Exclusive Safari and Luxury Island Adventure

• Incredible wildlife encounters
• Diving among pristine coral reefs
• Meeting the Big Five with a private guide
• Interpretative nature walks in the bush
• Turtle nesting
• Romantic picnics among the sand dunes
• Kayaking and snorkelling in the Indian Ocean

The first half of your unforgettable adventure unfolds in the dramatic surroundings of andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve. Home to seven distinct habitats, this reserve offers exceptional encounters with the bush’s biggest characters, including the elusive cheetah.

With your dedicated tracker team and private vehicle, this safari is tailored entirely to you. Our experienced local guides will guarantee a trip to remember and will help you get the most from your surroundings with walking expeditions or even black rhino tracking.

andBeyond Phinda homestead offers an exclusive oasis of luxury, with four spacious suites that are distanced from each other for privacy. Spend time with your private chef in the interactive kitchen, learning how to cook traditional African dishes or sitting back as he prepares your favourite meals. There is also a fully equipped gym and spa to allow guests to get the most from their downtime.

Next, you’ll spend a night at the exquisite Intercontinental at O.R. Tambo International Airport, just a minute’s walk from the terminal. Take in the hotel’s renowned dining options, unwind at the health spa or burn some energy at the gym. Then it’s on to andBeyond Vamizi Island for a taste of life on the beach.

Situated within a marine conservation area in the Quirimbas Archipelago, Vamizi Island is your very own slice of paradise. Home to some of Mozambique’s most precious and breath-taking wildlife, including green turtles, this is an adventure for even the most avid ocean explorers. Dive among hundreds of fish species in protected coral reefs or welcome the seasonal arrival of baby turtles nesting on the beaches.

Try your hand at deep-sea fishing, dive into water sports like sea kayaking, or indulge in a secluded castaway picnic amid towering sand dunes. Explore the island on a nature walk or hunt down the ancient Portuguese settler church. Your stay will be completed in one of six private villas steeped in luxury, and with your own private butler. Feel the sand between your toes and reawaken your soul. Cap off a perfect day with a sunset dhow cruise.

Dates are flexible so please make an enquiry and tell us a range of dates you are considering so we can check availability.

andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve
As well as being known for cheetah and black rhino sightings, the Phinda Game Reserve is also home to 436 bird species and the Big Five. Its seven distinct environments comprise woodland, wetland, grassland and forest interspersed with mountain ranges, rivers, marshes and pans. It’s also home to 1,000 hectares of rare dry sand forest and lies close to the coral reefs of the Indian Ocean.

The reserve actively protects cheetah, rhino, and pangolin, and andBeyond have worked to preserve the critically endangered ancient sand forest. The reserve works alongside the Africa Foundation to employ locally and invest in local communities. Sustainability is central to their mission.

Vamizi Island
Vamizi island is home to both green and hawksbill turtles and houses a world class research centre with a dedicated WWF conservation team. Prepare for an incredible sight if you come during hatching season (December-July)! The reefs around Vamizi are in excellent, healthy condition and depending on the season, divers can meet humpback dolphins, whale sharks and even humpback whales. Turtles and a plethora of fish can be found, including Napoleon wrasse, barracuda and giant potato cod. Consider taking some time on the island on a tour of a local community whose relationship with the wildlife plays an important role in its preservation.

• Fully inclusive accommodation at andBeyond Phinda Homestead and andBeyond Vamizi island, with three meals daily and local brands of drinks
• Private butler, ranger and tracker
• Safari activities
• Activities: castaway picnics, sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling, birding, guided nature walks, small dhow sailing, hobie cat, dinghy sailing and use of bicycles
• Laundry
• Scheduled flights:
  – O.R. Tambo International Airport/Phinda Airstrip
  – Phinda Airstrip/O.R. Tambo International Airport
  – O.R. Tambo International Airport/Pemba International Airport
  – Pemba International Airport/O.R. Tambo International Airport
• Private charter flights:
  – Pemba International Airport/andBeyond Vamizi Island/Pemba International Airport
• Park fees:
  – Munyawana conservancy fee
  – Vamizi island conservancy fee
• Emergency medical evacuation insurance
• Administration fee

• All external flights
• Visa costs
• Vaccinations
• Health insurance
• Travel insurance
• Additional travel requirements outside of included transfers
• Gratuities
• Additional activities
• Carbon offset through Climate Care

Particularly suited to:

• Wildlife and ocean lovers
• Groups of friends or families
• Beach lovers
• Explorers seeking a personal, tailored experience

Suitable for ages 8 to 65

Some activities may require adult supervision