Perfectly Located for Peace & Tranquillity
Dreamcatcher Lodge is perfectly situated in the picturesque village of Inhassoro, right on the edge of the crystal-clear Indian Ocean. Inhassoro is a small fishing village overlooking the Bazaruto Archipelago and nearby Santa Carolina (Paradise) Island and is home to a rich history and many species of dolphin, turtle, the rare and endangered dugong or sea cow, whale sharks, manta rays and humpback whales.
Dreamcatcher Lodge is a quick 2 hour flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Vilanculos Airport and a further 80 kilometres north of Vilanculos (approximately 1 hour).
Airport collections can be arranged.
Banks, a fuel station and telephone facilities are available in Inhassoro as well as basic supplies sold at shops and the local African market.
A Guide to Inhassoro
With the exception of the following countries in the region;
Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, South Africa, Swaziland Malawi & Tanzania, all countries require a visa to enter Mozambique. It is essential to get your visa well before your intended stay at your local embassy.
Inhassoro has a tropical climate.
April to September
Dry season, with coastal temperatures reaching 28°C
October to March
Hot & rainy, with highs reaching 32°C on the coast. January, February, March & December usually see the most rainfall.
Warmest month: January
Coolest & driest month: August
Local Mozambican currency is the Metical/Meticais. US Dollars and South African Rands are accepted in all hotels & most restaurants.
Banking and drawing money should be done in Inhassoro. There are two banks in Inhassoro: BCI and Millenium BIM Bank. Both offer ATM withdrawals and both VISA and Mastercard are accepted.
It is always recommended that malaria prophylactics are taken as a precaution, and insect repellent & sun block carried at all times. There is a small pharmacy in the town, but it is highly recommended that you carry all prescription & more specific medication with you.
At the moment there are no vaccinations required for entry into Mozambique.
Within Mozambique:
There are regular flights from Maputo, Inhambane & Pemba on LAM, the national carrier.
From Johannesburg:
LAM airlines fly daily from Johannesburg International airport (OR Tambo) to Vilanculos International Airport. Direct flying time is 2 hours. SA Airlink is now flying from Johannesburg to Vilanculos daily.
SA Airlink schedule:
Johannesburg – Vilanculos DAILY FLIGHTS
Departing Johannesburg 11.30, Arriving Vilanculos 13.10
Vilanculos – Johannesburg DAILY FLIGHTS
Departing Vilanculos 13.45, Arriving Johannesburg 15.30
From The Kruger National Park:
These flights facilitate the popular “beach & bush” combination.
Starting initially with 2 flights per week (Thursday and Sunday) the Kruger- Vilanculos flights serve to further enhance Airlink’s current flights operating between Johannesburg and Vilanculos, with daily direct departures between Vilanculos and Johannesburg.
The Kruger National Park to Vilanculos flights will depart from Nelspruit at 11h35 and will arrive in Vilanculos at 12h50, and will depart from Vilanculos at 13h45 and arrive in Johannesburg at 15h30. Flights will operate on one of Airlink’s 12 Embraer ERJ135 regional jets.
Tour Operators and African Safari specialists have welcomed the introduction of this route, which enables them to promote bush and beach combination packages giving travelers the freedom to enjoy an early morning game drive and then later that same day to enjoy a sundowner on the beach.
Car rentals can be pre-arranged from South Africa, or options are available from Vilanculos Airport where rental company representatives are present.
Driving directions available on request.
The town has reliable phone, mobile networks & fast internet access. You will find that most of the bigger hotels & lodges have WiFi (either free or charged separately).
Most of the basic supplies can be bought at the Super Ana Superette. The local market also sell fresh produce and milk. Bread can be bought at the local bakery in Inhassoro.
