Bahia Mar Projects
Bahia Mar, not just an hotel...
With an ethos of responsible tourism, Bahia Mar works to meet the many challenges of running a hotel in this fairly remote area of Mozambique, with its developing infrastructure. Most members of our team comes from Vilankulo. We invest in them through English classes, first aid and fire safety training, and wellbeing sessions, and we support community projects including the Bonguili pre-school, seahorse protection with the Mangalisse fishing community, and the ParCo beach clean team.
We buy from Vilankulo businesses wherever we can, and our fish comes directly from local fishing families.
Our waste is separated into glass, plastic, metal, paper and organic waste and collected by a specialist contractor for recycling and composting. Our gardens are planted mainly with indigenous coastal species. Guests are welcome to join in, and many do: every stay funds an indigenous tree, and some guests join our beach clean-ups.
Bahia Mar is proud to be the only hotel in Mozambique certified by Fair Trade Tourism (FTT). Since 2014, independent auditors have checked our operations against the FTT Standard, covering fair wages and working conditions, community benefit and environmental management.
Community Pre-schooling Support
Saving Seahorses:
A Community-Led Conservation Effort
Growing change
One Guest = One Tree
Restoring the land
One Visit at a Time
Love Our Beach:
Local Action for a Cleaner Coast
Valued Partners
ParCo
ParCo envisions a world where local communities affected by economic and environmental injustices are empowered to shape their own paths toward justice, biodiversity, and sustainable prosperity. To achieve this, their mission is to support local communities in developing solutions to environmental and social challenges.
ParCo from “Parceiros Comunitarios” (Portuguese for Community Partners) formed and now works across all coastal communities in Vilankulo in the areas of social protection, recycling, eco-tourism, health rights, conservation fisheries management, environmental education, early childhood development, responsible tourism and more.
Trees4Moz
Trees4Moz are dedicated to the vital mission of restoring the devastated regions of Northern Mozambique.
Once a haven for wildlife, these areas are now experiencing a remarkable revival as nature makes its comeback.
Join us in efforts to rejuvenate Mozambique’s lush greenery and safeguard its rich biodiversity!
Pack For Purpose
Pack for a Purpose is a remarkable organization that empowers travelers to a positive impact in the communities they visit. By packing essential supplies for local schools, health clinics, and other organizations, travelers can contribute to meaningful change while exploring new destinations. This initiative only supports those in need but also fosters a deeper connection between visitors and the communities they engage with. Join movement and help make a difference with your next adventure!
Fair Trade Tourism
Fair Trade Tourism (FTT) is an organization dedicated to promoting responsible and sustainable tourism practices. It works to that local communities benefit from tourism, fostering economic growth while preserving cultural heritage and the environment. By supporting fair trade principles, FTT helps travelers make informed choices contribute to positive social and environmental impacts. Discover how you can travel responsibly with Fair Trade Tourism.