Marlin Lodge Fact Sheet

Fishing

For the angling enthusiast, the Bazaruto Archipelago is heralded as one of the greatest game fishing sites in the Indian Ocean. Species such as Sailfish, Blue and Black Marlin and King Fish can be found roaming deep beneath the waters. Marlin Lodge proudly maintains fully equipped angling boats of the highest standard, as well as an outstanding tackling centre.

Marlin: The Bazaruto Archipelago is ranked as the best Marlin Angling destination in the eastern Indian Ocean. The All Africa record for Black Marlin (590kg/1298lb) was landed in these waters in Nov 98, while the average weight is 350kg/770lb.

Crews & Skippers
Our boat skippers and deck hands are from Mozambique and many of them have grown up on the Bazaruto Archipelago Islands. They are all well versed in taking out experienced anglers as well as total novices and indulge showing anglers how to enjoy the sport. It is important that you inform the skipper on how much fishing experience you have and how much you want to be involved in the initial setting up of baits and striking of fish. This is a skill that must be learnt so the crew will not mind what you decide as long as it is communicated to them beforehand. Remember that fish strikes happen very fast so there is no time for casual conversation on this matter when the big fish are crashing around the baits. The boat crew will be happy to clean and prepare any fish you, to be cooked by our chefs for you. Tipping of boat crew direct is accepted with thanks. Please note that this should only be in the case when you have received excellent service. Tipping is not compulsory.

Tackle
Marlin Lodge has a comprehensive Fishing Centre which is stocked with fishing tackle to cater for all the disciplines of fishing. All our fishing rods are manufactured by Purglass and Fenwick and are fitted with lever drag Pen International and Shimano Tiagra reels. We carry a full range of Halco, C Lever, Rapala and Williamson Lures. For catching Marlin each boat has range of 50, 80 & 130 lb. rods. For ame and Sailfish we use 30 lb. rods. We also have a range of spinning rods for the use on boats and shore Angling. We stock a basic range of Saltwater Fly-fishing rods, reels and flies. Anglers are more than welcome to bring their own fishing gear, especially light tackle as we realize fishermen are more comfortable catching fish with their own equipment.

Fishing Seasons
We are open for fishing through out the year. The Bazaruto Archipelago is ranked as the best Black Marlin destination in the Eastern Indian Ocean. The main Black Marlin season runs from early October through to end of January each year. These fish come close in to the shallow waters around the Islands and can often be found feeding around the shoals of various species of tuna that frequent our waters during this time of the year. The average size fish caught is around 700 lbs. Numerous fish over 1000 lbs have been caught over the years as well as the all Africa record caught in November 1998 off the north point of Bazaruto which weighed in at 1298lbs.

Marlin Beauty & Wellness Centre
Rekindle your soul and allow yourself to be captivated by the allure of a nonchalant way of life. A timber sanctuary; a stilted paradise: Marlin Lodge ensures definitive, self-indulging repose like no other. For those seeking restoration and reawakening, a visit to the Beauty & Wellness Centre will soothe the sun-basked body and clear the mind.

Touch Treatments:
Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage
Swedish Massage:
Deep Tissue Massage
Aromatherapy
Hot Stone Massage
Divers Massage
Reflexology
Scalp Massage

Beaches
The beaches in front of the lodge are not private and all residents of the island have access to the beach. Please ensure that you always lock your Chalet and do not leave any clothing items or sports equipment on your patio when you are not at your Chalet also operates on a book-swap system.

Scuba Diving
Please note that we do have a PADI qualified Diving Instructor at the lodge.