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Azura Benguerra Island
Benguerra Island, Inhambane, Mozambique · Independent · High Luxury
Opened in September 2007 as Mozambique's first luxury eco-boutique hotel, Azura Benguerra was hand-built by the local community using traditional methods. The resort operates as a community-based project within the Bazaruto Archipelago Marine National Park, ensuring that local islanders benefit directly through employment and social initiatives. Over the years, it has expanded its offering to include high-end amenities like the Peri Peri Beach Club while maintaining its commitment to environmental sustainability.
- 20 rooms
- Opened 2007
- Neighborhood: Vilankulo
History
Opened in September 2007 as Mozambique's first luxury eco-boutique hotel, Azura Benguerra was hand-built by the local community using traditional methods. The resort operates as a community-based project within the Bazaruto Archipelago Marine National Park, ensuring that local islanders benefit directly through employment and social initiatives. Over the years, it has expanded its offering to include high-end amenities like the Peri Peri Beach Club while maintaining its commitment to environmental sustainability.
Restaurants and bars
- Peri Peri Beach Club — Poolside · Mozambican cuisine
Experiences
- Island Hop — Explore the best of the Bazaruto Archipelago by boat.
- Diving — Enjoy some of the most sublime diving in Mozambique.
- Paradise Island — Snorkel and stroll on the beach on the smallest island in the archipelago.
- Sunset Dhow Cruise — See the island from a different perspective from a traditional sailing dhow.
- Fishing — Try your hand at catching Benguerra's iconic sailfish and marlin.
Amenities
- Private infinity plunge pools in every villa
- PADI 5 Star Dive Centre and training pool
- African-themed spa with signature treatments
- Personalized Mozambican butler-host service
- Peri Peri Beach Club with ocean-facing pool
- Destination dining in remote island locations
- Private beach
Awards
- Mozambique's Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2025 (World Travel Awards) (2025)
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