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Kisawa Sanctuary

Benguerra Island, Mozambique

About Kisawa Sanctuary

Kisawa Sanctuary is a new concept in luxury hospitality located on Benguerra Island, Mozambique. Sitting on 5km of pristine tropical coastline, Kisawa has been created to ensure maximum privacy, with minimum impact on the natural environment, showcasing a rich design culture that celebrates craft and heritage.

Discover your own rhythm within 14 standalone bungalows comprising 8 private Residences, set across 300 hectares of pristine forest, beach and sand dunes. Available in one, two and three bedrooms, each Residence hosts a generous living room, a king bedroom, two dressing rooms and a joint bathroom. Plus a seperate day area, an infinity pool, open air deck, dedicated electric mini-mokes and a personal service team.

At the heart of the sanctuary, guests discover shared spaces dedicated to dining, relaxation and wellbeing, along with an expansive Natural Wellness Center (NWC) and gym.

Nature. Design. Wellbeing. Community. Ocean Research.

Perfect For
Adventure Beach / Coastal Birding Fishing Gourmet Hiking Indigenous Culture / Art Leisure Nature Relaxation Star Gazing Watersports Wildlife Wine
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Activity Desk
Air conditioner
Baby Sitting
Bar
Barbeque Facilities
Children Friendly
Eco Friendly
Gym / Fitness Centre
Gym on property
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service
Mobile Connectivity
Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service
Spa
Vegetarian
Wellness Centre
Wine Tasting
24-hour Security
Airport Shuttle (Available)
Baby Sitting
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Private Vehicle (Available)
On Site
Beach Drop Off
Bird Watching
Boating
Canoeing
Catch-and-release Fishing
Cooking Courses
Fine Dining
Garden Tours
Gourmet Picnic
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Horse Riding
Kayaking
Kite Surfing
Massages
Night Drives
Sailing
Scuba Diving
Sleep Outs
Surfing
Turtle Tracking
Walks (Guided)
Walks (Self Guided)
Whale Watching
Wildlife Tours
Off Site
Adrenaline Activities
Cultural Tours
Helicopter Rides
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Find your own rhythm
Experience the Kisawa Dhow
Discovery by Mokes

Accommodation Options

The Kisawa Residence
Two bungalows connected via an open-air deck, featuring: • Bespoke interiors • Generous living rooms • King bedrooms • Two dressing rooms each • Joint bathrooms • Two individual powder rooms per bungalow • Open-air deck space • Day area • Outdoor shower • Infinity pool • Ocean and Cove views across the property • Pan-African antiques and art collection
One Bedroom Residence
* Bespoke interiors • Generous living room • King bedroom • Two dressing rooms • Bathroom • Two individual powder rooms • Open-air deck space • Day area • Outdoor shower • Infinity pool
One Bedroom Residence with Annex
One bungalow Residence + Self- contained annex Annex features: • Twin beds or king bed • Dressing room • Bathroom • Shower • Bathtub
Two Bedroom Residence
Two bungalows connected via an open-air deck space, featuring: • Generous living rooms • King bedrooms • Two dressing rooms each • Joint bathrooms • Day area • Outdoor shower • Infinity pool
Three Bedroom Residence
Three individual bungalows • Bespoke interiors • Generous living rooms • King bedrooms • Two bathrooms per bungalow • Open-air deck space • Day area • Outdoor shower • Large stand-alone infinity pool • Smaller infinity pool

Dining & Cuisine

The Main Terrace
Our flagship restaurant. Open all day, this 'extended living room' offers refined global cuisine and incredible views over both the cove and ocean sides of Benguerra Island. Serving the highest quality produce and ingredients for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
Baracca
Serving Mozambican dishes with fresh homegrown flavours, this secluded part of the sanctuary enjoys sunset views. The Baracca is a vibrant and playful space, encouraging barefoot living, where guests are welcomed directly from the beach.
Pizza Tuk Tuk
Our customised Pizza Tuk Tuk offers fresh oven pizza, for lunch or dinner.
Wine Room
Set within the Main Terrace, the dedicated wine room offers a carefully edited selection of new and old region wines and spirits. Guests may use the cellar to store personal wines throughout their stay at Kisawa.
On Location
To experience Kisawa is to experience its environment. Dine in any location - on sand dunes, beachside or on personalised off-property picnics.
In-Residence
Curated in-Residence dining prepared by our chefs, on call 24/7. Enjoy signature dishes with an emphasis on fresh, homegrown flavours from the privacy of your Residence.
Standard Room Amenities
Air Conditioning
Balcony / Deck
Bath
Clothes Press
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Cooking Facilities
Detached Private Bathroom
Dressing Gowns
Electrical Outlets
Fan
Fireplace
Fridge
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar (Complimentary)
Outside Shower
Plunge Pool
Private Pool / Jacuzzi
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Television
Portfolio Places
At a Glance
  • Rooms: 14
  • Check In: 14:00
  • Check Out: 11:00
  • Languages: English, Portuguese
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