Rio Azul Lodge is located on the banks of the Govuro River in Mozambique, Africa. Rio Azul, meaning “Blue River”, overlooks the estuary and is about 2km from the Govuro River mouth. The lodge faces west and enjoys spectacular sunsets in a quiet and peaceful setting. Rio Azul offers luxury lodge accommodation including six twin chalets, and two luxury villas which sleep six adults and six children. Each villa has its own swimming pool and is situated along pristine beach shores. Although Rio Azul is primarily a fishing lodge, the lodge also offers good bird watching opportunities, kayaking and snorkelling to name but a few of the lodge’s beach holiday activities. We also offer a great fine dining experience and luxurious facilities. Rio Azul Lodge offers good quality fishing opportunities, including exciting estuary fishing, brilliant surf fishing and some of the finest offshore fishing in Mozambique. It is ideal for fishermen who enjoy a variety of fishing techniques from fly-fishing, to light tackle lure fishing, surf fishing and deep-sea fishing. Rio Azul is a great place to unwind and experience all the lifestyle activities offered as well as being the premier fishing lodge destination when looking for a great Mozambique fishing holiday or family beach holiday. By taking care of yourself and recharging your own batteries you are ultimately taking care of everyone around you, family, friends and colleagues. So... Take a vacation Have a romantic weekend getaway We all deserve a break And it’s ok to relax and enjoy life MOST IMPORTANTLY IT IS HEALTHY TO TAKE A BREAK.

Rio Azul overlooks the Govuro River Estuary and is about 2km from the river mouth. The Govuro River mouth is 80km north of Vilanculos as the crow flies. The River runs north from Vilanculos and past Inhassoro and enters the sea at Bartholomew Diaz point, at the northern end of the Bazaruto Archipelago. The mangrove estuary system covers an area of around fifty square kilometres and the waterways of the main and sub-rivers extend for more than a hundred kilometres. Rio Azul offers visitors a chance to fish the endless stretches of estuary canals and channels as well as view the abundant birdlife in this mangrove region while at the same time enjoying the beautiful, unspoilt beaches longing to be explored in this paradise setting.

The beach resort overlooks the Estuary and is about 2km from the River mouth. The Govuro River mouth is 110km north of Vilanculos, Mozambique, Africa. Rio Azul is also only 30km from Paradise Island. The Govuro River runs north from Vilanculos and past Inhassoro and enters the sea at Bartholomew Diaz point, at the northern end of the Bazaruto Archipelago. GPS Location: 21"16'40.23 S 35"06'34.80 E Getting there: Flying: From OR Tambo Int. Airport (Johannesburg), to Vilanculos Int. Airport, Mozambique. Transport to the Lodge is arranged prior to arrival and an air-conditioned vehicle will transport you to the lodge via a spectacular beach drive to Bartholomew Dias Point and The Lodge. Self Drive: From JHB & DBN, 16 hour (1 600km) drive via Maputo, Xai Xai and Vilanculos. 80km North of Vilanculos, turn right towards Inhassoro (14km), and a 24km beach drive to The Lodge (permits required- arranged by our Lodge prior to arrival).