Santa Carolina island
Ultimate guide (December 2024)
Santa Carolina is an island in
Bazaruto Archipelago in Mozambique. Once upon a time it was a favorite vacation spot of world celebrities. However, after the independence of Mozambique, the hotel was abandoned. Now the island is used as a day-trip destination. Shore and seabed: sand.
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[vote] Coordinates: -21.618495, 35.340574
Hotels [edit]
There are no hotels on the island of Santa Carolina. The nearest hotels are located on the other Bazaruto islands.
How to get there [edit]
Fly to
Maputo International Airport (MPM) or fly to
Johannesburg International Airport (JNB). Next fly to
Vilankulo Airport (VNX). Next, get to your island on a small private plane or by boat. Please, ask your hotel about tours to the Santa Carolina "Paradise Island".
When to go [edit]
The best time for a beach holiday in the islands of Bazaruto is a dry season from April to November. However, sea water may be rather cold during the period from June to October. Therefore, the best monthes are April-May and November.
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See also other beaches nearby:
8.8 15 km to the south-east ↘
8.6 28 km to the south ↓
8.1 40 km to the south ↓
8.1 530 km to the south-west ↙
7.6 980 km to the south-west ↙