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Escape completely at Ilha de Bazaruto, set within a protected marine park some 24 miles off Mozambique’s mainland. Guests can arrive via a complimentary 45-minute boat transfer, or opt for a charter flight (there’s even a private landing strip). Just 44 luxury villas dot these still untouched shores, where rolling sand dunes melt into azure waters favored by migrating humpback whales. Indulge in locallyinspired spa treatments, dive along protected reefs, swim with dolphins, try dune-boarding, or take a sunset cruise.

Restaurants & Bars

Clube Naval - Casual fare and an extensive selection of beverages invite all-day unwinding.

Golfinho Restaurant and Bar - Wake up to tantalising aromas, from freshly brewed coffee to pastries hot from the oven and for dinner, themed evenings feature Mozambican, Portuguese and Mediterranean cuisine.

Tartaruga - Wander to the deck for a lunch of fresh seafood, spiced with the flavours of the Portuguese and enjoy dinner on the beach, with tantalizing local dishes, as well as flame-grilled imported meats.