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==Inhambane, Mozambique== | ==Inhambane, Mozambique== | ||
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| + | | [ Photo gallery] | ||
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| + | | [ Local chartlet] | ||
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | <googlemap lat="-23.734971" lon="35.395664" zoom="11">-23.735786, 35.39502, Linga Linga anchorage</googlemap> | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | <googlemap lat="-23.734971" lon="35.395664" zoom="11">-23.735786, 35.39502, Linga Linga anchorage</googlemap> | ||
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| + | An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Inhambane, Mozambique. | ||
[[Image:Inhambane_map2.jpg|frame|right|Inhambane, Mozambique]] | [[Image:Inhambane_map2.jpg|frame|right|Inhambane, Mozambique]] | ||
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Inhambane is a town located in southern [[Mozambique]], lying on Inhambane Bay, 470 km northeast of [[Maputo]]. It is the capital of the Inhambane Province and has according to the 2007 census has a population of 63,837, growing from the 1997 census of 54,157. It is a sleepy historic town known for its rusting colonial architecture and has been popular with tourists in recent years. The settlement owes its existence to a deep inlet into which the small river the Matamba flows. Two protective sandy headlands protect the harbor and form a sandbank. The town of Maxixe is located across the bay. | Inhambane is a town located in southern [[Mozambique]], lying on Inhambane Bay, 470 km northeast of [[Maputo]]. It is the capital of the Inhambane Province and has according to the 2007 census has a population of 63,837, growing from the 1997 census of 54,157. It is a sleepy historic town known for its rusting colonial architecture and has been popular with tourists in recent years. The settlement owes its existence to a deep inlet into which the small river the Matamba flows. Two protective sandy headlands protect the harbor and form a sandbank. The town of Maxixe is located across the bay. | ||
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Notable sites in the surrounding district of Inhambane include the Praia do Tofo, Praia dos Cocos, Ponto do Barra, Ilha de Benquerra, Guinjata Bay. Scuba diving in Inhambane is particularly popular in locations such as Manta Reef and Gallaria. Giant Manta Rays, Whale sharks, Turtles and other marine life are regularly seen and there are many professional scuba diving operations throughout the province. | Notable sites in the surrounding district of Inhambane include the Praia do Tofo, Praia dos Cocos, Ponto do Barra, Ilha de Benquerra, Guinjata Bay. Scuba diving in Inhambane is particularly popular in locations such as Manta Reef and Gallaria. Giant Manta Rays, Whale sharks, Turtles and other marine life are regularly seen and there are many professional scuba diving operations throughout the province. | ||
| - | + | ==Approach== | |
The bar is dangerous in rough seas! You should only enter on a roughly 3/4 incoming tide as currents can be very strong. The buoys are not always in place but the author approached from east to the position where the fairway buoy should be and then the following waypoints can be used as a '''rough guide''': | The bar is dangerous in rough seas! You should only enter on a roughly 3/4 incoming tide as currents can be very strong. The buoys are not always in place but the author approached from east to the position where the fairway buoy should be and then the following waypoints can be used as a '''rough guide''': | ||
| - | '''Note''': ''The details below (2004) need to be reconfirmed''. | + | '''Note''': ''The details below (2004) need to be reconfirmed''. |
| - | Fairway buoy - Approach from the east to where it should be per the chart. | + | * Fairway buoy - Approach from the east to where it should be per the chart. |
| - | No.1 Black buoy - 23º39'.29 S, 35º29'.65 E | + | * No.1 Black buoy - 23º39'.29 S, 35º29'.65 E |
| - | No.2 Red buoy - 23º39'.72 S, 35º28'.70 E | + | * No.2 Red buoy - 23º39'.72 S, 35º28'.70 E |
| - | No.4 Red buoy - 23º40'.42 S, 35º27'.81 E | + | * No.4 Red buoy - 23º40'.42 S, 35º27'.81 E |
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Across the bar the channel is very visible - follow the chart, watching your passage in the channel. Use binoculars as the buoys (if in place) are far apart. | Across the bar the channel is very visible - follow the chart, watching your passage in the channel. Use binoculars as the buoys (if in place) are far apart. | ||
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Details | Details | ||
| - | + | ==Charts== | |
BA 2931, 647 | BA 2931, 647 | ||
| - | + | ==Radio Nets== | |
''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
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| - | + | ==Routes to/from Inhambane== | |
Popular routes, timing, etc. | Popular routes, timing, etc. | ||
| - | + | ==Check-in facilities== | |
Submit details about facilities for checking in. | Submit details about facilities for checking in. | ||
| - | + | ==Anchorages== | |
[[Image:Linga_Linga.jpg|250px|right|thumb|Safe anchorage behind Linga Linga Point]] | [[Image:Linga_Linga.jpg|250px|right|thumb|Safe anchorage behind Linga Linga Point]] | ||
*'''Linga Linga Point'''. GPS: {{Coord|23|44.15|S|35|23.69|E|}} The author, on numerous occasions, anchored with good holding in sand near the old wreck behind Linga Linga Point. Ensure your anchor is well set as a strong tidal current runs in the lagoon. There is a holiday lodge ashore and supplies are available from the town of Maxixe nearby. This is a good place to hide from any oncoming weather fronts. | *'''Linga Linga Point'''. GPS: {{Coord|23|44.15|S|35|23.69|E|}} The author, on numerous occasions, anchored with good holding in sand near the old wreck behind Linga Linga Point. Ensure your anchor is well set as a strong tidal current runs in the lagoon. There is a holiday lodge ashore and supplies are available from the town of Maxixe nearby. This is a good place to hide from any oncoming weather fronts. | ||
