Quilalea Lodge
Quilálea is an idyllic Mozambique island resort nestling in a forgotten corner of Mozambique’s Quirimbas Archipelago in the tropical Indian Ocean. Completely uninhabited, this Indian Ocean island offers complete exclusivity and unparalleled natural beauty.
Nine private villas each offer magnificent sea views, providing a malaria-free haven of luxury island accommodation. Surrounded by the sparkling, azure waters of the warm Indian Ocean, Quilálea is the ideal honeymoon destination for those in search of the perfect romantic island getaway, or the ultimate holiday for those in need of relaxation, adventure and rediscovery.
Unlike the rest of the Quirimbas Archipelago, Quilálea is malarie-free. All the water on the island is provided via a de-salination plant and stored in subterranean tanks, hence there is no open water on the island and nowhere for mosquitos to breed, which allows for a relaxed, stress-free vacation.
Rooms
Quilálea Island resort welcomed it’s first official guests to the Island in November 2002. The island resort accommodates 18 guests in 9 luxury “island villas”. Each villa is constructed entirely with indigenous materials and handcrafted timber, opening onto a private veranda with panoramic sea views. A comfortable 45 square metres in size, every villa is complete with an antique stylised shower, vanity and fittings. Large windows afford magnificent views and allow the sea breeze to waft through the entire villa. Natural rock walls, makuti thatch, and colonial ceiling fans keep you cool by day. The island-style furniture is crafted from indigenous teak and mahogany by local carpenters in the creole Muani style. A king-size bed draped in netting completes the romantic African/Arabian luxury. Every villa has the pleasure of overlooking the sparkling Indian Ocean.
Dining
The restaurant and lounge is no more than a two-minute walk from the most distant villa. Set on a peninsula at the north end of the island, the restaurant offers beautiful ocean views to both the west and the east. Indulge in the flavours and spices of Mozambican cuisine influenced by Portugal and Goa, prepared by our gourmet chef. Also enjoy five star dining on the beach. They also prepare a romantic meal right on the water’s edge for those special occasions.
Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Wedding Facilities
- Conference Facilities
- Internet
- Gift Shop
- 24-hour Room Service
- Laundry Service
- No children under 16 years allowed
- Snorkelling and Scuba Diving
- Birdwatching
- Kayaking
- Hobie Sailing
- Motorised Watersports
- Sunset Cruises