Kisawa Sanctuary

A very private beachfront sanctuary on Benguerra Island, Mozambique

Barefoot luxury, the SJ way…

Tucked away on the wild, unspoilt shores of Benguerra Island in Mozambique, Kisawa Sanctuary is one of the most extraordinary places we’ve come across — a vast private estate of sand dunes, coastal forest and five kilometres of untouched Indian Ocean coastline.

Designed with immense care and privacy in mind, the property can be booked as a whole or by residence, with 17 beautifully designed bungalows spread across 11 residences — perfect for couples, families, or a full takeover for something truly special. The style is clean, natural, and effortless. You have your own personal service team, your own electric Mini Moke to roam freely, and the freedom to be as private or as adventurous as you like.

The team here are exceptional — discreet, intuitive, and deeply welcoming — and the experiences on offer are unforgettable: dhow trips across the archipelago, paddleboarding in turquoise waters, diving untouched reefs, or joining scientists at the property’s sister organisation, Africa’s first permanent marine observatory.
It’s rare to find a place that gets everything right — but Kisawa really does. One of the most original and thoughtful barefoot luxury experiences we’ve seen.