Safari on the Beach!Anvil Bay is a private and exclusive barefoot beach camp on a rare untouched stretch of coastal wilderness in Mozambique’s most southern national park. Created with the smallest possible footprint to preserve the wilderness and special sense of place the camp is set up on the beach under canvas and thatch. Just 10 Casinhas are nestled in the dune forest on stilted wooden decks each with its own stretch of beachfront. The lure of Africa is to experience the wilderness as it’s been for thousands of years. Anvil Bay is a beach in Africa where it is as it’s been for thousands of years. On a rare unspoiled stretch of beach guests get to experience life close to nature but with all the comforts of home. The perfect beach holiday to just relax and recover from a strenuous overland safari. Or go on new adventures at sea on the beach or exploring the lakes forests and savannas of the park. Escape to a world of simple pleasures and lifetime memories. Sunrises over the ocean and sunsets across the Parks pristine lakes and vast savannas. Evenings under the stars around a campfire. Miles of untouched beaches and an ocean teeming with marine life to explore. Anvil Bay is a dream destination for nature lovers in search of the perfect get away from it all wilderness beach experience.
Rooms
To give guests the best experience of life on a beach and preserve the raw natural beauty of this pristine piece of paradise this hotel have built as little as possible at Anvil Bay. Canvas tents provide shade on the beach and a thatched retreat in the forest shelter from occasional storms. The beach bar lounge and restaurant are centrally positioned on the bay with the accommodations either side so guests can book to be close to the action or enjoy even more isolation on the north and south ends.The accommodations, called Casinhas (a little home in Mozambique) are nestled in the canopy of the coastal forest just a few steps away from the secluded white sand beach. They blend a small footprint, natural materials and local craftsmanship with simple functional furnishings and fine linen.Designed to be your home from home you will find a well stocked minibar and beverage station, luxury indoor and outdoor showers and a private dining deck en-suite.The thatch and canvas design takes advantage of the cooling ocean breezes and the canvas sides can be rolled up to truly get in touch with the natural surrounds. Outdoor lighting has been kept to a minimum in order to better see the majestic African night sky and so as not to disturb the turtles in nesting season.ClimateSouthern Mozambique has a tropical savannah climate. Winter months (June to August) are dry and mild, with average temperatures between 58°F (14°C) and 77°F (25°C). The summer months (December to March) are noticeably hotter and wetter with occasional thunderstorms in the afternoons. January is the hottest month with highs averaging around 86°F (30°C).
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Location
Anvil Bay is located at 26°21’18.65”S, 32°55, 52.92”E within the Maputo Special Reserve in Southern Mozambique.Helicopter TransferThis is generally the preferred option for guests as it brings you direct to Anvil Bay in just 30 minutes from Maputo International Airport. If traveling to us by Helicopter you will be met at the airport after clearing customs and immigration and introduced to your pilot. Sit back and enjoy the magnificent scenery as you fly around the Bay of Maputo before passing over mangrove and savanna on your way to the coast.Road TransferWhy not treat yourself to a scenic game drive as part of your journey to Anvil Bay? Transfer by road is available both from Maputo and from the Kosi Bay border post between South Africa and Mozambique. Driving time from Kosi Bay is around 2.5 hours and from Maputo around 3-4 hours.Self DriveFor those with an adventurous spirit you can drive to Anvil Bay, Ponta Chemucane. A 4×4 vehicle is required and you will need to enter the Maputo Special Reserve before 17h00 in Summer or 16h00 in Winter.
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mariabZ9067VI
Special place
We stayed four nights at Anvil Bay Chemucane. This great place is located by the sea in Maputo National Park and has a few casitas (lovely big “tented” cabins). In our casita we had full privacy, we...
412hermanr
Beautiful camp at the beach.
Fantastic place at the beach in Maputo National Reserve. Very friendly staff, excellent service. Long drive to get there, but it is worth it. Wonderful Casinas, with full comfort. No need for shoes...
