yacht charters in the quirimbas archipelago

YACHT CHARTERS
IN THE QUIRIMBAS ARCHIPELAGO
SAIL AND SAFARI, PRIVATE CHARTERS, CABIN CRUISES
YACHT CHARTERS IN THE QUIRIMBAS ARCHIPELAGO
We offer elite travellers the opportunity to experience something exceptional and
fashionable, something select and high class. This is our sail and safari
Mozambique yacht charter options: you choose from a variety of combinations
to more than 100 islands and islets, infinite deserted and pristine beaches,
remote islands and untouched dive sites. The eastern coast of Africa is definitely
a destination you should have on your bucket list!
So take a look at our special safaris into Africa on board a luxury yacht. This is
the kind of safari experience where you are at sea one minute floating above
clear blue swells as white sails billow above you - and the next minute, you are
on safari, driving through the wilderness seeing the Big Five.
Speak to us about our luxury Mozambique yacht charters that sail into the
Quirimbas Archipelago, continuing as far as the Tanzanian Archipelagos of
Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia. We propose unique combinations of Sail and Safari
SAIL AND SAFARI, PRIVATE CHARTERS, CABIN CRUISES
journeys where you not only stay in world class island lodges on the Indian
Ocean but you also enjoy some of the best safari lodges in East Africa.
At a glance, this is what awaits you when you choose a Mozambique Yacht
Safari with us:
• Adventure Mission Voyages
• Fishing Excursion Holidays
• Photographic Sailing Safaris, Nature, Wildlife and Cultural Journey Cruises
• Kayaking Trips
• Honeymoons
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• Cabin cruises book only a cabin instead of a whole yacht
• Scuba Diving while living aboard
• Corporate Incentive Travel
• General Island Hopping Cruises for friends and families
COMBINE YOUR MOZAMBIQUE YACHT CHARTER WITH A SAIL AND SAFARI EXPEDITION:
Where else in Africa, or in the world for that matter, can you go sailing on untouched waters AND embark on a luxury safari into the African wilderness? Mozambique
sa. We offer the real thing: fly into
Mozambique, transfer to your luxury yacht and set sail into the Quirimbas Archipelago to explore and experience some remote islands. Dock your yacht along the East
Africa coast and jump on board a hardy safari vehicle for a few days of game viewing and enjoying a luxury safari lodge! Indeed a unique opportunity not to be missed!
Whole Yacht Charter - Child Policy and Single
THE QUIRIMBAS
ARCHIPELAGO
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UNCHARTED, WILD, ROMANTIC
A holiday that takes you sailing to one of the Quirimbas
Archipelago islands will probably be the best decision you
make all year. These remote islands, off the coast of northern
Mozambique close to Pemba, are still relatively wild and
Sail around this Mozambique marine national park which has
gained global recognition for its mangroves, sea grasses and
underwater habitats where various species of turtle, dolphins,
whales and migratory birds feed and breed.
a special island yacht safari package to Ibo, Azura Quilalea,
Matemo, Vamizi or Medjumbe Islands and be surprised by the
wondrous settings, white beaches and sparkling clear blue
seas!
Once known as the Islands of Lazarus, the Quirimbas
Archipelago is brimming with history - Arab trading posts and
Portuguese trading routes dominated these seas many
decades ago. Take Ibo Island for example: architecture here
dates back to the 1500′s when forts served as military
bastions and slave trading houses lined the shores. Today, Ibo
is a melting pot of influences from Africa, the Arab region, India
and Europe and one of more than 32 islands which stretch
some 110 miles along the East Africa coast.
Diving and snorkelling in the Quirimbas Archipelago reveals to
avid divers a maze of phenomenal drop-offs, atolls and diverse
coral species.
For the first time in your life you will come across unpopulated
islands with their pretty white beaches, warm clear ocean
water and still intact coral reefs. You will meet humble
indigenous people who still live as they have been doing for
centuries local fishermen cruise the sea in their traditional
Arab style sailing dhows, finding their way around secluded
mangrove swamps and channels to feed their families. You will
love the fact that the Ilha Quirimbas is still undeveloped and
lacks mechanisation lodges aspire to be green and
responsible travel is the name of the game.
Your private yacht charter will be silent and as environmentally
ethical as possible, subscribing to the ideals of sustainable
tourism.
THE YACHTS - LAGOON 52
The first thing you will notice about our luxury yachts is their senses of space. These Cruise
the 32 islands of the Quirimbas Archipelago on one of our luxury Lagoon 52 charter
catamaran yachts. Take a look at this video to see exactly what the Lagoon 52 Yacht has in
store for someone like you: https://vimeo.com/68831343#t=7s
You will clearly see that our luxury yachts encompass safety principles, real comfort and
elegance. As you settle into your journey of a lifetime, you will start to notice new features on
this yacht that other similar yachts simply do not offer. You will love the sense of openness
and space, the light and the welcoming of the great outdoors into the living areas. These
sailing vessels have been designed specifically for tropical island idylls.
