OPTION 1: CASA REX (Vilanculos) Travelling between: 1 Jun 30 Oct 2016 Ground arrangements LAM Flights: Airport Taxes: TOTAL per person: SHARING: R11 010.00 R2 100.00 R3 290.00 R16 400.00 * Exchange rate used : R15.60 to US$1.00 * Flight Taxes quoted are current and subject to change till your ticket is issued INCLUDED: Return economy airfare with LAM Airways from Johannesburg to Vilanculos Airport o INCLUDING airport taxes Complementary transfers from the Airport to the lodge 7 Nights accommodation at Casa Rex (see description below) o Premium room Including: Breakfast Complementary transfers from the lodge to the airport Free postage of documents Travel information pack EXCLUDED: Entry visa to Mozambique (SA passport DO NOT require a visa for Mozambique) Malaria Mozambique is a malaria area Travel Insurance (Highly recommended) Meals & Beverages not specified Sightseeing All items of personal nature Gratuity OPTION 2: BAHIA MAR BOUTIQUE HOTEL (Vilanculos) Travelling between: 1 Jun 30 Oct 2016 Ground arrangements LAM Flights: Airport Taxes: TOTAL per person: SHARING: R12 022.00 R2 100.00 R3 290.00 R17 412.00 * Exchange rate used : R15.60 to US$1.00 * Flight Taxes quoted are current and subject to change till your ticket is issued
INCLUDED: Return economy airfare with LAM Airways from Johannesburg to Vilanculos Airport o INCLUDING airport taxes Complementary transfers from the Airport to the lodge 5 Nights accommodation at Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel (see description below) o Sea View bedrooms Including: Breakfast & dinner Complementary transfers from the lodge to the airport Free postage of documents Travel information pack EXCLUDED: Entry visa to Mozambique (SA passport DO NOT require a visa for Mozambique) Malaria Mozambique is a malaria area Travel Insurance (Highly recommended) Meals & Beverages not specified Sightseeing All items of personal nature Gratuity FLIGHT DETAILS: Daily flights from Johannesburg International airport: JHB (10h55) Vilanculos (12h50) / Vilanculos (14h30) JHB (16h10) TRAVEL INSURANCE: (Optional but highly recommended) We highly recommend that you take out adequate Travel Insurance for the duration of your holiday for peace of mind and to avoid the high costs related to medical emergencies! R350.00pp OR R660.00 per couple (Comprehensive cover) - if younger than 70 years. R240.00pp OR R450.00 for a couple (Premium cover) - if younger than 70 years. * We will send more detailed info together with the booking form. PLEASE NOTE: Exchange rate used (bank selling rate): R15.60 to US$1.00 As your package is partly in US Dollars all prices are subject to exchange rate fluctuations and are subject to change without prior notice. The exchange rate on the date of final payment will be used as the basis of the cost of your tour package. Price quoted is based on a cash (EFT) discounted price. For any other means of payment contact us for an updated price. Price quoted is based on 2 pax traveling together on the same dates and itinerary Price quoted is per person sharing LAM flight prices o Price quoted is based on N- Class seats (special contract rate to explore Plus), if these seats are not available the airfare will increase to a higher fare level Flight Taxes quoted are current and subject to change This is a quotation only and valid for 24 hours. No reservations have been made; therefore all arrangements are subject to availability, fluctuations in the airfares, airport taxes and currency fluctuations at time of reservation/confirmation, which are outside the control of explore Plus.
DESCRIPTION OF ACCOMMODATION: Casa Rex Boutique Hotel (Vilanculos) Rating: 3* Reminiscent of a gracious era with its buildings encompassed in lush gardens. Casa Rex overlooks the southern- central section of Vilanculos Bay. Accommodation is charmingly decorated in an individual style with an emphasis in the lounge and dining areas on custom crafted wood furniture and fittings. Total rooms: 15 rooms 4 Premium rooms 1 Honeymoon Suite 8 Acacia rooms 4 Courtyard Suites (including family suite) Hotel Facilities Room Facilities Restaurant & Bar 2 Swimming pools Internet access throughout hotel Spa treatments Activities Bathrooms en- suite Private balconies or a verandah Airy mosquito nets Air- conditioning Tea & coffee making facilities Wi- Fi Diving Deep sea fishing Snorkeling Traditional dhow trips to the islands Sailing Seasonal whale & dolphin watching Horse- riding on the beach Kite- surfing Sunset cruise Stand- up paddling Vilanculos cultural guided tour Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel (Vilanculos) Rating: 4* EXPLORE PLUS TRAVEL & TOURS Marketing: +27 (0) 12 808 3309 / Fax: +27 (0) 86 678 7749 Reservations: SA: 0861 100 078 Int: +27 (0) 12 808 3309 / Fax: +27 (0) 86 678 6584 info@exploreplus.co.za / www.exploreplus.co.za
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel, found where the azure waters of the Indian Ocean touch the palm fringed beaches of Vilanculos, is the ultimate destination for visitors exploring the fabulous Bazaruto Archipelago in Mozambique. Where your choice of either a lodge room or self- catering unit awaits you. With the emphasis on style and comfort, the accommodation is both luxurious and personalised. Total rooms: 12 rooms 8 Sea View bedrooms 3 Beach Luxury Suites 1 Presidential suite Hotel Facilities Room Facilities Activities Restaurant & Bar En- suite bathrooms with Diving Jacuzzi Shower Dhow trips to the islands Massage room Balcony Sunset Dhow trips Gym Minibar Wake Boarding & Tubing Business Centre Air conditioner Kite surfing Conference Centre Internet Access Stand Up Paddling Satellite TV Hairdryers Horse Riding Wi- Fi In- room safe ADSL Internet Television Credit Card Free Wi- Fi BEST TIME TO VISIT MOZAMBIQUE: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec The best time to travel A good time to travel Travel is not recommended Travel is possible, but this is not the best time of year The climate varies in the different regions of the country, but generally the inland areas are slightly cooler, although more humid than along the coast in the rainy season. Winter is the dry season lasting from April to September, and is the best time to visit the country. The rainy season coincides with the heat and humidity from October to March, with average coastal temperatures of 31ºC. February is the cyclone season. FLIGHT DEPARTS FROM JOHANNESBRUG TO VILANCULOS (VNX): LAM AIRLINE MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SON FROM SA TO SA Direct flights as well as flights via Inhambane and Maputo is available SA Airlink 10h30 14h25 13h30 15h45 PASPORT AND VISA S: Most passport holders require a visa for Mozambique (SA passport holders DO not require a visa for Mozambique). This is obtainable from any of the Mozambique High Commission in South Africa. Very important, you must apply for your visa before you travel at the Mozambique High Commission. Mozambique visas are no longer available on arrival, and must be obtained in advance.
Consulates in South Africa: Pretoria Johannesburg Cape Town Durban Nelspruit explore Plus can obtain the visa on behalf of you in Pretoria, please speak to us for more information. MALARIA: Mozambique is malaria risk area - speak to your doctor/travel clinic for advice. The explore Plus team thanks you for your enquiry. Warmest regards, Annemarie Olivier Tour- coordinator explore our playground then make it yours