The hotel Ibo Island lodge has been arranged in and around three magnificent mansions , each over a century old, with walls a metre thick and retaining the high lofty ceilings. Located right on the prime waterfront site, where romantic dhows sail out to sea on each high tide, the lodge offers a classic island experience, and, with just fourteen luxury rooms, assures guests of exceptional service and flexibility.  The large, en-suite, air conditioned luxurious rooms are individually designed, and contain antiques and handcrafted furniture, with magnificent wooden doors and shutters that evoke the building’s original design. The wide verandahs are adorned with mahogany and teak day beds, carved by some of the islands most skilled artists, and decorated with the softest of cushions covered in vibrant local fabrics. Ibo Island Lodge is stylish, elegant and unique. Meals feature freshly grown organic vegetables, herbs and fruits, and combine traditional specialities with seafood: giant tiger prawns, game fish and Ibo’s speciality: crab with fragrant soft, fluffy coconut rice.  Romantic dinners are served on the tranquil verandahs or on the rooftop terraces, all with views over the sea. Things to do and see Beach: A 15 minute motorised boat trip takes you to one of Ibo’s best kept secrets.  A perfect powder white sand bank beach totally surrounded by sea and luxurious in seclusion and we think one of the most pristine beaches in the Quirimbas Archipelago. Here you are free to enjoy the dazzling aquamarine clear water, perfect for snorkeling, swimming and relaxing. Transfers to this beach are included each day for guests, with dolphins and turtles regularly spotted en-route. The Ibo Island guided historical experience: A remarkable, often emotional journey recounting the history of Ibo. Guided historical and cultural activities enable guests to immerse themselves in the unchanged, ancient culture of Ibo and the rare chance to interact with the wonderfully hospitable islanders.   Guided mangrove excursion: Fully guided, guests will be taken into Ibo’s lush, fertile mangrove channels to understand more about this precious ecosystem and the outstanding bird and marine life it supports. Sea kayaking in calm flat waters: A chance to navigate winding channels with breathtaking scenery or island hop safely under the expert leadership of your guide. With an abundance of birdlife, Ibo is also an ornithological paradise. Humpback whales. The whales protect their calves in the calm waters surrounding Ibo.  Excellent sightings are possible in season from August to early November before they migrate.   Ibo Massage and healing relaxation: Ibo inspires complete tranquillity and no stay at Ibo Island Lodge could be quite complete without experiencing our soothing Ibo inspired massage treatments, booking in advance recommended.  Relax and de-stress: on Ibo you can be as active or relaxed as you wish: unwind at the pool, on the rooftop terrace, in a hammock or take a gentle stroll around the island and immerse yourself in the idyllic scenes of Ibo. Traditional sailing dhow safaris and cruises:  Take a sunset cruise or day trip on a traditional sailing dhow. Scuba diving and fishing:  The marine area of the Quirimbas National Park includes 11 islands and is one of the richest, most biologically diverse marine environments on earth. In an underwater playground with illuminating and phenomenal drop-offs, walls and coral caves, you can expect to see all coral species typical of the Indian Ocean region. Game fish are the feature, with sightings of yellow fin tuna, dogtooth tuna, marlin, manta rays, eight species of shark (to date), huge schools of feeding barracuda, king fish of many species, red snappers, green and hawksbill turtles, not to mention the hump backed whales in season. Fishing:  The waters surrounding Ibo boast legendary fishing with dogtooth tuna, numerous species of kingfish, marlin, sailfish, mackerel and the famous bonefish, while St. Lazarus Banks ranks amongst the best fishing destinations in the world. Several community projects are operated by Ibo Island Lodge.  The aim is to achieve long term, sustainable means of generating income and benefits to the local communities, and to implement and manage programmes that provide training, mentorship and education.  These projects work in conjunction with various organisations to ensure that the region’s sensitive ecosystems and biodiversity are protected. Ibo works closely under the Quirimbas National Park Management Plan and with the WWF.   Style The lodge is on the Indian Ocean waterfront in the old historical town of Ibo Air/Con In bedrooms Dining Yes, excellent Children Yes No. of Bedrooms 14 Pool Yes Activities Tours of island, town (fascinating history), mangrove forests, fishing, sea kayaking, silversmiths, whale and dolphin watching in season (Nov to Feb), dhows trips and picnics, massages and treatments, cultural and interactive community projects. Price Range From £100.00 per person per night sharing, full board  Find Similar Properties