Take a look at the specs below:
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4 double or twin en-suite cabins for a total of 8 guests
2 separate crew cabins with separate crew bathrooms
LCD TV with DVD and CD player in the main saloon area great choice of movies on
hard drive
Washing machine and tumble dryer
Air conditioning in all cabins and main saloon area
Water
3G/4G Wi-Fi on board when in range
USB power throughout and iPod/iPhone music connectivity
Entire Length: 52 ft
Entire Beam: 29 ft
Our private Lagoon 52 luxury yachts are all about your relaxation as you take in the beauty
around you. These sailing boats have been built for practical and safe cruising in the tropics
they accommodate divers, fishermen, those who want to do nothing and those who simply
want to explore the islands under sail. Your unique island hopping experience!
SAFETY:
Each yacht carries on board the latest in safety and emergency
equipment. This includes up to date electronic safety equipment
that includes satellite beacons for emergencies, satellite
communications for emergencies and radar. We ensure that our
luxury yachts are certified to ISO 24803 standards and comply with
PADI dive boat certifications too. These vessels are registered in
Britain therefore they adhere to the United
Maritime
and Coastguard Agency regulations. Our carefully chosen crews
consist of highly qualified people who have all the right ocean and
sailing knowledge for sailing the Indian Ocean of East Africa.
CREW:
Experience it to believe it all of our staff on board our
Mozambique Yacht Charters have professional sailing
qualifications.
• All our charter crews all hold Professional sailing
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Our world class skipper has a Yacht Master Qualification;
Our professional first Mate/Host/Hostess have their Yacht
Master Qualifications;
On board is a PADI certified Dive Master;
The chef is an expert!
We also offer something you may never have heard of before
an Expert Subject Guide (ESG) who knows all that there is to
know about the environment and other subjects for your
particular sailing exploration into the unchartered waters of the
Quirimbas Archipelago!
ON-BOARD ACTIVITIES:
When you step on board the Lagoon 52 luxury yacht, you know that you simply cannot get bored. The yacht is stocked with a variety of outdoor and ocean-related
activities, just for their guests so, take them or leave them but you will be sorely tempted to try some of these adventure activities:
• Sea kayaks
• Sufficient sets of snorkelling gear
• A range of fun inflatable water toys
• Stand up Paddle Boards
• Top class Shimano fishing tackle and expert fishing guides to help you catch That Big One
Above all, our luxury yachts just happen to be floating PADI certified Dive Centres and they offer unbelievable scuba diving with a professional Dive Master. We do
keep a range of masks, snorkels and fins on board but we do recommend that guests bring their own diving kit in the form of wetsuits and personal soft gear.
OUR SCUBA DIVING CENTRE OFFERS THE YACHT GUEST:
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Professional Dive Master
12 dive tanks, 12 weight belts and weights
12 full sets of scuba diving gear including BC, regulators, masks, snorkels, fins
Dive computers, 120l/min dive compressor
Nitrox for certified divers
6.4 meter centre console dive RIB
All dives must use the Smartfind S10 AiS GPS beacons
All advanced dives must use satellite based Personal Location Beacons
Extra safety equipment provided includes an automatic external defibrillator and on-board oxygen
We offer comfortable recovery from the water with our hydraulic lift platform, moving divers directly onto the deck.
DETAILS OF ACTIVITIES ON BOARD:
Fishing Centre
• A wide variety of tackle and lures
• 2 Shimano Tiagra 80W reels matched with Tiagra rods
• 2 Shimano Tiagra 50W reels matched with Tiagra trolling rods
• 6 Shimano Tiagra 30W reels matched with Tiagra trolling rods
• 10 Shimano Stella 10 000 reels matched with Trevalla
popping/jigging rods
It is worth noting that all our crew members are angling experts
who know the East African coastal waters like the backs of their
hands. BUT we do recommend that guests bring their own lures
with them if they would like to we have to bill you for every lure
lost. Bring any personal gear with you, including that lucky rod, if
you have one!
