Bazaruto Archipelago
This collection of six sandy islands stretches north along the coast from Vilanculos. The largest of these is the elongated Bazaruto, around…
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Mozambique Holidays
Rustic African charm meets the tropical brilliance of the Indian Ocean. Our knowledgeable experts can treat you to the true Mozambique experience – whether that’s on land or on the sea.
With a coastline stretching more than 2,000 kilometres, most of which lies between the equator and the Tropic of Capricorn, Mozambique benefits from some of the best beaches on the Indian Ocean.
Quiet, relaxed and largely overlooked, the underdeveloped interior is sparsely populated and linked by crumbling infrastructure. This adds a backwards charm to much of the country. The coastline is more accessible, but still home to little more than a smattering of rustic fishing villages.
What to expect on your Mozambique holiday
Mozambique’s tropical beaches benefit from this forgotten, desert-island ambience, with vast tranches of coastline remaining almost untouched by modern tourism. These stretches are interspersed with idyllic archipelagos, fantastic diving and handful of high-end retreats that offer total seclusion.
The archipelagos
Amongst these ocean escapes, it is the landscapes of the Quirimbas and Bazaruto archipelagos that stand out. The former lies in the northern part of the country, close to Pemba, whilst the latter is positioned more centrally, accessible via the quiet town of Vilanculos.
Both offer a scattering of sand-ringed tropical islands, with occasional mangroves tangled amongst ocean waters. They lie in coral-rich seas that shimmer turquoise under the Mozambican sun – perfect for diving, snorkelling and fishing. Secluded and unspoilt, these islands are timeless tropical gems where escape and exploration are the only distractions.
Some ideas for a Mozambique holiday
- Explore the Quirimbas Archipelago, offering superb diving and fishing, on a dhow safari
- Discover the old colonial Portuguese town and fort on Ibo Island
- Charter a catamaran and spend several days diving and fishing off St. Lazarus Bank
- Travel with the entire family and escape to the exclusive villa of Colina Verde, on the Machangulo Peninsula
- Retreat to the secluded Bazaruto Archipelago and spend time at beachside villas on Benguerra Island
- Freedive with dolphins off the southern beaches, accompanied by champion freediver Hanli Prinsloo
Explore Mozambique
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Bazaruto Archipelago
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Quirimbas Archipelago
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Southern Mozambique
Experiences
Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.
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Mozambique
Dhow Safari through the Quirimbas Archipelago
Snorkel off deserted white sandbanks, swim in clear warm waters and sleep in mobile fly camps on the beaches of the Quirimbas Archipelago in Mozambique. This fantastic island-hopping dhow adventure takes you to the wildest parts of this unspoilt marine reserve.
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Mozambique
Quirimbas Archipelago Yacht Charter
Dive and fish the rich waters of the Quirimbas Archipelago, in northern Mozambique. Setting off from idyllic Ibo Island, with its colourful history, sail to St. Lazarus Bank aboard a beautiful 12-metre-long sailing catamaran. Explore this fascinating underwater landscape – alive with…
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Mozambique
Private Retreat on Bazaruto Island
Miles of white sandy beach stretches out along Mozambique’s idyllic Bazaruto Archipelago. On Benguerra Island, Azura Benguerra offers a chic beach retreat that epitomises barefoot luxury. Surrounded by the warm Indian Ocean, spend a week snorkelling over coral, walking along golden dunes…
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Mozambique
Dhow Safari through the Quirimbas Archipelago
Snorkel off deserted white sandbanks, swim in clear warm waters and sleep in mobile fly camps on the beaches of the Quirimbas Archipelago in Mozambique. This fantastic island-hopping dhow adventure takes you to the wildest parts of this unspoilt marine…
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Mozambique
Quirimbas Archipelago Yacht Charter
Dive and fish the rich waters of the Quirimbas Archipelago, in northern Mozambique. Setting off from idyllic Ibo Island, with its colourful history, sail to St. Lazarus Bank aboard a beautiful 12-metre-long sailing catamaran. Explore this fascinating underwater landscape –…
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Mozambique
Private Retreat on Bazaruto Island
Miles of white sandy beach stretches out along Mozambique’s idyllic Bazaruto Archipelago. On Benguerra Island, Azura Benguerra offers a chic beach retreat that epitomises barefoot luxury. Surrounded by the warm Indian Ocean, spend a week snorkelling over coral, walking along…
Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Mozambique
Machangulo Beach Lodge
Tucked away in southern Mozambique on the very edge of Machangulo Peninsula is Machangulo Beach Lodge. With a lagoon on one side and the ocean on the other, the lodge overlooks the channel that runs between…
Mozambique
White Pearl Resorts
White Pearl Resorts is on the south-east coast of Mozambique, just north of the South Africa/Mozambique border. This beachside escape is nestled in a sheltered white-sand bay. The 21 stylish white suites have private plunge pools,…
Mozambique
Azura Quilalea Private Island
Exclusively located on a private island within the Quirimbas Archipelago, its nine seafront villas are open plan and spacious with natural furnishings and pure African elegance. There are three categories to choose from: four Kaskazi Villas…
Mozambique
&Beyond Benguerra Island Lodge
Benguerra Lodge is on the north-west side of Benguerra Island, just nine miles offshore from mainland Mozambique. Looking out onto the calm waters of an isolated bay, sheltered within a canopy of pine trees, the panoramic…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Illona Cross
Born in a small South African town, I have always followed my passion for nature and discovery. After studying Nature Conservation in Pretoria, I was one of the first women to complete a very tough cadetship in the Natal Parks Board. It was here where I cut my teeth in African wildlife management.
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