LocationPaindane (Praia de Paindane) is situated 28 km South of Inhambane and is nestled amongst plantations of Coconut palms and miles of sun-bleached beaches. The self-catering basic rustic chalets and campsites on the dunes are a stones throw from the beach. On selected campsites, baraccas are available for hire. The baraccas are cool traditional shelters with modern clean ablutions and electrical plug points as well as water.Paindane bay is home to a coral garden, acclaimed to be one of the best on the African coast. The variety of soft and hard coral boasts an array of colours that must be seen to be believed. The abundance of hundreds of species of tropical fish that adorn this coral reef makes Paindane unique, and a must for all snorkelers and divers. The natural bay is an ideal playground for all watersport enthusiasts.--Accommodation/RoomsPaindane Beach Resort's accommodation caters for a wide variety of tastes. From the well laid-out campsites with their stunning view of Paindane Bay to the large 8-bed villas - with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room and lounge. Baraccas (cool traditional shelters) are also available for hire on selected campsites. Amenities for campers include modern clean ablutions, electrical plug points and water. Casitas - luxury baraccas, each with its own ablutions and kitchenette.Our accommodation facilities offer you the following:CampingCampers using the well laid out campsites with their stunning view of Paindane Bay will have access to clean modern ablutions, electrical plug points and clean water.- All campsites at Paindane can accommodate 12 people.- Our campsites are sand, as we are on the side of a dune.  We cannot plant grass as we do not have the freshwater supply for this.- The campsites are sloped and not terraced, as this will prevent clients with trailers and campers to get on to the campsites.- Baraccas are traditional shelters, available on selected campsites. These shelters consist of a thatched structure with a concrete floor and plug points.- The casitas are large baraccas, each with its own ablution facilities, and an adjoining kitchenette. Casitas have a ? cement floor and ? sand, as some clients like to erect their tents under the roof.Chalets- The basic rustic Mozambique style chalets consist of one or two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and a dining room.- The large basic rustic Mozambique style chalets have four separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and a dining room.- The Chalets are fully equipped, but please ensure to bring your own towels and mosquito nets as well as your own black rubbish bags.- Electrical/gas geysers.- Gasstoves only have 3 burners. No ovens.--ActivitiesFishingPaindane is a paradise for all deep sea anglers with unrivalled catches of gamefish and billfish with the ideal fishing area only 300 meters from the launch. Pinnacles with shoals of monster kings, Cuta, Tuna and all the other Pelagic species are waiting for you.Rock & SurfThis facet brings you the best of both worlds. Land a 20Kg Cuta or King from the Lighthouse Reef at spring low tide, cast into 20 meters of deep blue water where anything can happen... or take a drive on the beach and choose a spot for yourself that will produce big Kings, Queens, Pompano and Bonefish on light tackle.SnorkelingThe Paindane Reef offers the best snorkelling sites in Mozambique... With many world-renowned reefs within easy striking distance, Paindane rates as one of the best dive spots on the African East Coast. Manta Reef is unique and has been rated as the best worldwide, with excellent visibility and virtually hundreds of mantas that have made this reef their home.Paindane Fishing & Game Fishing ChartersPaindane resort is situated directly opposite the famous Paindane Reef. The reef creates a very safe and easy launching opportunity and fishing direct behind the reef is excellent.Paindane Whale Beach Walk The greatest show on earth is between Paindane and Dongane along the coast (July to mid-September). The whale migration you cannot afford to miss. Whales come up to the back line of the waves. A night walk might give you the opportunity to see turtles laying eggs on the beach. See the coastal nightlife first hand.For those who are not into water activities, long walks along the pristine sun bleached beaches, shell hunting, swimming in the warm tropical waters, tanning in the basking sun, or sipping an ice-cold beer in the beach bar can all be enjoyed. --More Info*Please note that rates are subject to fluctuations according to current exchange rates.