Jan
Green seasonHot summer weather, with some rain and the possibility of gusty winds.
Azura Marlin Beach
Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique · National park
Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Resort
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, Selected drinks and 6 more
10 rooms
Beach Villa, Beach Villa Grande, Villa Vista
All ages welcome
Family rooms available
By air
10 min from Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)
Wi-Fi in rooms
From about A$1,110
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Azura Marlin Beach
Azura Marlin Beach places ten villas above the sand on Benguerra Island, within the Bazaruto Archipelago Marine National Park. Each has a shaded private deck, sea views and a dedicated butler-host. Beach Villa Grandes add private pools, while Villa Vista brings two en-suite bedrooms together with a lounge and pool for families or friends. The main restaurant, cocktail lounge and communal pool give guests space to gather between beach walks and ocean outings. All meals and selected drinks are included, along with a group sunset dhow cruise. Snorkelling, diving and fishing offer more active ways to explore the surrounding waters.
“Private decks, butler-host service and a choice of villas make this an easy island retreat for couples or families, with a communal pool and ocean adventures beyond the beach.”
Best for
HoneymoonersFamiliesLeisureGroups
Known for
What you can expect to see
Beachfront villas and ocean activities in the Bazaruto Archipelago, with humpback whales passing through from July to October.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Special offer: Stay six nights and pay for five for stays from 11 January to 15 December in 2026 or 2027. Two guests can stay for the price of one on stays of at least five nights from 1 November to 15 December 2026 or 11 January to 18 March 2027, and at least seven nights from 25 November to 15 December 2027.
Included
- All meals
- Selected drinks
- One group sunset dhow cruise per guest
- Use of kayaks and paddleboards
- Daily sunset cocktail
- Butler-host service
- Use of Peri Peri Beach Club
- EVAC medical insurance
Not included
- Park fees
- Transfers
- Visas
Helicopter transfers, airport taxes and visas are extra. The Bazaruto National Park Levy is USD15 per person per stay, including children, and is charged locally.
Optional extras (at a cost)
- Laundry
- Gratuities
Premium drinks, laundry, gratuities, fishing, diving, snorkelling, island hopping, horse riding, dugong spotting, seasonal whale watching, in-room massage, private dining, beach picnics and childminding are extra. Local extras attract 16% government tax.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Nanny service
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Curio shop
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- En-suite bathroom
- Air-conditioning
- Private deck
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee station
- In-room WiFi
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Beach Villa6 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 2 children · Additional beds · Private deck, Indoor and outdoor showers, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, Starlink WiFi
- Beach Villa Grande3 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 2 children · Additional sleeping arrangements in the indoor area · Private pool, Private deck, Indoor and outdoor showers, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, Starlink WiFi
- Villa Vista1 at the property · sleeps 4 adults and 4 children · Extra beds · Two en-suite villas, Private pool, Private deck, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, Starlink WiFi, Kitchen and bar
Activities
Things to do
At extra cost
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)
- 10 min transfer
- Azura Marlin Beach
- How you arrive
- By air · 10 min from Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)
- Transfers
- Arrive at Vilanculos International Airport for a ten-minute helicopter transfer to Azura Marlin Beach. There is no road access.
- 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
- Exclusive use
- Available
- Accepted currencies
- MZN, ZAR, EUR, USD
- Dietary needs
- Special diets catered for
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Green season
- February: Green season
- March: Green season
- April: Best time to visit
- May: Best time to visit
- June: Good
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Best time to visit
- October: Best time to visit
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Best time to visit
- Good
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Feb
Green seasonHot summer weather, with some rain and the possibility of gusty winds.
Mar
Green seasonHot summer weather, with some rain and the possibility of gusty winds.
Apr
Best time to visitWarm days and cooler evenings make this a popular period for an island stay.
May
Best time to visitWarm days and cooler evenings make this a popular period for an island stay.
Jun
GoodThe cooler part of the year still brings warm days and sea temperatures suitable for swimming.
Jul
GoodWildlife: Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
The cooler part of the year still brings warm days and sea temperatures suitable for swimming. Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
Aug
GoodWildlife: Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
The cooler part of the year still brings warm days and sea temperatures suitable for swimming. Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
Sep
Best time to visitWildlife: Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
Warm days and cooler evenings make this a popular period for an island stay. Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
Oct
Best time to visitWildlife: Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
Warm days and cooler evenings make this a popular period for an island stay. Humpback whales pass through the surrounding channels.
Nov
Green seasonVery hot summer days, with occasional short showers.
Dec
Green seasonVery hot summer days, with occasional short showers.
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 October 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.