White Pearl Resorts

By Air from Johannesburg to Maputo:

Airlink offers daily flights from Joburg and some flights from Cape Town
LAM (Air Mozambique) daily flights from Joburg

Transfers

Guests have the option of taking a road transfer from Maputo to the resort (approx. 2 hrs) or a charter Helicopter flight to the resort.

Sky Transfers transfer from Maputo

Helicopter transfers need to be pre-booked. Fly from Maputo International over remote dune bush and beautiful coastal scenery as well as the Maputo Elephant Reserve and land at the resort.

Road transfer from Maputo

With the new Maputo / Catembe bridge, and the tar road, this transfer now takes only 1 and a half to 2 hours.

Transfer from The Kosi Bay border

Duration – approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, dependent on weather and road conditions.

Suites available

22 ocean-facing Pool Suites, each with private plunge pool

Pool suite amenities

Private plunge pool
Outdoor shower
Bath
Double vanity
Separate WC
Television with DSTV
Personal bar
In-room tea and coffee tray
In-door and out-door comfortable seating
Out-door dining seating
Hair dryers
iPod docking station
Air-conditioning
Wi-Fi

The Resort now also boasts a 5 Bedroom Private Luxury Villa! With private chef & spa therapist. Ideal for groups and family groups.

The Restaurant

Informal, for breakfast & lunch, dinner is semi-formal (no bathing suits or shorts)
Serves breakfast and dinner for in-house guests
Laid back lunch time dining
Elegant dinners
Beach elegance
Serving the best Mozambican seafood

The Beach bar

On the beach
Open from 11am
Small helpings of food that can be had as a snack with drinks or to share with friends

The Resort has a Beach Shop selling simple, yet sophisticated beach accessories and Mozambican memorabilia. Guests will be able to purchase accessories, artefacts, Makonde carvings, baskets, ceramic candle holders, artwork, bags, books, beach bags and clothing amongst many other things.

Scuba Diving

White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli offers an exclusive scuba diving experience on protected, world-renowned reefs. Our experienced dive instructors will show you brightly coloured underwater corals and an array of brilliantly marked fish launching directly from the beach at the resort. With its clear waters and accessible reefs, this is the ideal dive destination for both beginners and specialised divers. PADI Resort courses are also available and diving equipment can be hired from the Dive Centre.

Scuba Diving

PADI discover scuba diving course (1 day)

Please note that this is not a full qualification, but is a wonderful introduction to the underwater world. Theory, pool session, 1 dive and all equipment hire.

PADI open water course (3 – 5 days)

Qualification as an open water diver (dive independently with a buddy to a maximum of 18 meters). Theory, pool sessions, 4 qualifying dives, equipment hire, use of all course books and certification.

PADI advanced open water course (3 – 5 days)

Qualification as an advanced diver (dive independently with a buddy to a maximum of 30 meters). Pre-qualification as an open-water diver is required. Knowledge development, 5 qualifying dives, equipment hire, use of all course books and certification.

PADI rescue diver course (3 – 5 days)

Qualification as a rescue diver. Pre-qualification as an advanced open-water diver is required. Knowledge development, 5 qualifying dives, equipment hire, use of all course books and certification.

‘Tidal ’/Diving season

For up to date tide tables, please visit WWW.KINGFISHER.CO.ZA

We offer a wide range of non-diving activities:

Horse Riding

Explore the natural bush surrounding White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli on horseback. Gallop along a bush trail, weaving through indigenous flora and fauna and enjoy spectacular views of the ocean from high-up vantage points. All rides are professionally managed to ensure an enjoyable experience for all ages and levels of experience.

Kayaking

The Mozambican coastline, with its expanse of white beaches and rocky coves is a prime sea kayaking spot. Spend hours paddling around and exploring the bay. One man sea kayaks are available from our Dive Centre. As this is a strenuous activity, guests must be over 16 years of age.

