Mozambique lies along the south-eastern coastline of Africa and boasts 2000 kilometres of pristine coastline.  Formerly a Portuguese colony, it has once again become the playground of South African and overseas tourists who visit the turquoise waters of the Archipelago annually.

Benguerra Island is situated within this renowned Bazaruto Archipelago. 

The Bazaruto Archipelago

Opposite the coastal town of Vilanculos, lies a chain of five islands.  Once part of the mainland, this “spit” broke away from terra firma 25 000 years ago to form the Archipelago, comprising the islands of Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Banque and Santa Carolina.

Benguerra Island is approximately 55 square kilometres in extent, ensuring guests ample privacy within this idyllic paradise. The island, declared a National Park in 1971 sustains a diverse population of fauna and flora including forest, savannah and wetland eco-systems.

To maintain the ecology and social integrity of the Bazaruto National Park, a long-term "Multiple Resource Use" project for the Archipelago is underway.

Diving - To encourage visitors to enjoy pristine reefs where no coral bleaching has taken place, a fully equipped dive school with dive Master has been set up.  There are numerous dive venues available, including the well known Two-Mile Reef where superb opportunities exist to see many species of game and reef fish – and, of course, to view untouched corals.

Snorkelling - Superb, safe snorkelling can be indulged in on the inside of the reef.  There, the wide variety of bejewelled fish and extraordinarily shaped corals is breathtaking.

Big Game Fishing - King- queen- and spanish mackerel, kawakawa, kingfish, queenfish and sailfish can be caught.  Marlin season is from November to March.  A policy of "Catch and Release" is encouraged and all boats have the necessary equipment on board for tagging.

Saltwater Fly Fishing - The waters around Benguerra boast some of the finest saltwater fly fishing on the continent.  Fly fishers can pursue all the above game species, including the much sought after bonefish, which is occasionally caught deep fishing.

Mainland excursions - A trip to the historic town of Vilanculos can be arranged where you can stroll the old harbour and famous Donna Anna Hotel;  browse the local market in search of treasures and tease your palate with a local peri-peri dish.

Bird watching - As a result of the diverse habitats – coastal dunes, open grasslands, freshwater lakes, savannah and acacia woodlands - over 125 species of birds, including all the sea birds visit Benguerra island.  See if you too can spy the elusive crab plover.

Just plain relaxation - It is not, of course, necessary to do anything except lie under a beach umbrella, sipping away at an exotic beverage.  Without doubt, peace, solitude and serenity are still regarded by us as an integral part of our own island getaway.