Benguerra Island, Mozambique

For an exotic conclusion to your African sojourn, or as an ideal luxury getaway, spend a little R&R time at Benguerra Island, Mozambique. &Beyond luxury accommodation offers guests light and airy casinhas and cabanas, and languid hours spent on silky white pristine beaches. Guest rooms peep out among tropical forest offering views of the beach. With a distinct nod to both African and the Mozambican coastline's Portuguese heritage, &Beyond Benguerra Island is undoubtedly the most exclusive destination in the Bazaruto Archipelago.

Highlights

Snorkelling at Two-Mile Reef, helicopter sightseeing tours over the Bazaruto Archipelago, traditional dhow cruises, scuba diving, fly and deep sea fishing, horse riding, castaway picnics, island expeditions, and catamaran cruises.

Itinerary

Day 01: Vilanculos > Benguerra Island

On arrival at Vilanculos Airport, check-in for your 10-minute helicopter transfer to Benguerra Island.

An exquisite piece of paradise in the middle of the Indian Ocean, andBeyond Benguerra Island is a magical destination where time stands still and legends come to life. Here authentic African character and charm blend with echoes of distant history in a lodge that cherishes the simplicity of tradition, while celebrating the Arabic influence of its past. Quaint casitas overlook silver sands lapped by turquoise waters where rare dugong call to life ancient tales of mermaids and mariners. The second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago, andBeyond Benguerra Island offers pristine beaches, unspoiled coral reefs teeming with marine life and excellent catch and release fishing opportunities. Simple, yet elegant, ten casitas and two cabanas are tucked into a shady forest on the edge of a pristine beach. Private decks boast cool plunge pools and sheltered gazebos. Spacious bedrooms include en suite bathrooms and open air showers, while casitas also offer a generous private lounge.

Days 02 & 03 Benguerra Island

Enjoy the facilities of the stunning andBeyond Benguerra Island Resort. Activities Included: Sea kayaking, sunset dhow cruise, scheduled snorkelling trip, island expedition & local village tour (subject to availability and weather conditions). Optional (at additional cost) scuba diving, salt water fly and deep sea fishing, horse riding, and castaway picnics.

The warm Indian Ocean waters of Benguerra are host to an exotic array of colourful marine life and there are a number of pristine coral reefs within easy reach of the island. Divers may encounter devil rays or sting rays gliding along the sea bottom, while leatherback, loggerhead and green turtles are all found here.

Day 04: Benguerra > Vilanculos

Helicopter transfer to Vilanculos to check-in for onward flights.

Prices are based on the lowest season available - in a cabana accommodation. Ask your Travel Specialist for a cost based on your intended travel dates.

Travel Dates

Specific travel dates apply

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