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Azura at Quilalea
- Exclusive, tranquil uninhabited island
- Ideal for a romantic island getaway
- Excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities
- Situated in the Quirimbas Archipelago National Park
- Five star Mozambique lodge accommodation in spacious villas
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RE-OPENING 1 NOVEMBER 2011, finally the wait is over! The Bettany's have done it again, and this time its Quilalea Private Island. Azura at Quilalea is a hidden gem, somewhere to retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. As is the Azura trademark, the impeccable attention to detail has been paramount in the design, the finishes, and the overall wow factor of the island experience!
Situated in the famed Quirimbas Archipelago, Quillaea is an Eco boutique lodge and the area where its situated forms a fully protected marine sanctuary. The real commitment to the environment is evident with the lodges unique way of letting guests control their own energy consumption, through a wall switch in the villas. They can opt for either "ECO" or "LUX" thereby resulting in power for bare minimum requirements like lights and a fan or the luxury of all the mod cons including air conditioning.
Being a otherwise uninhabited island the lodge is made up of a mere 9 villas which can accommodate a lucky 18 guests. Entirely furnished from natural materials, from the thatched roofs to the sun loungers on private decks. There are 4 Sunrise Villas and 4 Sunset Villas with the premium spot being Villa Quilalea, as the name suggests its the most astounding accommodation in the Archipelago, and features a private plunge pool, dressing room, outdoor shower and its own separate sitting and dining area. All villas are literally just a few steps from the beach! The whole lodge is also available on a private basis for those wanting total privacy and seclusion.
The 'public areas' in the lodge are chill zones - and fitted with the state of the art equipment. There is also a newly revamped Padi Dive and Watersports Center, as well as a TV and media room for those who want to stay in touch. What could make this absolute paradise even more special... Cliff Top African Spa, here guests are offered signature treatments, keeping with the theme of the lodge, ingredients are all traditional and clients can lay back and enjoy being gently massaged head to toe with ground up coconut shells and warm marula oils!
Activities are literally endless, and with the tropical climate you can enjoy hours outdoors. Whether you choose to play above on beneath the waves there is something for everyone, from an island Boabab nature walk to sea kayaking, Island hopping and remote beach picnics to snorkelling and deep sea fishing.
While the island has no local population, this does not mean there aren't plenty of otherwise "submerged locals" ! The waters surrounding this stunning island is just as beautiful as the property itself. Turtles and Dolphins are spotted all year round with Humpback Whales journeying to the warm waters in mid July through to October.
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Facilities & Amenities |
- Beachside location and views
- Covered private decks
- A pool
- His and hers indoor and outdoor showers
- King size beds with oversize mosquito nets
- Air-conditioning and fans
- Large bathrooms, panoramic bath and separate toilet
- Daybeds and sun loungers
- Mini bar and tea / coffee refreshment center
- Media & Tv Room
- PADI Dive and water sports center
- Cliff Top Uniquely African Spa
- Wine Cellar (perfect for private diners)
- Boutique Store
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- Superb diving and snorkelling experiences, the reefs around the island provide some of the best unexplored diving in the world.
- Sport fishing and deep-sea angling are offered outside the protected sanctuary.
- Take a trip back in time to the ancient forts and mansions of nearby Ibo Island
- Diverse flora and fauna on the island contribute to amazing nature walks
- Turtles breeding and nesting site
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- Cliff-top African Spa
- Beach picnics / private dining experiences
- Island Baobab nature walk
- Mangrove Kayaking on nearby Sencar Island
- Scuba Diving and scuba diving courses
- Snorkelling and guided snorkelling trips
- Deep sea fishing
- Sea kayaking
- Dhow sailing
- Dhow Sunset Cruise
- Island hopping and remote beach picnics
- Cultural visits including nearby historic Ibo Island
- Tours of the working coconut plantation on Quirimba Island and the local village
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- Cuisine at Quilalea is focused around the natural produce available locally, in line with the island’s ‘Eco Ethos’. Lots of fresh fish and seafood dominate the menu, with dining a relaxed and laid back affair.
- Guests receive Azura’s trademark Mozambican Butler/Host service, where they try to make the dining experiences different through a range of unique and special venues and set-ups.
- Should you have particular dietary requirements it is advisable to alert the us as far in advance as possible, as some specialist ingredients may take time for us to procure
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- For the wine connoisseur, there is a wine cellar stocked with fine wines
from the owner’s 5 estates, as well as wines from Azura’s own Chateau
flown in from France’s Loire Valley. The wine cellar makes an excellent
venue for a more formal private dining experience.
- There is also a cash bar available
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- Accommodation in sea facing villas
- All meals including main beach dinners
- Local beers & spirits, selection of house wines,
- Soft drinks, tea & coffee, water
- Sunset cocktail of the day
- Mozambican Butler/Host Service
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Use of kayaks
- Baobab walking trails
- Honeymoon Turndown on last evening
- Laundry Service
- EVAC Medical Insurance from Pemba
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- Visas if required (available on arrival at Pemba)
- Premium spirits, cocktails, wines and champagnes
- Guided/specialist activities, fishing, boat hire, motorized snorkeling
- Island hopping, dhow sailing, scuba diving and scuba courses
- Special private dining events and beach picnics
- Spa treatments
- Personal gifts and staff gratuities
- National Park fees & optional Rainbow Fund contribution
- 17% government tax is charged on all extras
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- Bathing suits, sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen, torch, kikoys or wraps and shoes for the beach (that can get wet e.g. flip flops).
- Batteries or chargers for cameras, phones etc. we provide electrical convertors.
- Flip-flops or sandals are useful for walking about in the day, and for beach dinners in the evenings. A lower heel/wedges in the evenings is also manageable as there are pathways to all villas.
- American Express is not used in Mozambique, so if you are likely to pay using a credit card, we suggest you bring along a Visa or Mastercard
- Please bring along any diving certification cards. It is now possible to undertake the theory part of a PADI qualification on-line with the practical dives completed on site.
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Closest major airport is Pemba. Reach Pemba from Johannesburg using SA Airlink or Mozambique Airlines. There is then a light aircraft flight to Quirimba Island, a short scenic drive across the coconut plantation, followed by a max 20 min boat ride to Quilalea private island. There is always deep water access at the main beach at Quilalea, but a walk through water is needed at Quirimba Island except at high tide. Quirimba transfer $30pp each way.
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Children are welcome in the Sunrise and Sunset Villas at Azura at Quilalea, and the marine paradise offers numerous possibilities for children and families. We ask that guest privacy always be respected, and younger children may be asked to dine earlier or in villa.
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- Rates are dependent on season and subject to change without notice
- We accept MasterCard and Visa cards. In accordance with International & Mozambican Credit Card Banking Laws, guests wishing to settle their accounts with Credit Card will be processed in Meticas (Mozambican currency) even though prices are quoted in US Dollars.
- Guests will be charged 17% Mozambique tax on top of any credit card payments
- We do not take AMEX/Diners Cards or travellers cheques.
- Cash is also accepted.
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