Forget everything you think you know about beach lodges. On a secluded section of powder-white sand north of Vilanculos, Italian couple Elena and Fabio have crafted something rather extraordinary. Their eight-suite retreat feels more like staying with impossibly stylish friends than checking into a hotel. With every suite boasting its own private pool and the Bazaruto Archipelago shimmering on the horizon, this fully inclusive hideaway strikes that perfect balance between barefoot luxury and genuine warmth. From the home-grown vegetables in your five-course dinner to the daily spa treatments, every detail whispers, "we've got this sorted".
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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.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
asDunas can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Mozambique trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Mozambique trips featuring asDunas or get advice and suggestions from one of our Mozambique specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at asDunas start from around $330, or US$330, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A small tropical town with a laidback lifestyle, traditional seaside charm and sparkling blue seas.
