Our retreat moves to the natural rhythms of the seasons and tides, and we are deeply passionate about preserving and protecting this very special place and community. Azura is run as a genuinely ethically- and ecologically-minded team. Just by being here, you support the community, conservation and are really making a difference!
Supporting
The Rainbow Fund
The Azura Rainbow Fund is the first registered charity of its kind in Mozambique. It supports a variety of social and environmental projects large and small, from building schools to environmental protection initiatives. We are part of a Protected Marine Reserve and have a dedicated environmentalist and community officer at Azura to maximise our efforts to look after the indigenous species and migrating sea-life.
Giving back to
Mozambique
By simply staying at Azura Benguerra Island, you are giving back to the people and country of Mozambique.
- Paying US$ 20 per villa per stay (optional) contribution to The Rainbow Fund to support: Local and environmental projects; the island clinic and school; 20 scholarships for island children to have further education on the mainland.
- Supporting Azura’s carbon-neutral pledge and tree-planting offsetting initiative in which a tree is planted for every guest that visits the island.
- Enjoying the fresh produce which is purchased from local fisherman who sustainably harvest fish, lobster and crab.
- Paying the mandatory US$ 15 per person per stay Bazaruto National Park fee, a marine reserve managed by African Parks.
Sustainability and indigenous materials
Make for elegant living
As you look around your villa, everything that meets your gaze was carefully considered and designed in harmony with nature. Window frames and doors are made by Mozambiquan carpenters and the massive supporting beams are the second-life of storm-felled trees. Where possible, furnishings and materials are handmade by disadvantaged communities across Southern Africa.
