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Pomene Ridge is a development of eight rustic houses positioned on a ridge on the north bank of the estuary. It has fantastic panoramic views of the estuary and surrounds and is a five minute walk from the beach.
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Area AttractionsFishing
A line of reefs running from Pomene Point in a northerly direction to Zambia Reef marks the edge of the continental shelf, beyond which the ocean floor falls away very rapidly. These reefs are all within easy boating distance of Pomene Ridge. For deep sea fishing a Tyga Cat boat can be hired by prior arrangement with Cathy on [email protected] .
On a receding spring tide at dawn or dusk, excellent surf fishing can be had at the mouth of the estuary. Caranx Ignobilis can be taken this way in November and December.
Pomene is one of the prime pelagic fishing venues on the Mozambique coast. Species frequently taken are King Mackerel, Queen Mackerel, Tuna (several species), Kingfish (several species) and Wahoo. However it is full of surprises. It is not unusual for 5 or 6 species to be caught on a mornings outing.
Sailfish are taken April through to June and Marlin may be caught from November through January.
Best fishing Months: November to January and mid March through June.
February tends to be oppressively hot and humid and windy conditions are encountered in August to mid October.
Assist us to preserve Pomene as a world class angling venue by limiting your catch to what you can eat during your stay. Catch and release whenever possible. It is illegal to export fish from Mozambique without a licence or to sell fish caught on holiday.
Birding
FlamingoThe broad range of habitats in the vicinity of the Ridge makes this an exciting (and hitherto unexplored) venue for birders. There are freshwater wetlands, inter tidal sandbars and mud flats, mangroves, dune forests and scrub, grasslands and river estuary. On pelagic trips spectacular concentrations of sea birds can be seen.
Zambia South reef is a famous dive site. Bring your own equipment or visit the dive centre at Pomene lodge across the estuary. See www.barraresorts.com
Snorkelers, don?t miss the downed timber in the estuary where an impressive variety of reef dwellers can be seen.
Exploring
Take a boat ride or a fishing ski up the river into the mangroves or across the bay to the rocks at the point. Look out for the crabs each habitat has its own species. Hike or cycle north along the beach or explore the back roads.
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