The coastal town of Vilanculos is the gateway to Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago - a chain of four large islands: Bazaruto, Benguerra, Santa Isobel and Santa Carolina (formerly known as Paradise Island).

Strung out in the Indian Ocean, the two smaller islands are uninhabited, while the others have a few small villages scattered amongst wild orange and cashew nut trees. These are places to relax, to escape and to explore. A marine national park covers most of the archipelago, protecting the exquisite marine life in these turquoise seas.

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On the mainland, a short boat transfer from Vilanculos town, you'll find Dugong Lodge - a good value lodge for simple relaxation.

On Bazaruto Island, the largest in the archipelago, you'll find the substantial Indigo Bay Island Resort, complete with smooth paths and small golf carts for moving luggage (and sometimes guests) between the rooms. At the northern tip of the island is the excellent, but often under-rated, Bazaruto Lodge.

On the smaller, more populated, Benguerra Island you'll find the well-establish Benguerra Lodge, as well as the impressive walkways and stilted chalets at Marlin Lodge.


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