Chongoene Holiday Resort

Xai-Xai is set on one of the most picturesque areas in Mozambique, with spectacular views of pristine beaches and the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation is in chalets/houses with breathtaking views of one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, being situated no further than on average 70m from the sea it forms part of the Chongoene Holiday Resort.

Accommodation
• All our houses are fully equipped with all the necessary kitchen utilities.
• You have a houseboy/girl that cleans your unit and will do your washing if requested.
• Fish and prawns will be cleaned by houseboy or girl if requested. You can tip him/her if you wish.
• There are washing facilities available.
• Although it is safe in our resort we have 24 hours security. You will see the guards patrolling amongst the houses during the day and night.

This popular destination has the world in its oyster. Not only does it have the cleanest sand along warm tropical waters and not hot weather all year round, it also offers various outdoor and water activities.
The massive reef running parallel to the beach provides natural protection against the strong waves at high tide and forms several small pools at low tide. Snorkelling and diving are much enjoyed during low tide.

Temperature: Summer (Between October and February) temperature range between 30-40 degrees and winter (from March to August) between 20-30 degrees. Summer water temperature is around 29 degrees and winter 22 degrees.

Deep-sea fishing is excellent at Xai-Xai and shore fishing is good at certain times of the year, especially from May to July, which is Kingfish time.

Fly-fishing can also be enjoyed from the reef that protrudes from the sea, giving the fisherman a great chance to fly-fish in deeper water.

The open, sun-drenched beaches offer endless hours of strolling pleasure, kite flying, snorkelling, and swimming, diving, and relaxing.

Although Xai-Xai is a malaria area, the subtle breeze that blows most of the time keeps very few mosquitoes around. There are a number of fresh water lakes within 30 minutes drive where kayaking; paddle Skiing and windsurfing can be enjoyed. Wenela Tidal Pool, two kilometres South is a fascinating natural treasure having a natural tunnel and blow hole linking the pool to the sea.

Languages Spoken: English. Afrikaans, Portuguese, Shangaan.

Activities (in and around the resort)

The massive reef running parallel to the beach provides natural protection against the strong waves at high tide and forms several small pools at low tide. Snorkelling and diving are much enjoyed during low tide. Deep-sea fishing is excellent at Xai Xai and shore fishing is good at certain times of the year, especially from May to July, which is Kingfish time. Fly-fishing can also be enjoyed from the reef that protrudes from the sea, giving the fisherman a great chance to fly-fish in deeper water.
There are a number of fresh water lakes within 30 minutes drive where kayaking; paddle Skiing and windsurfing can be enjoyed. Wenela Tidal Pool, two kilometres South is a fascinating natural treasure having a natural tunnel and blow hole linking the pool to the sea.

The following activities are provided in the area:
Quad bike tours (Reef Rentals at Reef Estate or Xai Xai Beach Resort)
Jet Ski Hire (Reef Rentals at Reef Estate)
Scuba Diving
Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Waterslide and trampoline (enquire at Restaurant)
Good fishing from the shore
Walking
Swimming
Snorkelling
Body Boarding
Dolphin and Whale watching from your balcony (whale watching only during the winter months)
Outing to the local market is great. You can also replenish your fruit and vegetables there.
Ocean safari – trip along the backline of the Xai-Xai reef in a boat
Visit the Crocodile Farm
Bird Watching

Other information
Restaurant: The Restaurant has DSTV, a pool table and full bar. You are welcome to make use of this. We also have a waterslide on the premises. Please request (at the restaurant) that it be blown up should you wish to use it.

Facilities: We are 15km from the Xai-Xai town with its local markets, local shops and a Shoprite, restaurants, banks, pharmacies, a hospital and open air furniture factories.
The currency in Mozambique is meticais, but South African Rand is accepted in most places. You can draw money at the ATM’s (meticais). There is a First National Bank and Standard Bank.
Other
• Helipad at Eco Estate
• Airport (private charters only) – 15km
• Restaurants nearby and in Xai-Xai town.
• Liquor store, pharmacy and petrol station in Xai Xai Town – 15km
• Convenience store nearby – 2km
• Boat launching and marine slipway – 2km
• Medical Facilities – less than 15km
• Market in Xai-Xai town – 15km
• Shoprite in Xai-Xai town – 15km
• Loja de Praia (Shop on the beach) – 3km.
• Here you can purchase Ice Cream, Coffee, Milkshake, ice, swimming costumes, toys, tattoo’s, charcoal, tinned food, biscuits,
and cell phone airtime. The shop also has internet and fax facilities.

TIPS
• We have 2 restaurants within walking distance, our own on the premises and Montego Restaurant next door. There are also others in the nearby area and Xai-Xai town.
• Take-aways can be ordered from the Restaurant on the premises.
• Ice can be bought from the restaurant on the premises.
• The local baker sells bread daily and will knock on your door with his goods. Apart from bread you can order other baked products from him. His name is Richard and he can be contacted on
• Our water is drinkable.
• Do not PARK OR DRIVE on the beach. Hefty FINES are issued by the local police if you should be caught.
• Always keep all your necessary documents (driver’s license and registration papers) while driving. Fines are issued if you cannot provide them when asked.
• Always keep to the speed limit and wear your seatbelts.
• Do not leave wallets, cameras, cell phones and other small equipment in plain sight.
• Most products can be bought in Xai-Xai.

“WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU”

Accommodation packages:
Only available on request (Out of SA season)
Dinner bed and breakfast R750.00 per person sharing.
Single R900.00
Self catering per person sharing R400.00
Single R500.00
Rates for groups of four and more travelling together on request.
Stay 6 nights for 4 people and get one night free.
Rates include assistance.
Transfers OR Tambo to Xai-Xai – R2500.00 for first person and then R500.00 per person thereafter. Transfers from Nelspruit International Airport to Chongoene Holiday Resort R1750.00 for first person and then R375.00 per person thereafter. Rates include assistance at border post and brief Maputo city tour.
Also available is a fly in option to Maputo and transfer to Xai-Xai at R1000 per first person and R250 per person thereafter.

Road Directions: From Maputo travel north on the EN1 for 224km until you reach the town of Xai Xai, then travel almost through the town until the BP garage on the left, 300m after the garage take a right turn to the Praia de Xai Xai (beach), travel for 10km until you reach a circle, keep left and follow the tar road to the beach front. At the beach front turn left into the dirt road and travel north along the sea shore (past the caravan park on your left hand side) on a sand road for 3km, you will see Chongoene Holiday Resort on your left.

WE HOPE YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL STAY

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