Chizavane is a tiny undeveloped village 280 kilometres northeast of Mozambique’s capital city, Maputo. Though undeveloped 10km away in a sandy road there is Chizavane Beach. Chizavane beach like any other beach has white coral reefs and inland fresh water lagoons.
Excellent fishing and diving can be found at Chizavane and charter boats are required for this. The village is a total contrast from the fast and busy life of the city.
Activities in Chizavane
In north of Inhambane at the boarder of the Save River is the Zinave National Park. There are future plans that the park will join other parks in South Africa and Zimbabwe to form the Great Limpopo Trans-frontier National Park.
This is also an excellent place for the bird watcher, especially during the rainy season. The rainy season is during the last two months of the year.
For the young couples with children this is an idle place.
The sandy road makes it idle for a 4wd.
Accommodation in Chizavane
Zona Braza self catering accommodation 280 kilometres north of Maputo. Zona Braza is just 40km outside Xai Xai further on the EN1. There are signposts on the main road - a right turn then 10km down a sand road takes you to this accommodation.
In-between a bird loving freshwater lake and the Indian Ocean lies there a resort. It has an all year's summer climate and safe beaches.
Self catering accommodation is fully serviced. Each of the 8 barracas sleeps two adults under a huge mosquito net. It has a king size bed, cotton linen, bedside tables and wicker cupboard. The bathrooms have both hot and cold water and electricity.
Centrally located are five open planned self-catering kitchens with each barraca having freezer facilities. Borehole water is supplied and is drinkable.
Casa is a self catering house that is fully serviced daily. The house has a main bedroom with king size bed, a spare room with single or double beds with cotton linen and mosquito net, a bathroom and a kitchen. The kitchen has a gas stove and fridge/freezer.
The best time to visit Chizavane is during the winter months from April to September. There is lots of game fish. A huge diversity of game fish abounds in the Mozambican channel including sailfish, marlin, couta, dorado, tuna and many more. This coastline is also famous for huge Kingfish catches. For the nature lover there are bird watching opportunities. The ledges in front of the lodge form a tidal pool which provides safe swimming conditions for children.
Ocean
A wide variety of fish are attracted to the warm waters of Mozambique, making this coast an excellent fishing destination. Rock and Surf Fishing Charters can be booked at the resort. This is also an excellent fly fishing and "drop shot" venue. Ski boat, kayak and jet-ski fishing is also often enjoyed. Snorkelling offers a wonderful array of sights.
