Ilha Quisiva – Island Sanctuary Mozambique
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Enjoy superb private luxury villas, kiteboarding, scuba diving, tennis and exceptional marine activities including fishing, spa, fusion cuisine, unobtrusive service, sailing…. Exclusive private Island vacation experience and fractional ownership on Ilha Quisiva in the Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique & luxury yacht charter.

Ilha Quisiva is an exclusive private Island vacation experience in the Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique and luxury yacht charter. The Quirimbas Archipelago is undoubtedly the undiscovered jewel of Mozambique and Ilha Quisiva is one of the finest private island getaway destinations in Africa and is ideally placed to offer discerning visitors the best possible marine safari experience. Timeless beauty, abundant natural diversity, tropical weather, seismic stability, malaria free and a fascinating layered history offer a luxurious and sophisticated island experience with a uniquely primal connection to Africa. Direct flights into Pemba from Maputo, Johannesburg, Nairobi or Dar es Salaam launch you into an exotic realm of discovery where unrivalled sport-fishing, diving and yacht charter are combined with white coral-sand beaches fringing the wild bush of the African mainland. It is within easy sailing distance of Madagascar, the southern Seychelles and the spice islands of Zanzibar, Mafia and Pemba. It has outstanding mangrove stands, coastal thicket and evergreen forest mosaic interspersed with grassland and bamboo. The waters of the archipelago are known for an abundance of game fish species including marlin, sailfish, yellow fin & dog tooth tuna, barracuda, wahoo, black king, blue fin king and many others as well as turtle, dolphin, porpoise, whale and whale shark. The park provides feeding and nesting grounds for many bird species and includes three elephant migration routes. With predictable wind, ideal climatic conditions and rich biodiversity, it is ideal for kitesurfing downwind tours, fishing, diving or cruising charters. Ilha Quisiva is an island sanctuary within a sanctuary with a pervading sense of historic mystery fading back through mists of time. A 339 hectare (830 acre) private island is the setting for 14 beautiful private villas and our exquisite health spa, hence your luxurious escape to space, privacy and freedom is assured. The village on the sunset side of the island will provide a place of conviviality and interest as a perfect counterpoint to the seclusion of your private villa. Renowned architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens (architects of North Island, Jao, Mombo & Ngorogoro Crater Lodge) have reflected the attributes and cultural expression of our time, as well as the rich history of the region, in conceiving a beautiful and sensitive architectural language for the resort village which serves as the focal point of the island. The new village layout takes its inspiration from the regional confluence of these historic cultures including the ruins of the old Portuguese fortim on the island, Ibo town and familiar elements instantly recognizable for their African origins. It is successful in providing a lively and convivial contrast to the seclusion and privacy featured in the villa accommodation on the eastern shore. Similarly, the lounge offers an outstanding panorama across the brilliant blue sea of the Baía de Arimba to the distant mainland coast, in generous, comfortable chairs from shady verandahs or from an air-conditioned sanctuary. The lounges and restaurant are connected by an underground tunnel and wine cellar set deep in the cool coral rock to the glass, air-conditioned African sunset bar set in the fort ruin with its unique fire-pit and battlement deck open to the stars. The activity center faces south onto the landing jetty and houses a fully accredited PADI/NAUI dive center and a fishing shop. They are superbly equipped for fishing, diving and cruising charters in the Quirimbas Archipelago and Mozambique Channel islands. Sleeping up to 4 couples in private cabins in superb luxury and air-conditioned comfort. In the second option, a shared use right to a villa is offered entitling you to impeccable service for 26 days of sophisticated island getaway per annum in your selected villa with full use of all facilities on the island. Ilha Quisiva is conceived and planned to offer simple sophistication, superb luxury and impeccable, yet unobtrusive service. The entire concept delivers the most complete combination of relaxation, romance, adventure, excitement and sheer pleasure in absolute comfort. The range and depth of the possible vacation experience at Ilha Quisiva is designed to ensure fresh surprise and delight with each visit.