Vilankulos

Dhow Safari offers fully catered daily boat trip to discover and explore the Bazaruto Archipelago. The excursion starts on morning around 8.30-9.00 coming back late afternoon around 16.00-16.30. This epic tour sails from Vilankulos to Bazaruto Islands by traditional Dhow or by fully equipped motorboat. You will enjoy the pristine and amazing Islands, gold sandy beaches and dune, calm and crystal water for an incredible snorkeling session with impressive coral and variety of fish. Flamengo, dolphin, dugong, turtle and an incredible colorful birds are our best partner during excursion. June-September is the best period for Amazing whale watching trip near San Sebastian peninsula and/or Bazaruto. A skipper will take care of you meeting whales surrounded by blue ocean water. Sunset will make any efforts to satisfy customer needs in order to make your trip a most remarkable one to remember for a long time

This horse riding experience is a favourite for sun worshippers and adventure lovers alike. Offering endless canters along the palm-lined beaches and wallows in crystal clear waters with the tropical marine life, you will not be disappointed. Swap horses for boat one day explore nearby islands on a traditional Dhow. Stray from the beaten track with your horse and guide, enjoying the glistening inland lakes, the iconic Red Dunes and breath-taking views of the Bazaruto Archipelago, all to yourself. The seafood on offer is out-of-this-world and makes the perfect end to a day spent on horseback. Add another element to your trip to this tropical paradise and sail across the azure water from the mainland to Benguerra Island. This National Park is the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago and perfectly combines a relaxed beach holiday with exhilarating horse riding. The surrounding waters are teeming with dolphins, turtles, whales, manta rays, as well as the endangered dugong. Huge flocks of pink flamingo populate inland freshwater lakes, adding yet another thrilling twist to this adventure.

With a beautiful coastline, bars, restaurants, local markets and a airport on the edge of town with daily flights. Vilanculos is the gateway to the idyllic islands of Bazaruto Archipelago - in this Marine National Park expect flat, waist deep water and consistent winds making this spot a kitesurfers paradise. Whether you're a total beginner or wanting to push your kiteboarding skills to the next level, a range of courses to meet your needs is available.

The Guvuro River canoeing trip is unquestionably on of the best activities in Vilankulo, with an ideal combination of unspoilt riverine and incredible birdlife. Your tour will take you up & down the Guvuro River Wetlands in lightweight Canadian canoes where you will experience the excitement and clamour of large flocks of ducks preparing to settle at sunset. With evening falling the sounds of the wetlands begin to awake and you feel in tune with nature as you enjoy refreshments. As darkness arrives the fireflies begin to light up the sky and you make your way back using the moon and stars to navigate.

There are several tour operators which provides boat trips to the Bazaruto Islands.