*'''Ponta da Barra'''. This is the southern headland of Inhambane bay. The author 'rode out' a SW gale here in absolute calm for three days. Good holding in sand off the small palm-fringed beach in the southern headland corner near the point. Move immediately at the first sign of the wind turning to NE. | *'''Ponta da Barra'''. This is the southern headland of Inhambane bay. The author 'rode out' a SW gale here in absolute calm for three days. Good holding in sand off the small palm-fringed beach in the southern headland corner near the point. Move immediately at the first sign of the wind turning to NE. | ||
| - | + | ==Tourism & things to do ashore== | |
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc. | List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc. | ||
* The Restaurant ''Macaroca'', located in the centre of Inhambane town, is known for its seafood and chicken dishes. It's managed by a Swiss, Dani, and his Moçambiquan wife. | * The Restaurant ''Macaroca'', located in the centre of Inhambane town, is known for its seafood and chicken dishes. It's managed by a Swiss, Dani, and his Moçambiquan wife. | ||
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Available? | Available? | ||
| - | + | ==References & Publications== | |
Publications, Guides, etc. | Publications, Guides, etc. | ||
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| - | + | ==Cruiser's Friends== | |
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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| - | + | ==Forum Discussions== | |
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum | List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum | ||
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| - | + | ==External Links== | |
*[http://www.seerose.cruiser.co.za Yacht Seerose] - Cruising East Africa. | *[http://www.seerose.cruiser.co.za Yacht Seerose] - Cruising East Africa. | ||
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| - | + | ==Personal Notes== | |
Personal experience | Personal experience | ||
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Revision as of 11:29, 28 June 2009
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Inhambane, Mozambique
 (Click links for more information)
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| GPS: | 23°39.29′S, 35°29.65′E |
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| Gallery: | [ Photo gallery] |
| Chartlet: | [ Local chartlet] |
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Inhambane, Mozambique.
Background
Inhambane is a town located in southern Mozambique, lying on Inhambane Bay, 470 km northeast of Maputo. It is the capital of the Inhambane Province and has according to the 2007 census has a population of 63,837, growing from the 1997 census of 54,157. It is a sleepy historic town known for its rusting colonial architecture and has been popular with tourists in recent years. The settlement owes its existence to a deep inlet into which the small river the Matamba flows. Two protective sandy headlands protect the harbor and form a sandbank. The town of Maxixe is located across the bay.
The 170 year old Cathedral of our Lady of Conception is located in the old quarter of Inhambane Town where a rusted ladder leads to the top of the spire, offering panoramic views of the town and harbour. The town is now home to a museum and a market and is known for its nearby beaches of Tofo and Barra. The central market located along the main boulevard called simply "Mercado Central" offers numerous foods, ranging from a colorful array of spices and vegetables to prawns, fishes and cashew nuts. Motor and dhow taxis sail from the town to Maxixe.
Notable sites in the surrounding district of Inhambane include the Praia do Tofo, Praia dos Cocos, Ponto do Barra, Ilha de Benquerra, Guinjata Bay. Scuba diving in Inhambane is particularly popular in locations such as Manta Reef and Gallaria. Giant Manta Rays, Whale sharks, Turtles and other marine life are regularly seen and there are many professional scuba diving operations throughout the province.
Approach
The bar is dangerous in rough seas! You should only enter on a roughly 3/4 incoming tide as currents can be very strong. The buoys are not always in place but the author approached from east to the position where the fairway buoy should be and then the following waypoints can be used as a rough guide:
Note: The details below (2004) need to be reconfirmed.
- Fairway buoy - Approach from the east to where it should be per the chart.
- No.1 Black buoy - 23º39'.29 S, 35º29'.65 E
- No.2 Red buoy - 23º39'.72 S, 35º28'.70 E
- No.4 Red buoy - 23º40'.42 S, 35º27'.81 E
Across the bar the channel is very visible - follow the chart, watching your passage in the channel. Use binoculars as the buoys (if in place) are far apart.
Port
Details
Charts
BA 2931, 647
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Routes to/from Inhambane
Popular routes, timing, etc.
Check-in facilities
Submit details about facilities for checking in.
Anchorages
- Linga Linga Point. GPS: 23°44.15′S, 35°23.69′E The author, on numerous occasions, anchored with good holding in sand near the old wreck behind Linga Linga Point. Ensure your anchor is well set as a strong tidal current runs in the lagoon. There is a holiday lodge ashore and supplies are available from the town of Maxixe nearby. This is a good place to hide from any oncoming weather fronts.
- Ponta da Barra. This is the southern headland of Inhambane bay. The author 'rode out' a SW gale here in absolute calm for three days. Good holding in sand off the small palm-fringed beach in the southern headland corner near the point. Move immediately at the first sign of the wind turning to NE.
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.
- The Restaurant Macaroca, located in the centre of Inhambane town, is known for its seafood and chicken dishes. It's managed by a Swiss, Dani, and his Moçambiquan wife.
- Pensao Pachica is a guest house located on the bay of Inhambane about 300 m to the right of the jetty when facing the bay. It boasts a quaint bayside restaurant, bar and pizza parlour. Managed by Dennis Adams, a lovely host and excellent cook. (Crab curry is a must!)
Marine Stores & Repairs
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Water and Fuel
Available?
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
External Links
- Yacht Seerose - Cruising East Africa.
Personal Notes
Personal experience
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