p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 12.0px 0.0px; line-height: 17.0px; font: 14.7px Times; color: #222222}span.s1 {font-kerning: none} p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 12.0px 0.0px; line-height: 17.0px; font: 14.7px Times; color: #222222}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}span.s2 {font-kerning: none; color: #000000} p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 12.0px 0.0px; line-height: 17.0px; font: 14.7px Times; color: #222222}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}Rio Azul is a family friendly luxury Lodge compromising of five twin/double chalets, and two luxury villas, that sleeps comfortably six adults and four children. Each of the villas has its own private swimming pool, and is located along the beachfront.  Rio Azul makes use of Solar power and has its own vegetable and herb garden.LocationThe eco-paradise Rio Azul in Mozambique is a lodge that embodies serenity at a secluded beach escape in a true tropical wilderness. Nestled on the banks of crystal clear lagoon, this stylish eco-lodge, surrounded by a magnificent mangrove forest is the perfect setting for nature lovers, honeymooners, families and adventure enthusiasts The lodge is 11km north of Vilanculos and situated on a peninsula with the Indian Ocean on one side and the lagoon that the Govuro River flows into, on the other side.ChaletsFive stylish, thatched roof, wooden, beach chalets, with magnificent views over the lagoon.  Each chalet has electrical plug points, fans, mosquito nets, en-suite bedrooms with a shower and double basins, night lamps, shelving and also tea and coffee making facilities.Children 6 - 17 (Maximum 1 child) stay free of charge when sharing with two adults in a chalet. Maximum one additional bed in room with adults. Kids younger than 6 years  are on a request basis.VillasRio Azul has two thatched and wood construction villas. Both villas overlook the tidal lagoon of the estuary, from a private deck and also its own pool. Both the villas have a private lounge with overhead fans and a full kitchen for private dining. Each villa is divided into 3 rooms which comfortably accommodates 6 adults, all bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, there is also an additional bathroom located on the ground floor. The villas also have a loft with beds for four children. The villas have Electrical plug points, fans, mosquito nets, night lamps, shelving and hanging space.Children 6 - 17 (Maximum 1 child) stay free of charge when sharing with two adults in a Villa. Rio Azul beach activities include kayaking, bird watching, boating adventures and snorkeling, beach picnics. you can also enjoy beautifull nature walks. Rio Azul Lodge offers fisherman fishing opportunity that compares against the best Mozambique fishing lodges.Whether you are staying in Rio Azul?s Luxurious Villas or Chalets, your Daily rate will include:All meals dailyLocal alcohol beveragesLaundryComplimentary WIFIuse of your own private boat on the lagoonSnorkeling in the mangrovesExcursion to pansy or Flamingo Island1 beach picnic1 dhow sunset cruise per stayKayakingBird watchingFoodDinning at Rio Azul is a delightful affair with the freshest ingredients locally sourced and produced, or grown in our own vegetable and herb garden, as well as straight from the sea.kExpect Mozambican specialties such as peri-peri chicken and freshly caught prawns. The 3 course dinners in particular are always a delightful experience and can vary between relaxed and informal evenings, romantic and candle lit affairs, as well as lively beach BBQS.Best Time to TravelThe climate is tropical with warm temperatures year-round. Dry season is from May until November and is considered the best time to visit. December and January have higher temperatures. February and March is the rainy season and characterised by occasional downpours.When you choose to travel to Ria Azul is may also depend on what activities you are interested in. The waters of the Indian Ocean are always warm, and Snorkelling conditions tend to be good all year. Guests can snorkel in the mangroves and lagoon, there is also good coral snorkelling in the Bazaruto archipelago when booking a day trip to Paradise Island. Migrating humpback whales are in these waters from June until September, and it is the best time to see whale sharks, although it is rare from October until early December.