Ossimba Beach Lodge is an eco-lodge set directly on Nacala Bay, roughly 35 minutes by road from Nacala airport. The solar-powered property is built around a small collection of thatch-roofed villas facing the Indian Ocean, with its own stretch of private beach and an on-site PADI dive centre.
Best for
Ossimba Beach Lodge suits divers and snorkellers, since it runs its own PADI courses, night dives and reef trips from the beach.
It suits travellers happy with a quiet, self-contained bay setting rather than a lively town base, given the rural approach road.
Location
The lodge sits on Nacala Bay, reached by road through rural villages on the outskirts of Nacala town. In a straight line it is about 13.1 km east of our Nacala town reference point.
Rooms and style at Ossimba Beach Lodge
The website lists three villa categories: Beach Villas, Ocean Villas with private tidal pools, and a Honeymoon Villa, all described as thatch-roofed and facing the ocean. Exact bed configurations and total villa count are not stated, so these are worth confirming before booking.
Facilities at Ossimba Beach Lodge
Verified facilities include free WiFi, a restaurant, a swimming pool, satellite TV, a bar and entertainment area, about 2 km of private beach and 24-hour security. The lodge also runs PADI scuba diving and courses, night diving, reef snorkelling, whale watching, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and birdwatching.
Trade-offs and what to know
Ossimba Beach Lodge is remote, with the final approach along rural roads rather than a paved route into Nacala.
The website does not publish check-in or check-out times or exact villa counts, so these need confirming directly with the lodge.
Getting there and getting around
Access is typically by air to Nampula or Nacala followed by a road transfer; the operator notes that the final stretch of the journey runs through rural villages on the outskirts of the lodge, and describes Nacala’s airport as newly built.
Explore the area
- Nacala 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
Confirm villa type and configuration, meal arrangements, diving and PADI course availability, and transfer arrangements from Nacala airport directly with Ossimba Beach Lodge before booking, since these are not fully detailed on the website.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Ossimba Beach Lodge, because pricing and availability change with dates and demand.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.