Snorkelling and Swimming with dolphins

So rich in sea life are the waters of White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli that it feels as if you have been transported into a giant natural aquarium. Discover spectacular underwater displays of colourful corals and lively fish as you float in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy a snorkelling trip to a nearby reef; while you explore, our crew will be on the lookout for pods of silvery, glistening Bottlenose Dolphins which regularly glide through these waters. We have a special licence to take a maximum of eight guests on this amazing outing where you’ll have the chance to encounter these majestic and friendly marine creatures up close. Interaction with the dolphins is strictly monitored and controlled in line with conservation guidelines.

See the turtles (seasonal, November to February)

White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli is home to one of the richest turtle nesting sites in southern Mozambique. Between November and February each year, Loggerhead and Leatherback Turtles head to this stretch of coast to lay their eggs. In partnership with the Southern Mozambique Marine Turtle Nesting Monitoring, Tagging and Conservation Programme, the resort works to monitor and protect these majestic and docile creatures. Viewing of the nesting site can be arranged with the resort manager.

Walking on idyllic beaches

Whether it’s a gentle stroll or a more energetic walk, discover kilometres of pristine beaches at White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli. Private picnic lunches can also be arranged on the beach.

Fishing charters

There’s nothing like the thrill of deep sea fishing off the Mozambican coast. For the experience of a lifetime, book a full or half-day charter in a boat stocked with refreshments as we set out to some of the world’s richest deep sea fishing grounds. The boat is equipped with both light and heavy tackle for game fishing as well as a GPS and Fish Finder.

Depending on the season, guests frequently encounter Sailfish, King Mackerel, Dorado, King Fish and a variety of Tuna. We practice a catch-and-release policy on all our fishing adventures. Let our knowledgeable skippers guide you in your pursuit of your catch and allow our experienced deckhands to assist you with tasks such as baiting. You’ll also have the opportunity of spotting other marine animals, such as sharks, whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.

Massage treatments

Surrounded by soothing sounds and calming scents, experience a variety of in-room massage treatments. Feel all tension evaporate with a massage designed to ease your muscles and relax body and mind.

The following in-room treatments are on offer to guests.

• Indian Head Massage
• Back, neck and shoulder massage
• Full body massage
• Foot massage

Mozambique enjoys a tropical climate, with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The average temperature is around 28 degrees Celsius and the weather along the coast is sunny and warm even in midwinter.

The country has two seasons: a wet season (from October to March) and a dry season (from April to September) – with very little variation in temperatures between the two.

Due to its more southern location, White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli is situated in a low risk malaria area. Nevertheless, please consult with your medical practitioner for any advice on any other precautions. Please make generous use of an insect repellent (which can be found in your room) after 17h00 in the evening. Mosquitoes can be prevalent and it is best to try and minimise the discomfort of their bites!

• Children of all ages welcome
• Up to 2 children can be accommodated with parents in the same room – separate beds will be provided
• For stays of 4 x nights or longer, children under the age of 12 stay free!

“White Pearl is just 200%. Many details to make you feel special.

Everything is possible (get breakfast or lunch on our own on the beach or in our Villa for example). Staff is just wonderful.
Food is awesome. Chef should come at the end of the dinner to speak few words.
The possibility to arrive by this small plane make that part of the trip very special.
What is important to know is the small plane always wait is you are a bit late for the airport transfer. That why it’s not a problem to leave luggage in Maputo.

We had a great great great time everywhere. And we will definitely come back in all those places for our 10 years anniversary or maybe before…

As I said we will also advice our friends to contact you to organize trips to Africa.

Mr and Mrs Schneider 

“Our stay at White Pearl was beyond superb. We enjoyed every minute. We bought your postcards and have been showing everyone what a beautiful resort it is.

Thank you all once again for our superb visit and hope that we can see you again in the not too distant future, together with more of our family.
Kindest regards
Gil and Carreen Stone