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Ponta da Barra · Inhambane · Mozambique

Life at the tip of Barra

Self-catering chalets on the estuary's edge with golden, fiery sunsets, and private Palapa campsites a short walk from the beach. Leave your frowns, laptops and stress — bring your hat and camera.

17self-catering chalets
6Palapa campsites
6guests per chalet
1996welcoming guests since
About us

A family place on the estuary

Barra Dica — "the tip of Barra" — sits right on the point of the Barra peninsula. It was founded in 1996 as Areia Branca Lodge, and since December 2016 it has been home to Dries & Herliaan Visser, who moved here with their three sons for a "quality of life" change.

Since then they have welcomed many travelling strangers, who all left as friends of the family.

Plan your stay →

Boat on the estuary at Barra Dica
Accommodation

Where you'll stay

Every chalet faces the estuary. Log cabins built in the traditional Mozambican casita style, fully equipped except for towels, with a braai right outside.

Barra Dica chalet

Waterfront Chalet

10 chalets in the first row, right on the estuary's water edge.

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 with 2 singles
  • Open-plan kitchen & living area (2 extra kids' beds)
  • Semi-enclosed patio + braai
  • Serviced daily (except Sun & public holidays)
Sleeps 6 · rates on request (ZAR)Request
Chalet bedroom

Second-row Chalet

7 chalets just 10 m behind the first row, same layout and estuary outlook.

  • 2 bedrooms, shower & toilet
  • Fully equipped kitchenette
  • 24h EDM electricity
  • Wheelchair-friendly unit available
Sleeps 6 · rates on request (ZAR)Request
Palapa campsites among the palms

Palapa Campsite

6 covered, electrified campsites about 200 m from the beach or estuary.

  • Private bathroom per site
  • Own washing-up area
  • Power point & lights
  • Cleaning staff can be hired
Ample space · rates on request (ZAR)Request
Activities

Something for everyone

For the adventurous and the quieter spirits — right on your doorstep or a short drive away.

Kayak & paddle

Kayaking in the estuary or ocean, paddle skis, SUP, surf and boogie boards.

Pansy Island trips

Dhow, catamaran and boat day trips to snorkel the estuary.

Deep-sea fishing

Fishing charters for sailfish and pelagic game fish.

Ocean safaris

Sea safaris, whale watching, seahorse & sea star safaris.

Scuba diving

Fully equipped dive centres close to Barra Dica.

Nearby

Quad tours, spa treatments, community & town tours, beach boma evenings.

Book your stay

Check dates & request a booking

Pick your arrival and departure on the calendar, fill in your details and send the request straight to Barra Dica on WhatsApp. Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 10:00.

Availability (demo data)

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In the live version this calendar is updated by the resort from a simple admin page.

Booking request

Secure your booking with a deposit (demo)

Pay the deposit by M-Pesa from your phone. Reservations are held for 72 hours until the deposit is received.

Opening WhatsApp with your request… (demo: no payment is taken)
Contact

Find us at Ponta da Barra

Address
Barra Dica Resort, Ponta da Barra, Barra, Inhambane, Mozambique
Phone
+258 84 898 8552
WhatsApp
+27 82 464 0405 (WhatsApp only)
Email
Info@BarraDica.com
Facebook
BarraDicaResort
Check-in / out
From 14:00 · by 10:00