Important Information for Your Visit to Canda Island

We want your stay at Canda Island to be enjoyable and hassle-free. Please review the following details to help you plan your trip.

Accommodation

Each house accommodates up to 8 people.
Houses are equipped with fridges and/or freezers (see the Casa page for details).
Kitchens include gas stoves and gas geysers (gas is provided).
Fire extinguishers are available in all houses.
Cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, and pots are provided.
Please bring your own bathing and swimming towels.

Tap water is not safe for drinking – bring your own drinking water.
If your house does not have permanent electricity, generators run at the following times:
06:00 – 08:00 | 11:00 – 12:00 | 17:00 – 23:00
(pre-arranged and approved by the Company Committee before arrival).

WiFi is available at the office.
There is no Vodacom or Mcel reception on the island.
Movitel SIM cards and airtime can be purchased in Xai Xai (passport required for SIM registration).

All payments (e.g., fishing licenses, launching permits) must be made in Meticais.
Credit cards are accepted, and Rands cannot be used.
Exchange money before reaching the Mozambique border.

Third-party vehicle insurance is mandatory and must be arranged before entering Mozambique.
Bring household essentials, including:
Toilet paper (1-ply only), black bags, dishwashing liquid, washing powder, and insect repellent (Canda is a high-risk malaria area).
A suggested shopping list is available to help with planning, as supplies on the island are limited.

Local vendors along the route sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and nuts – please support them where possible.
The nearest shop for beer, soft drinks, and basic supplies is in Canda Town (a 20-minute drive).
Chidenguele (45 km) and Quissico (50 km) have more options, but travel takes around 1.5 hours.
Xai Xai (100 km from Canda, approximately a 2-hour drive) has markets, a bakery, a pharmacy, and a supermarket (Falcons Supermarket, look for the large bull on the roof).
For last-minute items, Aldo’s garage (30 km before the Canda turnoff) is a convenient stop.

By preparing in advance, you’ll have everything you need to enjoy your time at Canda Island. Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you!

Contact Details

+27 76 502 8560

admin@lagoacanda.com

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