthouse in Africa.

DURATION:

Departure at 10am. Return after lunch, around 4-5pm.

MEALS:

Lunch included

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Comfortable shoes and clothing, swimsuit, cap, sunscreen, mosquito repellent.

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

60€ / person

a local Mozambican market

The Village of Macia

30 min from Bilene, the small town of Macia, its fruit market, shops, its Cashew Nut factory

This village, located 30 km from Bilene, is a typical small town in Mozambique. Walking through its streets and market, you can discover for yourself what daily life looks like for its inhabitants and where they do their shopping. If you have in mind a typical African souk, this one is quite different, Macia is not a tourist town, its inhabitants are very friendly and calm, and you can walk peacefully among the different fruit and craft stands with our guide.

DURATION:

Departure at 09:30. Return around 1:00pm.

MEALS:

Not included

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Comfortable shoes and clothing, swimsuit, cap, sunscreen, mosquito repellent.

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

10€ / person

African women in traditional cooking

Traditional cooking and life

The inhabitants of Bilene welcome you into their homes, to discover their way of life, and also to introduce you to cooking typical dishes of the region

Mozambicans are an incredibly welcoming and warm society. With the help of Felix, our guide, we invite you to discover life in Bilene, to dive into its daily life, explore its customs, and learn to cook their most delicious traditional dish, "Matapa". You will be delighted by this unforgettable adventure at the heart of Mozambican culture!

DURATION:

Departure at 09:30. Return around 1:00pm.

MEALS:

Traditional lunch

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone, expect a few kilometers of walking

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Comfortable shoes and clothing, cap, sunscreen, water for the road

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

10€ / person

boat on water seen from drone

The ocean, the turtles

And whales offshore (depending on season). Boat excursion to the ocean, home to a family of turtles.

We take you by boat to the mouth of the lagoon, in a breathtaking landscape, you can walk along the ocean, swim, then climb a small cliff (less than 100m) to overlook a family of sea turtles that resides there. Between September and November, whales pass along the coast of Mozambique during their migration, you can see them in the distance, majestic.

DURATION:

At your convenience, up to 3h

MEALS:

Not included

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Beach attire, swimsuit, cap, sunscreen, water and why not a snack and drinks?

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

30€ / person

beach landscape by the ocean

4x4 excursion and Braai on the beach

The famous South African Braai (traditional barbecue), after a short 4x4 trip through the dunes to reach the ocean

We invite you to an exceptional 4x4 adventure through the dunes, to reach the Indian Ocean. You will discover an incomparably beautiful setting, alone by the ocean, as it is a hard-to-access area. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious traditional BRAAI, prepared by a South African specialist.

DURATION:

Departure 9am, until mid-afternoon

MEALS:

Included, "barbecue" style but don't say that word in front of the locals, here we say "Braai" (pronounced "bry")

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Beach attire, swimsuit, cap, sunscreen, water and why not a snack and drinks?

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

50€ / person

lush forest photo

The Bilene Forest

A walking excursion, 2h discovering the tropical forest of Bilene

DURATION:

2h

MEALS:

Not included

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Exploration attire, be able to walk in water. Mosquito repellent, cap, sunscreen, water

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

20€ / person

African dancers

Local Dancing

Music and dance are an integral part of Mozambican culture, come and learn during a morning session

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a traditional African church

Traditional church singing

African songs resonate from outside, come attend a traditional Mozambican ceremony where songs blend in striking harmonies

Music and singing are an integral part of Mozambican culture, traditional masses are enhanced with harmonious songs, which are the most natural thing for Mozambicans, but surprising in melody to our Western ears.

DURATION:

2h

Often on Sunday late morning

Can be organized on weekdays in the late afternoon

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Appropriate attire for a mass, pants or covering dress, shoes (light). Water, it gets quite hot

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

10€ / person

deep sea fishermen with a big fish

Deep sea fishing

The Mozambican coasts still escape overfishing, passionate South Africans take you out to sea

DURATION:

Half day, departure at dawn, can extend late into the afternoon

MEALS:

Not included

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Deep sea fishing enthusiasts

RECOMMENDATIONS:

The experience is quite intense, on the ocean outside the lagoon, bring water, sun protection

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

1 person minimum.

Price

On request, rates are high (around 200€ / person)

paddle board on a river

Paddle trip in nature

Through rivers and lagoons to reach the Bilene lagoon

A magical journey through the small rivers that flow into the Bilene lagoon

Through rivers and lagoons to reach the Bilene lagoon

MEALS:

Not included

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

Everyone

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Beach attire, swimsuit, cap, sunscreen, water

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

2 people minimum.

Price

50€ / person

lush forest photo

Others

And more

Snorkeling

Morning SUP Paddle

JetSki

Kayaking

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How to organize

Mozambique is a magnificent country that deserves to be known, and not only for its ideal climate for board sports. We will be happy to organize your entire stay from the moment you leave the airport.