Namahamade Lodge sits at Cabaceira Pequena, on the Indian Ocean a short sail from Ilha de Moçambique in northern Mozambique. Namahamade Lodge offers oceanfront beach bungalows, a dormitory and a camping area.
Best for
Namahamade Lodge suits travellers who want a mainland beach base near mangroves and villages, reached by boat from Ilha de Moçambique
It suits less well those wanting to stay within Stone Town itself, since the lodge is a separate sail across the water
Location
The lodge is at Cabaceira Pequena, on the coast facing Ilha de Moçambique. In a straight line it is about 5.9 km north of our Stone Town reference point.
Rooms and style at Namahamade Lodge
Namahamade Lodge offers oceanfront beach bungalows, a dormitory, and a camping area. The official site does not state exact bungalow or bed counts. Prospective guests should ask directly about bungalow layout and dormitory bed numbers.
Facilities at Namahamade Lodge
Verified facilities include mangrove forest exploration, traditional village tours, dhow sailing trips, wildlife viewing of mongoose and monkeys, and stargazing. These activities are centred on the lodge’s coastal and mangrove setting at Cabaceira Pequena.
Trade-offs and what to know
The site does not state the number of bungalows or dormitory beds available
No prices, meal plans or check-in times are published on the official site, so these need confirming directly
The lodge is not within Stone Town itself, so travellers wanting to walk to the island’s historic sights would need to base themselves elsewhere
Getting there and getting around
Namahamade Lodge is reached by boat or dhow across the water from Ilha de Moçambique to Cabaceira Pequena on the mainland; the lodge’s activities are built around this coastal and mangrove setting. Travellers usually combine a stay here with time on Ilha de Moçambique itself, given the short crossing between the two.
Explore the area
- Ilha de Moçambique travel guide
- Ilha de Moçambique & Nampula: region guide
- Where to stay in Ilha de Moçambique & Nampula: choosing a base
- Mozambique accommodation: how to choose a region
Before you book
Before booking, confirm the type of accommodation (bungalow, dormitory or camping), transfer arrangements from Ilha de Moçambique, meal inclusions, and cancellation terms. Guests should also confirm whether a boat transfer from Ilha de Moçambique is included or arranged separately.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Namahamade Lodge, because pricing and availability change with dates and demand. Use the Check Availability button on this page to see the current options offered by the independent booking provider. Mozambique Travel Guide does not set prices, hold inventory or take payment.