Getting Here: Flights and Island transfers.
Highlights: Beaches, diving, nature and birding.
Lodge Style: Island resort.
Location: Quirimbas Archipelago.
Rates: Rates on request as the entire lodge must be booked by one group now (2009 - 2011)
Rates exclude transfers

Information

Quilálea is an idyllic Mozambique island resort nestling in a forgotten corner of Mozambique's Quirimbas Archipelago in the tropical Indian Ocean. Completely uninhabited, this Indian Ocean island offers complete exclusivity and unparalleled natural beauty. Nine private villas each offer magnificent sea views, providing a malaria-free haven of luxury island accommodation. Surrounded by the sparkling, azure waters of the warm Indian Ocean, Quilálea is the ideal honeymoon destination for those in search of the perfect romantic island getaway, or the ultimate safari holidays for those in need of relaxation, adventure and rediscovery.

Accommodation

Quilálea Island resort welcomed it’s first official guests to the Island in November 2002. The island resort accommodates 18 guests in 9 luxury "island villas". Each villa is constructed entirely with indigenous materials and handcrafted timber, opening onto a private veranda with panoramic sea views. A comfortable 45 square metres in size, every villa is complete with an antique stylised shower, vanity and fittings. Large windows afford magnificent views and allow the sea breeze to waft through the entire villa. Natural rock walls, makuti thatch, and colonial ceiling fans keep you cool by day. The island-style furniture is crafted from indigenous teak and mahogany by local carpenters in the creole Muani style. A king-size bed draped in netting completes the romantic African/Arabian luxury. Every villa has the pleasure of overlooking the sparkling Indian Ocean.

The restaurant and lounge is no more than a two-minute walk from the most distant villa. Set on a peninsula at the north end of the island, the restaurant offers beautiful ocean views to both the west and the east. Indulge in the flavours and spices of Mozambican cuisine influenced by Portugal and Goa, prepared by our gourmet chef. Also enjoy five star dining on the beach. We will prepare a romantic meal right on the water’s edge for those special occasions.

Quilálea's professional multi-lingual staff will ensure your comfort, well being, and relaxation is absolute. Experience the ultimate in luxury island accommodation, without the worry of malaria as is the case in many extotic destinations. A stay on Quilálea is an experience not easily forgotten.

Activities

Spend your days simply soaking up the sun by the swimming pool or on the pristine, white beaches or choose from our many adventure activities on offer on the island. Diving, snorkelling, fly fishing, surf casting, sport fishing, canoeing, island exploration, swimming, historical tours, dhow sailing trips and bird watching are all available on the island.

The island has its own marine pavilion, which is a fully equipped fishing and PADI dive centre. Sport fishing and deep-sea angling are offered outside the sanctuary where game fish are plentiful.

Plan your personal African safari in the comfort of the bar with expert advice and a refreshing beverage, whilst the sun sets over Montepuez Bay.