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This remote retreat sits on miles of pristine white sands within the Bazaruto National Marine Park.
Arrive by helicopter to an island of unspoilt sands, swaying palms and towering dunes, hemmed by glistening waters and sandbar specks… this is a truly special destination. The mineral-rich waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago provide habitat year-round to turtles, dolphins and the rare dugong, as well as humpback whales (mid-June to mid-October) and whale sharks (December to March). Azura’s resort is super stylish and luxurious, but it’s authentic too, with a strong sense of place and culture. Benguerra is the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago and is a working island – Azura shares its home with one other hotel and a friendly subsistence farming community. A 4x4 drive around the island to see the local houses and village bar is a must.
Why we love Azura Benguerra
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Each villa has its own private pool, sunbathing deck and butler service
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You'll be staying close to Two Mile Reef, renowned for its excellent diving and snorkelling
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The well-stocked wine cellar features a selection of the owners’ wines flown in from their chateau in the Loire Valley.
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One of the main philosophies at the hotel is to try and never eat in the same place twice
Rooms
Thatched villas use traditional Mozambique materials to create a chic modern design. All villas are secluded in vegetation just a few steps from the beach and each has a Mozambican butler host. Like all of Mozambique’s southern beaches, the beach is tidal, but as every villa here has its own private plunge pool you’ll be able to take a dip at any time of day. For the best views and a larger plunge pool, opt for an Infinity Beach Villa.
Facilities
For dining, the focus is on simple, fresh cuisine which lets the quality do the talking. Guests' Mozambican hosts take pride in creating innovative destination dining – think breakfasts at the water’s edge and romantic dinners on a washed-ashore dhow, surrounded by candles.
Jelly Fish Restaurant
Where you can enjoy breakfast and dinner. For meals, the chefs focus on what is fresh and available at the time, using light and simple ingredients and lots of fresh fish and seafood.
Star Bar
Refreshments can be enjoyed in the hotel's vibrant bar.
During the day we can arrange private picnics on Paradise Island and private dining can be arranged at your villa or in the wine cellar.
What's Included
All Inclusive • All meals including main beach dinners • Selected drinks including local beers and spirits, house wines, soft drinks • Sunset cocktail of the day • 4x4 island drive • Sunset dhow cruise • Use of beach bikes, snorkelling equipment, kayaks and paddleboards • Wi-Fi in public areas • Children’s activities.
Head out on the signature island hop experience with snorkelling followed by a picnic lunch on a private island or cycle along the shore on specially-designed beach bikes. In the evening, settle into a bean bag for stargazing.
Take a 20-minute boat trip to go snorkelling or diving at Two Mile Reef where you may encounter manta rays, turtles and dugongs. Whales can often been seen off the coastline from July to October.
As part of the privately-owned Azura collection which places an emphasis on 'giving back', the resort works in partnership with the community on aspects such as sustainable fishing and building projects – like the village school.
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