Namibia Namib Desert
Mozambique Bazaruto Archipelago
andBeyond Benguerra Island
andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
The second largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, Benguerra offers exceptional opportunities to explore some of the best of Mozambique’s magnificent marine life and experience an abundance of island adventures that includes dhow cruises, diving, snorkelling and exhilarating catch-andrelease deep-sea fishing.
Surrounded by rugged mountains and the magical sand dunes of the Namib Desert, andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is the ultimate escape. An oasis of peace and comfort in the midst of the world’s oldest desert, the lodge offers a cosy and comfortable refuge in the vastness of this strange and beautiful land.
Warm and intimate, light and airy island, andBeyond Benguerra Island is a tropical paradise tucked into a lush indigenous forest. Simple, yet elegant, ten casitas, two cabanas and the three bedroom casa familia are tucked into a shady forest on the edge of a pristine beach with direct ocean vistas.
At sunset, animals are drawn to a nearby waterhole, enhancing desert sundowner drinks. A state-of-the-art observatory and resident astronomer provide insight into the magnificent constellations of this African Dark Sky Reserve.
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Features at a Glance
Features at a Glance
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10 casitas, 2 cabanas and 1 casa familia Private plunge pools and a lodge pool Dive Centre & Snorkeling Swimming and boat access directly off the beach even at low tide Beautiful beach walks Situated in a national park with outstanding marine and birdlife Home to the rare dugong Exceptional game fishing and fly fishing destination Horse riding and island expeditions Dhow cruises and sea kayaking Community interaction
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10 air-conditioned glass desert villas & 1 Star Dune Suite (two bedrooms) Indoor & outdoor showers and star-viewing skylights above the beds Private plunge pools A two-part wellness centre with a treatment room and gym Walk-in wine cellar, interactive kitchen & central island bar Helicopter flights, hot air ballooning, living dunes experience with quad bikes, scenic nature drives, e-biking and themed nature walks Excursions to Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon and Dead Vlei Africa’s first International Dark Sky Reserve Stargazing at a state-of-the-art observatory, accompanied by a resident astronomer
Contact
Contact
andBeyond Benguerra Island, Reservations, andBeyond Head Office Tel +27 11 809 4300 - Gen. Mgr. : Johan Van Der Merwe
andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, Reservations, andBeyond Head Office Tel +27 11 809 4300 - Lodge Mgr. : Nicolene Schoeman
www.secret-luxury.com