BAZARUTU ISLAND, MOZAMBIQUE

The Bazaruto Archipelago is a group of small islands situated approximately 40 kilometers off the coast of Mozambique. Bazaruto is the largest (approximately 37kms long and up to 7kms wide) and northern most of the five islands. Indigo Bay is situated +/- 600 kms north of Maputo on the western side of Bazaruto Island.

The diverse ecosystems contained in the archipelago cater for a wide range of interests. The squeaky white beaches and protected reefs surrounding the Islands support a vast array of game fish, the endangered dugong, different species of turtles and dolphins, and seasonal humpback whales. The shallow, crystal clear waters with dazzling soft corals, starfish, anemones and a bewildering range of beautiful fish, extends to dive sites featuring an incredible variety of reef and game fish, different species of turtles, rays and sharks. Spectacular sportfishing for giant black marlin, sailfish and a variety of other gamefish.

Fauna and flora on the island abounds. Flamingoes on tidal flats; endemic butterflies, hundreds of bird species in wetland, savanna grassland and thicket. Freshwater lakes, home to many large crocodiles and in total contrast, the eastern strip is composed of huge bare and vegetated sand dunes.

INDIGO BAY RESORT, BAZARATU ISLAND

Indigo Bay Island Resort offers 50 rooms located on the west side of Bazaruto Island in a protected bay. A choice of accommodation is offered, with both Beach Chalets and Bay View Rooms designed with softly fringed thatched roofs to blend in with the natural surroundings, and interior finishes that complement the ambience and beauty of the location.

The Indigo Bay Island Resort offers a wide range of services and activities, including some of the world’s best diving, deep sea and bill fishing, as well as a range of water sports, horse riding, island drives and ocean cruises.

Located in a proclaimed Marine National Park, Bazaruto Island is one if several islands making up the Bazaruto Archipelago. This uncommercialized island offers a true, unspoiled African island experience, from kilometers of sandy white beaches, crystal clear azure seas, superb coral reefs and dive sites, soaring sand dunes and exuberant bird life, to abundant marine life including big game fish such as Black Marlin.

Fortunate visitors may view the variety of turtle species that can be found in these waters, along with the rare and near-extinct Dugong, a sea mammal. In season, guests can watch whales on their annual migration from the safety and comfort of one of the resort’s fleet of boats.

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