Azura Benguerra Bazaruto Mozambique4 Logo Mozambique
Back to Listing

Sublime Island-Hopping in the Quirimbas Archipelago

8 days from £5,125 for 2024 per person

This exotic island-hopping experience is, in our view, the ultimate way to experience Mozambique’s pristine and unspoilt Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique. Beginning with an overnight flight to Johannesburg, you will then connect to a regional flight to Pemba airport in the far North of Mozambique where you will be met and shown to your light aircraft which will transport you to the gorgeous Ibo Island.

Nominated for World Heritage status, Ibo has been described as one of the most unique and atmospheric islands in the world. Located at a prime waterfront site where romantic dhows sail out to sea on each high tide, Ibo Island Lodge encompasses magnificent mansions each over one hundred years old. Ibo Island is a potential World Heritage Site, and therefore rooms have been designed to incorporate the architecture and style of the original ruins. The lodge accommodates just 18 guests in 9 elegant, yet simple rooms, with indigenous solid teak and mahogany furniture, handcrafted by the people of Ibo.

Ibo Island Lodge offers a diverse range of activities and experiences to keep the most diverse interests occupied. Options include a wonderful day trip sailing by dhow to a beautiful white sand bank beach where a sumptuous seafood lunch is served under a Bedouin tent.  Alternatively, try your hand at scuba-diving or do a little dolphin-spotting or for the more active, a trip into the nearby mangrove swamps with an expert guide.

After 3 glorious nights at Ibo, you will transfer by helicopter to Azura Quilalea which promises barefoot luxury and is the last word in cool castaway chic. With only 9 villas on the island, seclusion and exclusivity are guaranteed, as are deserted beaches on which to walk or simply relax and enjoy. Quilalea also boasts some of the finest snorkelling in Africa if not on the planet. On your last day, you will be transferred back to Pemba airport by helicopter in time to connect with your scheduled flight back to Johannesburg International Airport for your ongoing arrangements.


Itinerary details

8 days from £5,125 for 2024 per person

Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique1 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique1
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique26 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique26
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique4 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique4
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique87 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique87
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique77 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique77
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique100 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique100
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique81 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique81
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique117 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique117
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique74 Copy Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique74 Copy
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique126 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique126
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique56 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique56
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique55 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique55
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique25 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique25
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique70jpg Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique70jpg
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique75 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique75
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique128jpg Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique128jpg
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique125 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique125
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique33 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique33
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique82 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique82
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique134 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique134
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique80 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique80
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique12jpg Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique12jpg
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique11 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique11
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique3 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique3
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique69 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique69
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique71 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique71
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique63 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique63
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique36 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique36
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique34 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique34
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique61 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique61
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique7 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique7
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique42jpg Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique42jpg
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique18 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique18
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique47 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique47
Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique16 Ibo Island Lodge Cabo Delgado Mozambique16
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique37 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique37
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique41 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique41
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique13 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique13
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique9 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique9
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique19 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique19
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique20 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique20
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique22 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique22
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique30 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique30
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique23 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique23
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique24jpg Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique24jpg
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique26 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique26
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique68 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique68
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique33 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique33
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique36 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique36
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique46 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique46
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique49 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique49
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique64 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique64
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique66 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique66
Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique52 Azura Quilalea Cabo Delgado Mozambique52
I travel a lot; I hate having my life disrupted by routine.
Caskie Stinnett

