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Azura Benguerra Island

Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique · National park

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Hotel
Luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate

Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.

Photo: Azura Boutique Retreats · Source ↗

All inclusive (AI)

All meals, Local beers and spirits and 10 more

20 rooms

Beach Villa, Luxury Beach Villa, Infinity Beach Villa and 3 more

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

via Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)

Wi-Fi in rooms

Solar power

From about A$1,360

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Azura Benguerra Island

Azura Benguerra Island is a boutique retreat on Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique, set within a protected Marine National Park. The property offers a collection of eco-friendly, locally hand-built beachfront villas, each featuring air conditioning, a private pool, Beach Sala, sunbathing deck, outdoor sofa and dining table, and a dedicated butler-host. Communal facilities include a restaurant, star bar, wine cellar, spa, PADI 5-star dive centre, library, and boutique. Dining is served in varied locations around the island, with menus based on fresh, seasonal produce.

Best for

FamiliesGroups

Your stay

What's included

Board: All inclusive (AI)

Special offer: Stay six nights and pay for five for travel until 15 December 2026, or from 11 January to 15 December 2027.

Included

  • All meals
  • Local beers and spirits
  • House wines
  • Soft drinks and bottled water
  • Daily sunset cocktail
  • Mozambican host service
  • First sunset dhow cruise
  • Kayaks and paddleboards
  • First island drive
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Try Scuba pool session
  • Medical evacuation insurance

Not included

  • Park fees
  • Transfers
  • Visas

Optional extras (at a cost)

  • Laundry
  • Gratuities

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Library
  • Wine cellar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Curio shop

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • Tea and coffee
  • Air-conditioning
  • Private pool
  • Private deck
  • Mini bar
  • Tea/coffee station
  • In-room WiFi

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • Beach Villa3 at the property · No extra bed available. · Private plunge pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, In-room WiFi
  • Luxury Beach Villa3 at the property · Private plunge pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, In-room WiFi
  • Infinity Beach Villa10 at the property · Private pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, In-room WiFi
  • Royal Beach Villa2 at the property · Private pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, In-room WiFi
  • Villa Amizade1 at the property · Private pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, In-room WiFi
  • Presidential Villa1 at the property · Private pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, In-room WiFi

Activities

Things to do

At extra cost

Horse riding

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)
  2. Transfer
  3. Azura Benguerra Island
How you arrive
By air · via Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)
Luggage
20 kg per person

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Single travellers
A single supplement applies
Accepted currencies
USD, MZN, ZAR, EUR
Dietary needs
Special diets catered for
Power
Solar power

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Good
  5. May: Good
  6. June: Good
  7. July: Good
  8. August: Good
  9. September: Good
  10. October: Good
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Very hot summer weather.

Very hot summer weather.

Apr

Good

Wildlife: Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C.

Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C.

May

Good

Wildlife: Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C.

Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C.

Jun

Good

Wildlife: Winter daily temperatures are around 26°C.

Winter daily temperatures are around 26°C.

Jul

Good

Wildlife: Winter daily temperatures are around 26°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Winter daily temperatures are around 26°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Aug

Good

Wildlife: Winter daily temperatures are around 26°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Winter daily temperatures are around 26°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Sep

Good

Wildlife: Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Oct

Good

Wildlife: Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Warm weather, with daily highs around 27°C; humpback whales pass through channels.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

Very hot summer weather; short showers can occur between November and February.

How we judge each month
  • Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.