Zombie Cucumber, the best Backpacker in Mozambique!
Facing the Arquipelago of Bazaruto which is renowned for its tropical islands, excellent diving, fishing and home of the very rare dugongs, Vilanculos is a large, thriving town, 400 km north of Tofo and 750 km north of Maputo.
Two minutes away from the beach, Zombie Cucumber is conveniently located in the center of town, 10 to 15 minutes walk from the market, the bus station and the Tourist Information Office. It is also very close to the main dive center (Odyssea Dive) and dhow operator (Sailaway) in town.
In a green oasis we provide accommodation, a bar/restaurant and a swimming pool in peaceful and lush surroundings where hammocks are set for lazy afternoons.
Our frienly staff speaks perfect English and is always ready to give you all the information you need about what to do during your stay, to organize diving or snorkeling trips for you and to provide you with travel tips that will help you organize the rest of your trip. Just ask. There is almost no question that will remain without an answer.
Accommodation
Accommodation consists of either 2/3 person chalets or a 9 bedded dorm.
All buildings are concrete with thatched roofs, ensuring a rustic feel but with emphasis on comfort.
All beds are protected with large and comfortable square mosquito nets.
Bathroom is shared with hot showers in the cool/cold months of the year.
The site is very safe and secure, closed at night.
Linen is included.
Bar and restaurant
In our central area that is more of a lounge than a bar, you can while away the time playing games, drinking the local beers, chatting with fellow backpackers or making plans for island adventures.
Here, we offer breakfast "à la carte", lunch and dinner.
Dinner menu changes every day and is based on local fresh produce. A vegetarian option is always on offer.
A fusion of Mozambican and western tastes made the reputation of our dishes in Vilanculos and amongst travellers. While here, you'll be able to try Matapa (the national dish based on cassava leaves, very yummy with crabs or prawns), crab quiche, prawns garlic and pepper, stir fry fish with vegetables, cashew chicken curry, beef koftas, buttenut soup, tomato tart in cheddar crust or vegetarian curry and much more. Everything is cooked for you at the minute and we do our best to give you the healthiest meals.
Sometimes, in the afternoon, coming back from your day out to the islands, you'll find muffins or cakes waiting for you at the bar.
Please note that we do not have a communal kitchen.
