Discover
Fresh seafood, caught that morning in Maputo Bay, is available from informal traders opposite the BCI Bank in Ponta do Oura with game fish and a wonderful selection of various good quality red meats and chicken available behind the traders, in the centre arcade at Luka's Butchery.
Adventure
For the more adventurous, we are centrally situated to explore the unspoilt rock pools of Fredrico’s Bay 2km North of our location. Snorkelling is a must with a variety of marine life and amazing corals between one and two meters deep.
There are 24 reefs off Malongane and boat-based snorkelling and scuba diving offer a spectacular variety of marine life from Manta and Whale Sharks to rare corals and nudibranchs.
Marine Life
The ocean also offers a magnificent annual migration of the Humpback Whales going North from June and returning by the end of October with their calves on the long trip back to their feeding grounds off the Antarctic Coast.
In addition, the resident dolphins, which are here all year round, add to the visual entertainment with their antics in the waves behind the backline.
There are numerous well-run charters who offer informative boat-based excursions and the opportunity to swim and interact with these magnificent and intelligent creatures.
Elephant Reserve
The Maputo Elephant Reserve is 26km north, now restricted by two electric strands, the elephants were regular visitors to Malongane village.
This 50 000 hectare reserve has approximately 200 elephants. Once the Futi Corridor is fenced, linking Tembe Elephant Park in South Africa to The Maputo Reserve, the elephants will be able to follow their traditional migration route along The Rio Futi which was cut off during the civil war in the 1980s.
A day trip with a guide is well worth the visit through the reserve with its myriad of freshwater lakes, floodplains, woodlands and forested dunes sweeping down to unspoilt beaches.
Turtles
Once a year, between November to January the leatherback and Loggerhead turtles make their appearance on our beaches to lay their eggs above the high tide watermark at night.
59 days later these eggs hatch. Up till early March, you may find hundreds of tiny turtles (each the size of a matchbox) making their way down to the beach all the while dodging crabs only to be confronted by Giant Ignobilis kingfish that have arrived at the end of December to March to feast on these little swimmers.
Experience
There are fishing boat charters that offer the opportunity to target pelagic game fish species such as Wahoo, Dorado, Tuna and Couta or for the more adventurous, the billfish including sailfish, black and blue marlin.
There are numerous other adventure activities which are available for an hourly or daily fee.
These include surfing, kite surfing, quad biking, Paragliding, spearfishing and microlight flights.
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Paragliding
Sky Island Resort is a brand new, world-class paragliding resort built on top of a 70m high coastal ridge in Southern Mozambique. With two launch sites facing our two predominant winds, one facing North-East and the other facing East, the site is suitable for pilots of all skill levels and is the ideal site for beginners. Our prime flying season is from January to May; with March being optimum where you can expect flying 8 out of 10 days.
Our restaurant overlooks the East take-off site and has breath taking views of the ocean!
Ocean Activities
Sky Island Resort is located right above the Ponta Malongane bay. There is a scenic foot path that leads down to the main beach where you can enjoy snorkelling in our natural rock pools during low tide. And if you want to indulge a little deeper... you can book a scuba dive and explore some of the world's most magnificent scuba diving reefs. You can also experience a memorable interaction swim with wild dolphins by going on an Ocean Safari.
Local Malongane
We are situated in Ponta Malongane which is a lovely small village where you can shop for local arts & crafts, indulge in local cuisine and experience African culture first-hand.
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Reconnect with Nature
Embrace a lifestyle in harmony with your natural environment. Situated at the southern tip of Mozambique amongst coastal bush forest, fronted by unspoilt beach, Belo Recife is a tranquil haven for adventurers and pleasure seekers.
Activities in the Area Include:
- Stunning Beaches
- Bird Watching
- Whale & Dolphin Watching
- SCUBA Diving
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Sea Paddling / Kayaking
- Snorkelling
- Tours to local baracas
- Forest Hikes
- Transfer to and from border
- Transfer to and from Ponta do Ouro
- Trips to Maputo Special Reserve
- and So Much More
Please note: Activities are not offered directly through Belo Recife, however we can make bookings by request to the relevant activity providers on the request of guests.
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Out & About
This coastal region is a crisscross of sandy tracks through a vast undeveloped and unpopulated wilderness.
The main attraction is the pristine white sand beaches and the clear, warm waters of the Mozambique channel.
In season you can watch the humpback whale's migration and the tracks of loggerhead and leatherback (lesser extent) sea turtles laying their eggs on the beach.
You can also watch dolphins swimming throughout the year.
A 10min drive to Ponta do Ouro or Malongane will offer numerous activities and entertainment, from scuba diving at nearby reefs, wild dolphin safaris, snorkelling and surfing lessons, deep sea fishing charters, beach massages, wellness adventures and travels, traditional music and dancing shows, communal curious and craft stalls, grocery shops, petrol station, BCI bank branch with ATM, and dozens of pubs and restaurants offering the best of the Mozambican and South African cuisine with a wonderful ambience.
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