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Beach, please!
Today has been tough as we have spent some of the morning selecting our top island and beach getaways, what we would do to be at some of these places right now.
Azura Quilalea – Mozambique
Azura Quilalea, a private island in Mozambique Is a dazzling Indian Ocean escape. With 9 open plan and spacious seafront villas to form the accommodation on this untouched archipelago marine sanctuary. All of the villas have their own energy control system whereby guests can take control of their own eco-footprint. An excellent spot for watersports especially diving and snorkeling with plenty of marine life just off the beach and land based activities include beach dinners, cultural trips and relaxing spa treatments.
Fundu Lagoon – Pemba, Tanzania
Fundui Lagoon is a small boutique hotel on Pemba Island, just a plane or boat ride away from Zanzibar. With 18 tented safari style rooms that look out over the Indian ocean, Fundu is a remote, peaceful place to take in the islands natural surroundings. Pemba features some of the best snorkeling and diving sites in Africa but guests can also enjoy wakeboarding, windsurfing, kayaking and fishing.
Miavana – Madagascar
Miavana is set on approximately 37,000 acres on Nosy Ankao in northern Madagascar and it took 4 years to build this impressive eco resort, the island consists of 14 luxury villas and the main village. The incredible biodiversity of the island means the activities are unrivalled and nature packed- Lemur treks, snorkel or scuba dive in the warm crystal clear Indian ocean water, Kite surf, Fly fish for giant trevally, paddle board, walk through the forests, witness turtles laying eggs in the sand, boat trips to see whales and manta rays or pamper yourself in the luxury spa.
Azura Benguerra – Mozambique
Azura Benguerra is Mozambique’s first eco -friendly resort and was built by the local community using locally sourced building materials. All of the 20 beach villas have their own personal plunge pool and it’s a great place for a family getaway as well as a very romantic honeymoon destination. Paddle boarding, diving, snorkeling, dhow sailing cruises and even salt water fly fishing are some of the activities on offer.
Vamizi Island – Mozambique
A small island off the Mozambique’s north coast and part of the Quirimbas Archipelago is a marine paradise where 180 different species of coral and more than 300 species of reef fish have been recorded, the diving is unrivalled and an absolute must if visiting. The villas are large and modern but still have the barefoot beach chic island feel about them, Vamizi is a paradise and when you are there it really does feel like it’s all yours.
Six Senses Zil Pasyon – Seychelles
Six senses Zil Pasyon is located on Félicité, a private island with 30 pool villas and is a year round private and secluded destination. The resort boasts locally inspired decor and panoramas of the Indian Ocean. A choice of restaurants and bars are available for guests to choose from, the cuisine of the Seychelles is an eclectic mix of cultures- a delight for the palette. Experiences include island hopping by boat, nature trails and scenic helicopter tours to name a few.
Mnemba island – Tanzania
Mnemba is a single small island located 4.5 km off Zanzibar island surrounded by an atoll of coral reefs and wonderful dive site. The island has 10 beach bandas with large outdoor verandah’s looking onto the blindingly white beaches. Mnemba is unpretentious, romantic and private with exciting activities and bottlenose dolphins that frequent the island year round, this is a perfect little island escape.
Thanda Island – Tanzania
An exclusive paradise island getaway situated in its own marine reserve, Thanda Island has a luxury villa (5 en-suite bedrooms) and 2 traditional Tanzanian bandas. The perks of visiting the island are you get your own Executive Head Chef, Butlers, Hostess, Housekeepers, Cocktail Barman, Boatmen, Snorkelling Guide, Dive Instructor, Fishing Guide and Spa Therapist. It’s your Private Island, Coral Reef and Villa.
Fanjove Island – Tanzania
Situated in the Kilwa region off the Tanzania coast this private island is deliciously natural and pure with superb sandy beaches and interesting wildlife. This 6 room lodge is small and simple but has incredible marine life and thousands of nesting migrant birds and turtles at certain times of year as well as humpback whales. You can have the whole island to yourself, what more could you ask for?
North Island – Seychelles
This abundant island epitomizes freedom and privacy with its large granite peaks and untouched beaches its unbeatable. With 11 villas this private luxury hideaway oozes elegance and class. Choose from a selection of dining options, bars and private beaches as well as a variety of activities and watersports. North island is the perfect romantic getaway.
Xanadu – Tanzania
A relaxing beach escape Xanadu has 6 uncompromising villas built in the Arab/ Swahili style and the lodge has its own private beach. The cuisine is inspired by the Swahili culture and served in gorgeous open sea breeze spaces. Xanadu offers an array of cultural excursions and watersports and if that’s not your thing you can relax on the beach or in the Spa.