Azura is Mozambique’s hot new arrival. Situated on the stunning Benguerra Island within the Bazaruto Archipelago, eyes are astounded by the miles of pure white sand, tranquil turquoise seas, swaying palms, endless sunshine and star-studded nights.

This ethical boutique retreat opened in October 2007 and offers exquisitely designed villas, private pools, superb cuisine, in-villa African spa treatments, watersports centre and your own private villa host to service every request.

Azura has blended modern designer chic with all that is traditional in Mozambique. This includes beautifully carved beams, polished wooden floors and traditional artwork faultlessly finished off with the creature comforts of a five star boutique hotel - pure indulgence in an incredible setting.

The accommodation includes 14 spacious beach villas all just a stones throw from the beach. Each villa features air conditioning, private villa host, double outdoor showers, huge bath, outdoor Sala for lazy afternoons, private sundeck for tanning beneath the palms and a sparkling infinity pool for cooling off. Nestled amidst the indigenous trees and bushes, each villa offers you your own private sanctuary for the ultimate in relaxation.

A key focus at Azura Mozambique is the cuisine. The main fine dining restaurant offers magnificent uninterrupted views out to sea. Our top international chef combines the freshest local ingredients (largely freshly caught seafood delicacies) with contemporary style and flair. The array of irresistible signature dishes will not disappoint, and nor will the accompanying fine wines, including those flown in from the owners chateau in France’s Loire Valley.

If you desire some extra pampering then you need look no further than our highly qualified team of spa therapists offering uniquely African spa treatments based on local ingredients and traditions. Each treatment takes place in the comfort of your own private villa where you may opt for being rubbed down with ground coconut shells or diamond dust, covered head to toe with tamarind and aloe, or gently massaged with warm marula oil. The spa will be the perfect place for you to relax and wile away the hours, where nothing is hurried, giving you the time to take in the aromas, sounds and sights that surround you.

Activities at Azura Mozambique focus around the alluring ocean and our team of experts are here to show you some of the best snorkelling, scuba diving, salt water fly fishing and big game fishing in the world - all on your doorstep. You can also learn to sail on Azura’s traditional 40ft dhow, cruise to deserted beaches, swim with dolphins that regularly visit the beach, or track down hump back whales on their migration.

Azura Mozambique allows you the freedom to do as much as you like or nothing at all. Laze in the sun or walk the miles of beach, gaze at the dunes or climb them, swim with dolphins or learn about them, watch the dhows sail by or see the sun set from one, fish for big game or help the fishermen by eating their catch, feel part of the environment or help us save it.

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