Ponta Beach Camp ? Main Camp

Ponta Beach Camps is an affordable, family beach resort directly on the main Beach in the quaint seaside village of Ponta do Ouro, Southern Mozambique. Ponta do Ouro, situated just 4 kms (as the Seagull flies), and about 12 kms by road from the Kosi Bay border with South Africa. For those that don't have 4 x 4 vehicles, cars can be left at the secure parking area at the Border, and transfers to the resort arrangedThe Main Camp is a fairly large camp, set back a little from the beach, under the coastal dune trees. There are essential two types of accommodation available in this camp: Barracas,which are traditional, reed constructed ?Mozambique style? rooms, and Safari Tents, which are the smaller, classic safari tents.The Barracas are affordable units constructed out of traditional reed materials and are fairly spacious, and well ventilated. Most units are two sleepers, but there are family units that can accommodate between 3 and 6 persons. Rooms are available that have either double, or twin single bed configurations. Superior Barracas have superior, hotel-quality mattresses, and are generally situated in a more favorable, shaded position than the Standard Barracas. As they are adjoined to each other, they are not very private regarding sounds.Our Safari tents are custom made tents, specifically designed with the Mozambican heat in mind. They have large mosquito proof zipped windows. Superior Safari tents are situated in more favorable position than the Standard ones. All tents have 2 single beds. These are steel spring camp beds, and have superior hotel quality mattresses. Each unit is equipped with one central ceiling light. There are no fans or plug points.There are two large communal ablution blocks servicing the Main Camp, with separate men's & ladies facilities. Towels are not supplied.For those that don't want the hassle of cooking, ?Barraca de Ponta?, our popular Mozambique Restaurant, is situated in the Main Camp. It offers very affordable Breakfast, and Full Board meal options. The communal self-catering kitchen is equipped with a double gas hotplate, a large braai area, and pots, pans and utensils. There is also a chest deep freeze provided solely for storing frozen meat products. For those that would prefer their own private fridges, there are a limited number of fridges for hire. Personal crockery and cutlery are not provided. Bring your own glasses, coffee mugs, knives, forks, braai tongs, bottle opener, can opener, corkscrew, etc.The coast off Ponta do Ouro has been declared a Marine Protected Area, and is efficiently managed by the authorities to ensure that the coral reefs and tropical aquatic life is preserved in its original pristine state. In addition to the numerous resident pods of dolphins found off our coast, one also has a very good chance of seeing turtles, whale sharks, and whales. The coast of Mozambique is famous for the annual whale migration which takes place during the winter months (May ? October). During this period, clients are assured of seeing these magnificent creatures close inshore as they blow, tail slap, and spectacularly leap out of the water.A Padi five-star dive centre operates from Ponta Beach Camps offering both dive charters and Scuba training. There is also a comprehensive range of Scuba Equipment for rental at competitive prices. They have been operating in Southern Mozambique for over 22 years, and are the official MARES Diving Centre for Southern Mozambique. Great emphasis is placed on safety, education, conservation awareness, and responsible, non invasive interaction with the marine environment. Mozambique is one of the few places in the world that offers wild dolphin encounters. Boat trips are undertaken daily to see these amazing animals, and whatever other of the varied marine life one usually encounters whilst at sea. As with our dive charters, on all these trips emphasis is placed on safety, conservation, education, and responsible, non invasive interaction with all marine life encountered.