Pomene Hideaway is a private, self-catering lodge set inside the Pomene Nature Reserve on the Inhambane coast. Pomene Hideaway has five en-suite bedrooms and runs off-grid on solar power, battery storage and gas refrigeration.
Best for
Pomene Hideaway suits groups or families wanting a private, self-catering base close to the Pomene estuary and reserve for fishing, kayaking and snorkelling.
It suits travellers who need reliable Wi-Fi or on-site catering staff less well, since the property is off-grid and self-catering.
Location
The lodge is within the Pomene Nature Reserve, Inhambane Province. In a straight line it is about 4.5 km east of our Pomene Reserve reference point.
Rooms and style at Pomene Hideaway
The property states it has five bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, run as a single self-catering unit with two gas fridges available for food storage; four of the rooms have paraffin geysers for hot water.
Facilities at Pomene Hideaway
Verified facilities include solar panels with battery and inverter power, gas refrigeration, and fresh water pumped daily from an on-site well; cleaning can be arranged on request at additional cost, and activities on offer include kayaking with dolphins, snorkelling with turtles, fishing, beach exploration and stargazing.
Trade-offs and what to know
There is no Wi-Fi connection, and the property is fully off-grid, so guests should not expect internet access.
Only 4×4 vehicles can reach the lodge, over steep dunes and soft sand, with tyres deflated at the reserve boom gate.
The nearest shops are around two hours away, so guests need to bring their own food and provisions in advance.
Getting there and getting around
Pomene Hideaway is reached by road within the Pomene Nature Reserve; the property states that only a 4×4 vehicle can make the approach, crossing steep dunes and soft sand, with tyres deflated at the reserve’s boom gate.
Explore the area
- Pomene travel guide
- Inhambane Coast: region guide
- Where to stay in Inhambane Coast: choosing a base
- Mozambique accommodation: how to choose a region
Before you book
Confirm which of the five bedrooms are included, provisioning arrangements given the self-catering, off-grid set-up and the two-hour distance to shops, whether cleaning is required, and transport or transfer options before booking.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Pomene Hideaway, because pricing and availability change with dates and demand.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.