Casa John forms the
last outpost on the Tofinho Beach, just
20 kilometres south of Inhambane. Its position
provides spectacular coastal views, the
sea spray tingling the decks of the three
luxury houses.
Resident whale sharks loll in the immediate
waters, competing for space when migratory
Hump Back Whales make their appearance from
early June to October. From the living areas,
dolphins can be sighted chasing their catch,
frustrating sea birds and interrupting your
afternoon siesta.
Accommodation
Each house is fully equipped and comfortably
appointed. Your family and friends can spread
out with ease between the three bedrooms
and two bathrooms that sleep and accommodate
6 people. An open plan design marries the
dining, kitchen and living areas. These
all centre towards the verandas that unashamedly
stare on the beach views to either side
or magnificent ocean ahead. An enclosed
courtyard in the centre of each house provides
sheltered space should the wind pick up.
Accommodation rates:
Casa John provides
ease of access between the two main beaches
at Tofu and smaller secluded beaches along
the Tofinho road. Lap up the sun and frolic
in the waves in total isolation or on the
main stretch.
Explore Linga-Linga bay and the estuary:
Tofu is in close proximity to Linga-Linga
bay and Inhambane estuary, which not only
provides an excellent days boating, but
can also provide the unique experience of
spotting the shy manatee and inshore seahorse.
Diving & Snorkelling
The Tofu marine area is increasingly gaining
a reputation as one of the best diving spots
in the world. It is highly likely that you
will spot whale shark on route to a dive
and have the opportunity to snorkel with
it. Invariably mantas circle you in numbers
every time you go down on scuba off the
famous Manta Reef. Also on show are cheeky
devil rays, turtles, and large schools of
tropical fish, reef shark and the elusive
harlequin shrimp.
Samba, biera and lullas:
Enjoy the rhythm of local Mozambican music,
with a cold beer and local delicacies from
the number of quaint restaurants and beach
bars along the main beach.
Go local:
Mozambique has an interesting history and
Inhambane does house a small museum and
art gallery. Day trips can also be arranged
to cross the Inhambane bay to opposite Maxixe
by dhow boat. Explore the local markets
and curios in Tofu and Inhambane and along
the roads between them.
Provisions
The nearby Tofu and Inhambane markets stock
basic provisions and stable foods, including
a selected range of fruit, vegetables, fresh
bread and the famous 2M local beer. There
is a liquor store that sells imported beers,
wines, spirits and cigarettes.
Local fishermen usually sell their daily
catches of fresh fish, prawns, calamari
and crayfish along the beaches and along
the roads in front of the houses.