Client Testimonials

I thought the Ampersand team was outstanding. We couldn’t have hoped for anything more.
- Mr Geoffrey Johnson, India
Ampersand’s preparation, attention to detail and interaction before and during our trip show exactly why good travel agents have a role in today’s internet booking age. They were a delight to deal with!
- Mr David Wallace, North India
I would recommend Ampersand without any hesitation!!! The best travel agent that I’ve ever had. Everything – from the individual care and attention in planning the trip, through to the efficiency of the agents on the ground in India – was handled brilliantly. An absolutely first-class service all round!
- Matthew Annable, Rajasthan, India
I had a very lovely time and was looked after splendidly. My first visit to India could not have been better, save for being longer! But I shall return at some point and I shall look to you to make the arrangements.
- Matthew Nicklin, North India
Everything you did for us whilst we were away was hugely appreciated, and Ampersand has been exemplary in every way. I'll always recommend you!
- Mr Richard Stoughton, Sri Lanka
We have just returned back from a wonderful trip. Thank you very much for organising everything. The transfer was excellent – for once they had perfect car seats. The villa was lovely, just what we needed and the hotel had helpfully put us as far away as possible from everyone else. The breakfast buffet was the best I have ever seen – and I am slightly obsessive over breakfast!! There was an incredible choice, something for everyone and so beautifully presented. A real highlight of the trip. Thank you again for sorting everything - and at such short notice!
- Redmayne family, Phuket
Ballyfin was great - we loved it! Best things were the amount of space, it felt like you had the whole place to yourself, the history of the house, and the staff. We'd definitely recommend it. Thanks very much for all the help getting it booked!
- Mr Wyburd, Ireland
Difficult to articulate just how good the service from you and your team really was. We know you will continue to do well and hope we have the chance to seek your assistance again before long.
- Mr & Mrs Manson, North India
So many highlights to choose from! The hotels were amazing but Maya Villa was a highlight… I loved just hanging out in the hammock reading my book and watching the peacocks chase the cows!
- Krista Weir, Sri Lanka
Difficult to choose the highlight of the trip, can’t choose between… 1) Taj Mahal & Oberoi Amarvilas. 2) Ranthambore. 3) Lake Palace. We have to say a particular thank you for selecting Parmod as our driver. He is a delightful and kind man who took our holiday and our enjoyment as his responsibility. Thank you for putting together such an amazing trip for us. The balance of city and rural destinations was perfect for us and the variety of rooms and hotel types brilliant. Our driver and guides also added so much to the trip with their knowledge of India’s history and culture and their willingness to discuss it both from a professional and personal angle.
- Carruthers family, North India
We had a wonderful holiday - everything was perfect. Thank you for helping us to make a thoughtful plan to enjoy and make most out of our trip. The places we visited, the guides, the transportation and driver, the hotels selected... Everything was great!
- Jaime Benitez, South India
Without question, you put together the best trip I have ever taken. We were shown around like visiting dignitaries, the hotels were fantastic and the itinerary was just right. Everybody I know will hear about how amazing Ampersand is!
- Leslie Siben, India
Getting to Amanpulo from Manila was very simple and the beach was the most beautiful I’d ever been on; pristine white sand, not a single piece of rubbish in sight. You get your own solar powered golf buggy to drive around resort (and a butler at request). The views from the Hillside Casita were spectacular!
- Mr Wyburd, Philippines
I barely know where to begin... though a sincere 'thank you' would be the best. You have organised this trip perfectly. May was an inspiring and delightful companion in Myanmar – thoroughly professional and friendly at the same time. My accommodation throughout has been superb, especially The Governor's Residence and The Mandarin Oriental. The view from the cottage at Inle Lake was beautiful and I loved every moment of being there. And here I am now on the last leg of this extended holiday at my favourite place. I could stay here for ever, the peace, silence and surroundings all amazing, plus the people and the whole aura of Vana. Thank you for much, and I look forward to speaking to you on my return.
- Ms Margulies, Burma, India & Thailand
Ampersand provided a bespoke and flexible holiday, tailored to my every whim. Their highly professional staff had only one goal which was to arrange an exceptional holiday and some unforgettable experiences in India. I have no hesitation in fully recommending them and they will be the first company I approach in the future - 10/10
- Anonymous, India
We really enjoyed the trip and were happy that we squeezed so much into a few short days. The Burmese people were lovely and the sites were fantastic. We really enjoyed the balloon ride and would highly suggest it to others in the future. The trip went super smoothly and a good time plus learning happened for all. Yangon was nice as the Strand was quite amazing and we of course loved the giant gold temple. Many thanks for all of your help and look forward to future travel with you.
- Wallace Family, Burma

Let us keep you up to date

Sign up to our newsletter and never miss out on unmissable exclusive luxury experiences