If you’ve missed the boat on booking a festive season getaway, there are still plenty of ways to make your Mozambique escape a reality. Why not:
🌴 Sneak away in November or early December before the holiday rush?
🌴 Start the New Year with sun, sea, and serenity in January or February?
Some of our top picks for these months:
Anantara Bazaruto – elegance on a wild, beautiful island.
Azura Benguerra Island – sophisticated luxury with a castaway soul.
Machangulo Beach Lodge – barefoot bliss on a secluded peninsula.
… and many other exclusive Mozambican resorts across our portfolio.
Anantara Bazaruto
Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort offers an exclusive retreat on Ilha de Bazaruto, a paradise of rolling sand dunes, pristine beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Just 30 km off the mainland, this private island sanctuary is alive with natural wonders — from swimming with dolphins to witnessing the annual humpback whale migration. Guests can unwind in luxurious villas, set sail at sunset, and immerse themselves in one of Mozambique’s last untouched treasures.
Stay in a Beach Villa from R 44 230.00 per person for 5 nights, including return flights between Johannesburg and Vilanculos
Includes:
- Return flights between Johannesburg and Vilanculos on direct Airlink flights
- Return transfers from Vilanculos to Bazaruto island by boat (± 45 minutes)*
- A welcome cocktail on arrival at Hotel
- Accommodation at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort for 5 x nights
- Three meals per day
- Selected House Wines, Local Beers & Spirits; Bottled water; Tea & coffee; Soft drinks
- All non-motorised watersports
- Complimentary daily snorkelling at Neptune’s Nursery
- One authentic dhow cruise per person
- A 60 minute spa treatment per adult
- Emergency Medical Evacuation
Terms and conditions apply | Valid for travel until 20 December 2025 | SADC Special Rates
Azura Benguerra
Azura Benguerra Island is a secluded paradise where eco-friendly sophistication meets barefoot luxury. Hand-built by the local community, its collection of beachfront villas combines modern comforts with authentic Mozambican flair. Each villa features a private pool, sun deck, and dedicated butler-host, ensuring the perfect balance of privacy and personalised service. With turquoise views at every turn, this is an island escape designed for pure indulgence.
2 children stay free when sharing a villa with 2 parents!
Stay in an Infinity Beach Villa from
R 42 800.00 per person (for a family of 4: 2 adults, 2 children under 16) for 5 nights, including return flights between Johannesburg and Vilanculos
Includes:
- Return flights from Johannesburg to Vilanculos on direct Airlink flights
- Return helicopter transfers from Vilanculos to Azura
- Accommodation at Azura Benguerra Island Retreat for 5 x nights
- Three meals per day
- Selected House Wines, Local Beers & Spirits; Bottled water, tea/coffee & soft drinks
- Sunset cocktail of the day served to Sala
- Weekly speciality Gin Bar
- Use of Peri Peri Beach Club
- Mozambique Host / Butler Service
- A Scenic Island drive
- A sunset Dhow Cruise
- Use of snorkelling equipment, kayaks & paddle boards
- Try Scuba Pool Session
- Wifi access in public areas
- Star gazing
- EVAC Medical Insurance
Terms and conditions apply | Valid for travel between 25 November and 20 December 2025 | SADC Special Rates
Machangulo Beach Lodge
Machangulo Beach Lodge, set on a secluded peninsula in southern Mozambique, blends barefoot luxury with untouched African beauty. Surrounded by five marine and nature reserves, it’s a true beach paradise teeming with adventure and tranquillity. With a spa, dive centre, and a wide range of family-friendly activities, guests can explore, unwind, and reconnect in equal measure. Easily accessible yet wonderfully unspoiled, Machangulo is Mozambique at its most magical.
Stay for 6 nights or more and get one night free!
Stay in an Ocean View Chalet from R 23 100.00 per person for 6 nights, including return flights between Johannesburg and Maputo
Includes:
- Direct flights from Johannesburg to Maputo with Airlink
- Return transfer from Airport to Maputo Marina
- Return boat transfers from Maputo Marina to Machangulo Beach Lodge (approx. 75 min)
- Accommodation at Machangulo Beach Lodge for 5 x nights in an Ocean View Chalet
- Dinner & breakfast daily
- Filtered drinking water
- High-speed WiFi internet service throughout the lodge
- Non-motorised activities (kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, snorkelling and one guided dune walk)
Terms and conditions apply | Valid for travel from 13 January – 13 December 2026 | SADC Special Rates
