PONTA DO OURO ACCOMMODATION, SOUTH MOZAMBIQUE

Keep in mind that Ponta do Ouro is the only village (close-by) that has petrol & Diesel. So if you are running out of feul, then you know where to go! If you are going to Ponta Mamoli, then make sure you stop off at Massinga for supplies ... as Ponta Mamoli does not have a small shop for basic supplies. There are NO ATMS in either of these towns ... so make sure you have drawn the money you need BEFORE you get to either of these destination. Rands (ZAR) currency is accepted!

(Ponta Malongane < +/- 10km > Ponta Mamoli)
(Ponta do Ouro < +/- 17km > Ponta Mamoli)
(Ponta do Ouro < +/- 7km > Ponta Malongane)

If you are a diving or fishing enthusiast ... then this is a perfect destination to spend your holiday. Go spend some time exporing the corals and depths of warm Indian Ocean and witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Boasting a wide variety of reefs (including a many shallow reefs) ... you cannot be more spoilt!
Even if you are not below the waters ... dolphins, Whale Sharks and turtles can be spotted.
In fact ... during the times between November and March, Leather-Back and Loggerhead turles often visit the beaches to nest their eggs - a very interesting site!

Bird enthusiasts would like to know that the southern parts of Mozambique are home to a wide variety of bird species, including the Fish Eagle. Why not take a scenic drive up towards Lake Piti, a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the days sunset. you can also spot some small game on the way up, such as: Inyala, Red Duiker, Reedbuck and Suni and as well as Crocodiles and Hippos!

You are either in the mood to do some serious deepseas angling or a bit of flyfishing, then don't hold back! Go and book yourself in on a well equipped fishing charter for the day and catch something delicious for the braai later that evening!

Horse riding is another activity to enjoy and all levels of riders are supported. Quad bikes can also be hired and Kite Surfing is becoming more and more popular at these destinations.

With miles of beaches and no one to be seen, Ponta Mamoli / Ponta do Ouro / Ponta Malongane offers some stunning un-spoilt beaches for you to explore ... even if you are only there, for the simple pleasures of relaxing on the beach, soaking up the sun!

BORDER, PASSPORT AND INSURANCE FEES:
- R15.00 border tax per individual
- R20 temporary import permit per car
- R140 3rd party insurance per car (a fee you can save if you bring your 'full comprehensive insurance cover papers')
- R80.00 for an Import licence if you are towing a trailer or boat (Make sure you use the red triangle!)
- Please ensure you take your vehicle registration papers with you.
(all fee's above are subject to change)

LOCAL MARKET
Take a drive down or by the entrance to Ponta do Ouro's village, where the Local market is. Here, a wide variety of vegetables can be bought, arts and crafts, beeds, necklaces, pantings, alcohol, and other things that could be of interest.
On the way to the Ponta's Caravan park and near the bottom of the stears on Cafe del Mar, you will find excellently crafted wooden sculptures, beeds and PLENTY of souvenoirs to take home to remind you of an unforgettable holiday in Ponta do Ouro.

CARAVAN PARK | CAMPING SITE.
Closer to the point of Ponta is the Camping site. A large Camping site with their own Beach Bar / Restaurant right off the beach serving a variety of alcohol and food. This is the main spot for the New year's countdown, with thousands of holiday makers on the beach, ready to party for the fireworks display and all nite music celebrations.