Dugong Beach Lodge is the classiest resort in Vilanculos. The plush chalets have king size four-poster bed and private outdoor shower. Each boasts a private deck. The two bedroom chalets have a private plunge pool. The small lodge has just 12 bungalows. Its located on a remote, untamed beach within the Vilanculos Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary, the first privately managed National Park in Mozambique. Family Travel Tips: Dugong Beach Lodge is a 40-minute boat trip from Vilanculos. It's far removed from shops, restaurants and manmade attractions. The food is good, not quite first-rate. Service is slow but always comes with a smile. There is no house reef. The nearest snorkeling is an hour away by boat.