In recent years there has been an increased interest in ‘ocean safaris’, where the most sought-after sighting is the elusive whale shark! These migratory gentle giants are hot property in the Indian Ocean, with many travellers scrambling to board a dive boat in the hope of their very own encounter. Here our Africa specialist Annie gives her rundown of the best places to go to catch a glimpse of one of these elusive creatures…
Azura at Quilalea is the archetypal Robinson Crusoe castaway retreat in northern Mozambique’s untouched Quirimbas islands. Small, chic, low key and full of lovely personal touches, Azura at Quilalea makes for the perfect chilled honeymoon escape.
Off the beaten track, with deserted beaches and romantic island lodges – Mozambique is an exciting and original destination for your luxury honeymoon.
The ultimate in luxury safari and beach, combining dramatic Big Five game viewing in Zambia with the high end paradise of Northern Mozambique’s exclusive beaches. A superb itinerary allowing you to experience the best of these incredible countries.
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Vamizi Island Lodge is situated on a pristine private island where you can enjoy peace and tranquillity combined with barefoot luxury. It is one of the last untouched wilderness areas on the Indian Ocean coast. Exclusivity is one of Vamizi Island's greatest assets and, as the only lodge on the island, it has the space to spread wide, so each villa amply commands its own part of the beach. The 13 villas - one or two bedroomed - are right on the shoreline, all with to-die-for views of the ocean. Both airy and generous - with over 170 square metres of timbered floor to pad about on, they have plenty of space for spreading beds, sofas, a marble shower and vanity area and outside, a sun deck. Vamizi Island is not about the ordinary five star stuff, so don't expect TVs or air conditioning - it's all about barefoot relaxation and rooms as open as they can be, to catch the natural breeze.
Sunshine, blue skies and temperatures averaging between 24°C and 27°C along the coast are the norm, except during the rainy summer season from about December/January through to April when everything gets soggy and sticky, and temperatures exceed 30°C in some areas.
The best time to visit is from May/June to November, during the cooler dry season.
Exclusive to Vamizi Island is the Vamizi Dhow - a beautiful, traditional wooden sailing vessel which will take guests on a timeless and fascinating journey through the islands and waters surrounding Vamizi.
A picnic lunch at the Lighthouse at Vamizi is an absolute must during your stay.
Diving at Vamizi is a very special experience, as Vamizi guests have the dive sites to themselves. With carpets of stunning fish, dramatic wall dives, unbleached coral as well as 15 dive sites there is plenty of choice for all levels of divers.
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.