Other Water Sports
• Various inflatable water toys
• Sufficient snorkelling gear
• Sea kayaks
• Stand up Paddle Boards
• 3.5 meter tender with outboard
• 6.4 meter centre console RIB
THESE ARE THE USUAL ADDITIONS TO BOTH CABIN CRUISES AND FULL YACHT CHARTERS:
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Fees and tips for crew
Visits to the islands and other excursions
Use of all water sports equipment
Use of all fishing equipment
Use of all scuba diving equipment; Nitrox diving for qualified divers
2-3 dives per day depending on weather conditions (for qualified divers only)
All equipment and amenities are free and available for use by all
Full board accommodation in double or twin en-suite cabins with air-conditioning for 8 guests
All linen, meals and most drinks (please bring own beach towels)
All specialised crew including chef, skipper, first mate/host/hostess, dive master, Expert Subject Guide as required
Please find below some example itineraries for journeys into the Quirimbas Archipelago:
These itineraries are merely guidelines to give you some idea of what our luxury Mozambique Yacht Safaris have in store for you. These can change depending on weather,
time of year, safety priorities and of course, the prerequisites of all our guests divers, fishermen, SUP experts or simply those who want to relax and sip champagne!
We suggest that you find time during your cruise to spend at least one night at the idyllic Ibo Island Lodge (on this itinerary just in case).
7 Night Luxury Mozambique Yacht Safari (Including St Lazarus Banks )
Day 1: Ibo to Matemo. After a filling breakfast at Ibo
Island Lodge, guests board. Listen to the
necessaryon-board yacht and safety briefing, then set
sail north for about 90 minutes to the islands of
Matemo and Rolas. We like to throw a few lures
during this part of the sailing safari to see if we can
hook a Big One for our main course for the evening
dinner!
We also like to stop for a while on the way if the
weather is good to enjoy the secret sandbank beach
between Ibo Island and Matemo. Divers and
snorkelers can explore the interesting wreck there.
Lunch at Matemo Island if all goes according to plan.
This beautiful island remains undeveloped except for
the lodge on the northern point (closed as of April
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go ashore and explore the island.
Day 2: Mogundula. After a wonderful morning spent
at Matemo, we then set sail to cover the 9 NM to the
privately-owned Mogundula Island in about 2-3 hours.
This small, uninhabited island is fringed by coral reefs
and boasts rich bird life. Turtles are often found
nesting on one beach there during the breeding
season.
Laze away the day on the leeward side of the island in
the sheltered lagoon where you can enjoy one of the
best beaches in the Archipelago. Guests are welcome
to explore the island. Gather around the beach fire in
the evening and enjoy sun downers and a traditional
African beach braai (BBQ). Soak up another
Stay the night here.
Our Lagoon 52 luxury yacht will anchor off shore but
guests can feel free to spend the rest of the day trying
out the various water sports and activities available, or
Day 3: Medjumbe Island. After a delicious fresh
breakfast, we will set sail for our next destination,
Medjumbe Island, 14 NM north and about a 2-3 hour
sail. We will stop at the beautiful bay and beaches of
Pangane. Jump off your luxury yacht and enjoy as
many water sports and activities as you want to. From
Pangane, we head straight to Medjumbe Island,
fishing rods manned in case we get something fresh
for dinner. Arrive at Medjumbe, a small tropical desert
and explore maybe sip a cocktail at the luxury
night here. We will leave in the dead of night, at 2am,
for Metundo, 40 NM and 6 - 7hours away. Get there in
time for a fresh breakfast.
Day 4: 50 NM Medjumbe Island to St Lazarus Banks.
around Medjumbe and its smaller sister island
Dejumbe! In the evening after dinner we will set sail
for St Lazarus Banks and cruise overnight to this
amazing landmark of the Quirimbas.
Please find below some example itineraries for journeys into the Quirimbas Archipelago:
These itineraries are merely guidelines to give you some idea of what our luxury Mozambique Yacht Safaris have in store for you. These can change depending on weather,
time of year, safety priorities and of course, the prerequisites of all our guests divers, fishermen, SUP experts or simply those who want to relax and sip champagne!
We suggest that you find time during your cruise to spend at least one night at the idyllic Ibo Island Lodge (on this itinerary just in case).
7 Night Luxury Mozambique Yacht Safari (Including St Lazarus Banks )
Day 5: St Lazarus Banks. We want to be at the
banks before sunrise. At this prime offshore fishing
destination, we will spend all day fishing and diving,
St Lazarus Banks.
Day 6: St Lazarus Banks. Perhaps that elusive
fish you never caught yesterday will allow you to
catch it today so spend this day fishing and
fishing again! Hooking a game fish is
set off, sails in the wind, back to Matemo Island,
taking about 8 hours, during the dead of night.
Overnight: Soft sail to Matemo Island
Day 7: 50 NM St Lazarus Banks to Matemo
Island. With an early arrival at Matemo, you will
have time to explore the island further, to fish off
the shore and to swim and even dive. For those
who are now addicted to hooking huge game fish,
there is the opportunity to head back to St
Lazarus Banks for the day. Spend your last night
on board your luxury yacht at Matemo Island.
Overnight: Matemo Island.
