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A great social places with a lively beach bar and dormiteries, camping and self catering accommodation. Hidden in the heart of a coconut grove alongside a stretch of a virgin beach and surrounded by rural villages, this eco-friendly backpackers/beach lodge is built entirely from natural materials. Endless summer days can be spent in the warm Indian Ocean. Swimming, surfing, snorkeling and diving. When it is time to take a sun or sea break lay claim to a hammock and slip in some dream time Bamboozi style nights include wild parties, but those who prefer sitting on a balcony watching the moonrise while counting fireflies and shooting stars, can do just that. We provide mozzie nets and linen. Camping amongst palms, a guest kitchen, bbq/braai areas and hot water showers. The funky bar on the dune serves scrumptious seafood, veggie delights and local dishes.

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Turtle Cove was first established in 1994 by avid surfer, Nic Tasioulas, who settled in Tofo, Mozambique. remains legendary, After a revamp, Turtle Cove offers an exotic ambiance amidst the Palm gardens. Built in a striking blend of Mozambican, Mali and West African architecture, Turtle Cove exudes a charming and warm welcome to travelers to Tofo.

Turtle Cove Accommodation

Turtle Cove accommodates 22 guests in 7 double/twin chalets and 2 family units (each sleeping 4 guests comfortably).

Rooms at Turtle Cove are en-suite and consist of double or twin beds, mosquito nets, bed linen and shower towels. The rooms are serviced by municipal power and each has 3-point 220V power point with 2-point adaptors . Rooms are serviced daily upon request.

For backpackers and travelers on a budget, Turtle Cove also offers basic camping in a large shaded area with braai areas as well as Dormitory rooms. There is a small comunal kitchenette with electricity, gas cooker and wash up area for use by Turtle Cove guests.

Turtle Cove Bar & Restaurant

Freshly caught fish and prawns are superbly prepared together with local specialties, vegetarian specials, as well as popular sushi evenings. Dinner at Turtle Cove is a relaxed affair where guests gather around the bar for sundowners to talk about the highlights of the day and typically viewing some surf footage of the surf taking off at Tofinho point. On occasions there might be live music around the fire after dinner.

Turtle Cove Surf School

Facilitated by a fully qualified surf instructor and life-guard, you too can join in the fun of learning to surf. All lessons include a rash vest and a soft surf boards, specifically for beginners. After just one lesson, you could be standing up on your board and ‘feel The Stoke’ !

Tofo Main Beach is the perfect spot for a surf school; A wide bay protected from the southerly wind and swell, makes this a perfect venue for learning to surf. With no reefs, rocks or serious currents, you can effortlessly focus on technique while learning. The swells are clean and gentle with sandbanks that gradually produce bigger waves at the Northern end of the bay, providing an African surfing playground for all levels of
experience.

A typical Beginners Course would include 3 lessons of 2 hours each after which you can rent the boards to practice to perfection at leisure. Whether you are a total beginner with a passion to learn or an intermediate surfer wanting to refine your style, Turtle Cove’s surf
school caters for all surfing abilities to take you to the next level.

Turtle Cove Yoga Lounge

The yoga centre at Turtle Cove, affectionately known as the Gaia Yoga Temple, holds the spirit of love with an architectural grandeur that is sure to capture the creative spirit of Yogi Travelers for the ultimate African Yoga Holiday adventure.

The Gaia Yoga Temple regularly hosts world-class yoga teachers who run workshops and retreats in conjunction with tropical bliss. After a week of balmy sun, sea and sand and inspiring yoga, you’ll leave Tofo energized with a renewed sense of vigor and enthusiasm for life.

Join us on a Yoga for Africa Retreat to restore and revive Body, Mind and Soul and FEEL TOTALLY AMAZING!

The center is equipped with yoga mats, limited Iyengar Yoga props and yoga CD’s for self practice at your own pace.

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