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Bazaruto and the South Coast

The Bazaruto Archipelago consists of five sun soaked, tropical islands located some 30 kilometres off the coast of mainland Mozambique. The islands are reached by boat or light aircraft from the mainland town of Vilanculos, and their pristine beaches, tall palms and unspoilt nature have deservedly led to their being called “Crown Jewels of the Indian Ocean”.

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The main islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago are Bazaruto Island, Benguerra Island, Magaruque Island and Santa Carolina Island. Benguerra Island lies just off the coast of Mozambique, between Bazaruto and Magaruque. At 10km long and 5km wide, it’s the second largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago. Benguerra is famous for its stunning white sandy beaches, tropical vegetation and indigenous forest, while the coast is renowned for a sea that’s rich in coral and fish - superb for both scuba diving and big game fishing.

The whole of the archipelago falls within the Bazaruto Marine Reserve, which measures 1,400 km sq. and is one of the largest protected marine areas in the Indian Ocean. Its waters contain humpback whales, marlin, dolphins, manta rays, dazzling coral, five turtle species and one of world’s few viable populations of the endangered dugong.

At just over two hours by air from Johannesburg and half that time from the Kruger national park, these islands are a great place to wind down after a safari, and also make the perfect setting for an off-the-beaten-track Robinson Crusoe style honeymoon holiday.

The Bazaruto archipelago has some of the top properties in the country for both families and honeymooners with beautiful beaches and great diving and snorkelling. This is the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle...


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Bazaruto and the south coast, Mozambique

Sitting on the white sands of the Bengurra Island’s southern shore, Azura Marlin Beach offers just ten villas within reach of the reefs, sandbars and tropical waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago Marine National Park.

Azura Marlin Beach

Benguerra Island, Mozambique

Nestled within a canopy of forest with incredible Indian Ocean views, &Beyond Benguerra Island offers idyllic luxury and an abundance of island adventures amongst the towering sand dunes, inland lakes and pristine coral reefs.

&Beyond Benguerra Island

Benguerra Island, Mozambique

Azura Benguerra Island is a barefoot luxury eco-retreat in Mozambique’s incredible Bazaruto Islands. Spend your days at Azura Benguerra lazing on perfect beaches, snorkelling and diving, getting pampered at the spa, or joining a community project.

Azura Benguerra Island

Bazaruto and the south coast, Mozambique

The White Pearl Resort is a wonderfully remote and stylish beach lodge at Ponta Mamoli in southern Mozambique. With its stunning suites, pristine beaches and incredible diving, the White Pearl is utter paradise, and perfect for a romantic escape.

White Pearl Resorts

Bazaruto Islands, Mozambique

Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa is the archetypal tropical island paradise in Mozambique’s idyllic Bazaruto Islands. Anantara Bazaruto offers active couples and families a laid-back atmosphere, superb facilities and world-class diving.

Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa

Bazaruto Islands, Mozambique

Situated on Bazaruto Island, this lodge has 40 "A-frame" thatch-roof bungalows set amongst lush tropical gardens.

Pestana Bazaruto Lodge

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Benguerra Island

Whether you are looking to relax or to explore the seas, this is without doubt one of the best luxury Indian Ocean lodges – a favourite with Imagine Africa and number one on Trip Advisor out of all the hotels in Mozambique. Eco-boutique at its finest.

9 nights from $5913 per person Beach, Luxury, Diving

Mozambique Luxury Beach Itinerary

Sabi Sands Reserve, Kruger & Bazaruto, Mozambique

A stunning trip which combines the game rich Sabi Sand with the wild and beautiful beaches of Mozambique. Enjoy great hospitality and game viewing at Notten's Bush Camp followed by the gorgeous White Pearl Resort set on the southern Mozambique coast.

11 nights from $7045 per person Honeymoon, Beach, Luxury

Kruger and Southern Mozambique

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Quirimbas and the North Coast, Mozambique

Spend a day on a private sand bank island in the middle of the Indian Ocean and eat delicious seafood under a shady canopy with no one in sight. For honeymooners this is an ultimate experience and a great photo opportunity.

Sandbank Island Trip

Bazaruto and the south coast, Mozambique

A trip to Mozambique is not complete without trying your hand at some Deep Sea Fishing. Fishing is taken very seriously in Mozambique and the properties we recommend really do have all the kit and an amazing selection of boats.

Deep Sea Fishing in Mozambique

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