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Scattered across two hectares of wild coastal scrub, the main lodge feels refreshingly unpretentious. The open-air dining room flows seamlessly into a mezzanine reading nook, whilst the bar spills onto sunset-facing terraces perfect for evening aperitifs. Two swimming pools offer choices – the main infinity affair for serious swimming, or the bijou martini pool for cocktail-clutching contemplation. Open-air spa pavilions dot the property, and when the weather's perfect (which is most days), dinner moves to candlelit tables under the stars.

Six safari-style tented suites and two cottage suites prove that camping can be rather civilised. Each 55-square-metre canvas pavilion sits beneath traditional palm thatch, with polished concrete floors and clever design touches that blur indoor-outdoor living. Your private 60-square-metre deck comes equipped with that all-important plunge pool and sea views that'll have you cancelling morning plans. Expect king-sized beds swathed in mosquito nets, rainfall showers, and enough space to sprawl out without stepping on your partner's toes.

Traditional dhow trips to the Bazaruto islands remain the star attraction – think pristine sandbanks, snorkelling over coral gardens, and beach barbecues that stretch into the sunset. Back on the mainland, the 10-kilometre private beach beckons for endless strolls, whilst various operators can sort diving, deep-sea fishing, and kitesurfing adventures. Cultural enthusiasts can explore Vilanculos market on guided tours, or try their hand at traditional Mozambican cooking. For the wellness-inclined, daily spa treatments and yoga sessions ensure you'll leave feeling properly zen.