Anantara Medjumbe Private Island, Mozambique

Location

Set within the stunning Quirimbas archipelago, the one kilometre-long Medjumbe Private Island, fringed by pristine white sand beaches, is one of Mozambique's best-kept secrets. This exclusive island resort offers the ultimate barefoot luxury escape, where guests can be certain of unrivalled privacy and unparalleled levels hospitality in one of Africa's most idyllic beachside settings.

Accommodation

Medjumbe Private Island boasts 13 private beach chalets that blend into the pristine environment. Each chalet is elegantly furnished in crisp blues and whites, with air-conditioning and a full en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers. Outside each chalet, a private plunge pool with stunning Indian Ocean views provides relief from the tropical Mozambique heat and a hammock ensures ultimate relaxation, the Quirimbas way.

Dining

The island has a superb restaurant with a menu of local specialities and international dishes certain to please all palates, where guests can enjoy both inside and al fresco dining.

Sip cocktails in the bar area, or relax at the informal lounge where you can gaze out at paradise while you sip espressos, check your email (if you truly have to!), read or play games.

Facilities

The island has a swimming pool and loft with beautiful views across the Indian Ocean. Guests can enjoy a range of watersports including diving, snorkelling, fishing, waterskiing, hobie cats and sea kayaks, as well as romantic sunset cruises.