Quilálea Island

Quilálea Island is completely uninhabited, this Indian Ocean island offers complete exclusivity and unparalleled natural beauty, private villas 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 holiday for those in need of relaxation, adventure and rediscovery.

The Quilálea 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 meters in size, every villa is complete with an antique stylized 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 flavors and spices of Mozambican cuisine influenced by Portugal and Goa, prepared by the gourmet chef, also enjoy five star dining on the beach, where they 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, a stay on Quilálea is an experience not easily forgotten.

Spend your days simply soaking up the sun by the swimming pool or on the pristine, white beaches or choose from the many adventure activities on offer on the island. Diving, snorkeling, 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 adventure in the comfort of the bar with expert advice and a refreshing beverage, whilst the sun sets over Montepuez Bay.

Member of Exclusive Island Hotels & Resorts
Conde Nast Traveller, Reader’s Travel Awards – No. 6 Overseas Leisure Hotel in Middle East, Africa & Indian Ocean - 2007
Conde Nast Traveller, Reader’s Travel Awards – No. 25 on The Top 100 List - 2007
Travel + Leisure - 2004 Hot List
The perfect island getaway - Africa Geographic, 2004
World top 100 best new hotels - Conde Naste Traveler UK, 2004

Situated in the southern sector of the Quirimbas Archipelago, Quilálea Island is a unique island marine sanctuary, fringed with pristine beaches and surrounded by the tropical Indian Ocean. Just 35 hectares in extent, this Indian Ocean Island offers the ultimate in seclusion and privacy with the only residents being the hotel guests and staff.

Quilálea Island
Quilálea Island,
Mozambique

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