Vilanculos, Mozambique

Saudade Collection

Overview

About Saudade Collection

Two beautifully appointed villas on the pristine Vilanculos coastline, offering personalised boutique stays that celebrate Mozambican heritage, local landscapes and marine biodiversity.

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Properties

2 properties

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Villa Saudade

Vilanculos & Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique

Rooms: 3 Suites with King bed (55–65 sqm), 2 Suites with Queen bed (38–45 sqm), 1 Bunk Room with 2 Queen & 2 Single beds (55 sqm) — exclusive use only
From: $950 – 1,420 pppn
Min age: 13+
Offers: Stay 4 Pay 3 — Honeymoon specials including an island excursion for stays of 3 nights plus.

Insider tips

— Stunning private location with views of the archipelago and direct beach access — only 20 minutes from the airport.

— Owners Mike and Sarah have been in Vilanculos for 25+ years and tailor everything from island hopping, snorkelling and deep-sea fishing to horse riding, kite surfing and long beach walks.

— Exquisite food using the freshest local ingredients, with a warm-hearted, expertly trained team.

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Getting there

— Vilankulo International Airport is a 1hr50 flight from Johannesburg with two daily return Airlink flights.
— On arrival, guests are collected and transferred to Saudade by private air-conditioned shuttle.
— The entire journey from airport to villa takes less than 20 minutes.

Facilities

General:BabysittingDirect Access to BeachExclusive Use Villa/sSwimming PoolWifi (Main areas only)

Rooms:1-5 RoomsAir-Conditioning / Room CoolingHoneymoon SuiteRooms with Bath

Activities

Water:Access to Scuba DivingBoatingCanoeing / KayakingFishing - Deep SeaKite SurfingPADI CentrePaddle BoardsSnorkellingSunset CruisesWhale Watching

Land & air:BirdwatchingClient Conservation ActivitiesCultural ExcursionsHorseridingYoga

Sustainability

80%+ Local Food ProcurementCommunity: Investment in Local ProjectsProactive Conservation EngagementWaste Policy e.g. prevention or recycling

Type of travel

BeachExclusive-Use OptionFamily FriendlyHoneymoon / Couples

Pairs well with

Dulini Leadwood, Sabi SandsSimbambili Game Lodge, Sabi SandsAtholPlace House & Villa, Johannesburg

Closed: NoneUpdated: 20 July 2026

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Villa Coco

Vilanculos & Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique

Rooms: Exclusive-use villa — 3 Suites (2 guests each) + 1 Bedroom (max 2+2 children). Max occupancy 8 adults, or 6 adults + 4 children under 16. All ensuite, air-conditioned, ceiling fans and oversize mosquito nets.
From: $450 pppn
Min age: None

Insider tips

— Privately located in a tropical garden with direct beach access and views of the Bazaruto Archipelago — just a 15-minute transfer from Vilanculos International Airport.

— Owners Mike and Sarah have 25+ years in Vilanculos and tailor everything from island hopping and snorkelling safaris to deep-sea fishing, horse riding on the beach, kite surfing and beach-bar visits.

— Exquisite cuisine from locally sourced ingredients, served by a superbly trained Mozambican team.

mike@saudadecollection.com

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Getting there

— Located directly on the beach about 4km north of Vilanculos village.
— Fly directly into Vilanculos with SA Airlink from Johannesburg or Cape Town, or via Maputo with LAM.
— Private air-conditioned shuttle collects guests from the airport — 15-minute transfer to Villa Coco.

Facilities

General:BabysittingDirect Access to BeachExclusive Use Villa/sSwimming PoolWifi (Throughout)

Rooms:1-5 RoomsAir-Conditioning / Room CoolingHoneymoon SuiteRooms with Bath

Activities

Water:Access to Scuba DivingBoatingCanoeing / KayakingDolphin WatchingFishing - Deep SeaKite SurfingPADI CentrePaddle BoardsSnorkellingSunset CruisesWhale Watching

Land & air:BirdwatchingClient Conservation ActivitiesCultural ExcursionsHorseridingYogaPrivate Vehicle (on request)

Sustainability

80%+ Local Food ProcurementCommunity: Investment in Local ProjectsEmployees: Positive Employment InitiativesProactive Conservation Engagement

Type of travel

BeachExclusive-Use OptionFamily FriendlyKosher-Friendly / Religious Requirements

Pairs well with

Dulini Leadwood, Sabi SandsSimbambili Game Lodge, Sabi SandsAtholPlace House & Villa, Johannesburg

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