Zombie Cucumber is a small hostel-style property in central Vilankulo, close to the Indian Ocean shoreline and the town’s bus station and market. Zombie Cucumber combines a dormitory, four huts and an eight-room house called Casa Jules within a single site built around a swimming pool and bar.
Best for
Zombie Cucumber suits budget travellers, backpackers and small groups who want dormitory or hut accommodation within walking distance of the beach and town centre.
It suits less well travellers wanting a full-service, staffed resort, since the property is a simple hostel-style setup rather than a hotel with extensive guest services.
Location
Zombie Cucumber sits in central Vilankulo, close enough to the Indian Ocean shoreline to reach the beach on foot, and near the town’s central market, bus station and tourism information office. In a straight line it is about 700 m east of our Vilankulo town reference point.
Rooms and style at Zombie Cucumber
The property’s own site describes a single dormitory, four huts and an eight-room house known as Casa Jules, which it states was renovated and opened in 2012. Exact bed counts within the dormitory and huts are not given on the site, so travellers should confirm bedding and capacity before booking.
Facilities at Zombie Cucumber
Verified facilities include a swimming pool and a resto-bar named Jules, plus a lounge area. The site also states that information on diving, fishing and excursions to the Bazaruto Archipelago is available to guests, though it does not make clear which activities the property runs itself.
Trade-offs and what to know
Zombie Cucumber’s own website gives little detail on individual room specifications or exact guest capacity.
No contact details or GPS coordinates were found published on the official site, so travellers should confirm booking arrangements directly.
Getting there and getting around
Vilankulo is reached by road or by air via the town’s airport, and the property itself is within walking distance of the centre once there; the source gives no indication that a 4×4 or transfer is needed to reach it.
Explore the area
- Vilankulo travel guide
- Vilankulo & Bazaruto: region guide
- Where to stay in Vilankulo & Bazaruto: choosing a base
- Mozambique accommodation: how to choose a region
Before you book
Before booking Zombie Cucumber, confirm the exact room type (dormitory bed, hut or Casa Jules room), guest capacity, meal arrangements, cancellation terms and check-in process, since none of these are stated on the official site.
Current rates and availability
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