Day 8: 8 NM Matemo to Ibo Island. This is an
early start, before breakfast we set sail for the
last 8NM back to Ibo Island. Enjoy breakfast on
board the moving yacht, looking for marine life as
you tuck into fresh food. Dock at Ibo by 9 am, just
Pemba.
End of cruise.
It is important to note that this example itinerary
can be reversed: first head out to St Lazarus
Banks then work all the way down via Medjumbe
and back to Ibo, depending on the weather of
course.
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7 Night Luxury Mozambique Yacht Safari - Excluding St Lazarus Banks
The itinerary below is merely a guideline, providing prospective clients with an idea of what a Mozambique Yacht Safari will consist of. All safaris are dependent on
the weather at the time and on the personal desires of the clients chosen activities and interests.
We recommend that you spend your first night at Ibo Island Lodge for a taste of luxury and awesome service.
Day 1: 8 NM cruise Ibo to Matemo. Embark after a
fresh breakfast at Ibo. Listen to an on-board yacht
and safety briefing before setting sail northwards,
taking about 90 minutes to reach the islands of
Matemo and Rolas. As we cruise, we encourage
guests to throw a line to try and catch some fresh
all tide
and weather dependent. Some guests might like to
dive and snorkel the interesting wreck there. We
hope to arrive at Matemo Island for lunch. This
beautiful, undeveloped bit of floating land is also
home to a small fishing village and a lodge (closed
as of April 2015). Overnight: Matemo or Rolas
Island.
Day 2: 9 NM cruise Matemo to Mogundula. Enjoy a
glorious morning on and around Matemo having fun
in the sun, then head north for about 9 NM to the
privately-owned Mogundula Island.
This tiny, uninhabited island is fringed by coral reefs
and hosts a huge variety of bird life. With luck you
will see the turtles nesting in the sand during
breeding season. Relax all day on the hidden lagoon
and stunning beach on the leeward side of the
island. Take part in some of the activities such as
snorkelling and walking around the island. Be back
by evening for the fire on the beach sundowners,
a traditional BBQ and a spectacular sunset what
could be more romantic than that? Overnight:
Mogundula Island.
Day 3: 14 NM Mogundula to Medjumbe Island.
Sailing the 14 NM to Medjumbe Island will take
about 2-3 hours so we will leave after a hearty
breakfast and find our way north, stopping to
explore the magnificent bay and beaches of
Pangane. Try a new water sport today before the
luxury yacht cruises over flat azure waters to
Medjumbe Island guests are again encouraged to
throw a line to catch fresh fish for dinner. When we
arrive at Medjumbe you will enjoy lunch and have
the entire afternoon to explore the island, fish, dive
and snorkel. If you feel like it, sip a cocktail at the
beach bar of the luxury island resort or try some of
the island activities. Overnight: Medjumbe Island.
Day 4: Metundo Island. Now you are talking tuck
into a cool breakfast in this Mozambique island
utopia. Did you know that Metundo offers some of
the best diving and marine life in the Quirimbas
Archipelago? Grab this opportunity to see some rare
sea creatures as you enjoy the day here, exploring,
Metundo and Quifuqu Islands. .
7 Night Luxury Mozambique Yacht Safari - Excluding St Lazarus Banks
The itinerary below is merely a guideline, providing prospective clients with an idea of what a Mozambique Yacht Safari will consist of. All safaris are dependent on
the weather at the time and on the personal desires of the clients chosen activities and interests.
We recommend that you spend your first night at Ibo Island Lodge for a taste of luxury and awesome service.
Day 5: Metundo and Vamizi Island. Time to leave
the solitude of Metundo after a delicious breakfast
and find our way to Vamizi island, a short 9 NM
and two hour sail. Vamizi Island Lodge will
welcome our guests if you choose to go ashore to
explore and take part in some ocean-oriented
activities. Overnight: Vamizi Island.
Day 6: Vamizi Island. What a privilege to be able
to spend an entire day discovering the small
islands and coral reefs around Vamizi Island!
Get ready to set sail after a fresh seafood dinner,
sailing south the 60 NM to Macaloe Island, taking
about 8 hours through the night. Overnight: Cruise
to Macaloe Island.
Day 7: Macaloe and Rolas Island. Arriving
sometime in the morning at Macaloe, guests have
time to enjoy a full day in this tropical paradise,
relaxing, swimming, walking, diving and fishing.
We need two hours to cruise the 10 NM to Rolas
Island before sunset so we aim to leave Macaloe
Island late afternoon. Spend your last night on
board your luxury floating home at Rolas Island.
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Day 8: 10 NM Rolas to Ibo Island. We will set sail
before breakfast, with the sunrise, enjoying the last
leg of the journey to Ibo Island. Snack on delicious
foods as you sail the last two hours, looking out for
rare birds and marine beasts. We would like to
dock at Ibo by 9 am - in time for light aircraft
End of cruise.
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