“Saudade” is a Portuguese word which describes a profound emotional state. Saudade is best described as a feeling of nostalgia, evoking a longing to return to a place or relive an experience that once was. It is about embracing the beauty of memories and finding solace in the hope of returning one day.
 

Imagine a private villa nestled along the pristine shores of Mozambique, a hidden gem of luxury and tranquility. This exclusive use retreat boasts six spacious bedrooms, each designed to offer a perfect blend of comfort and elegance.

The airy living spaces are thoughtfully curated, featuring plush furnishings, natural materials, and touches of local artistry that reflect the vibrant culture of Mozambique. A sun-drenched patio invites you to unwind, with panoramic vistas that showcase the ever-changing colours of the sea.
 

Perched along the shoreline of Vilanculos, Mozambique, Saudade settles itself like a pearl upon the eternal expanse of azure, where dreamy seaside holidays are had. It’s apparent that the owners of Saudade – also owners of the neighbouring Vilanculos beach retreat, Villa Coco – know a thing or two about creating an utterly sublime sanctuary beside the sea. From the romance of the thatch on the roof to the weaving threads of whicker in the furniture. The reed in the rugs, the screed across the surfaces and the built-in dreamy beds and bathtubs, the outdoor showers and ample seating areas. Statements on their expertise are made in the layers and layers of texture that authentically declare this hideaway’s intent. That is, to welcome you and your favourite beach companions, into this idyllic tropical haven, to loosen your strides, lighten your thoughts and let the blues of the sensational view carry the tempo.
 

Saudade consists of five mammoth suites and is the perfect spot beside the Indian Ocean, ensconced in the bliss of Mozambique, to luxuriate into the memorable tropical beach holiday of your dreams. Having access to the beach and all of its activities. Being catered to around the clock by the truly exceptional staff that tend to your every need. Including the incredible meals and wonderful island excursions by boat. All you have to do is show up on the shoreline right in front, climb aboard and sail off for a day’s adventures around the Archipelago Islands. Lunch picnics prepared and snorkel kit packed. Fishing rods ready to cast out for that catch of the day. And should you wish to indullge in a memorable private gathering of friends and family, Saudade can be reserved on an Exclusive Use basis, in which case we can accommodate as many as sixteen of your clan with the addition of a really cool bunk room for the younger ones.”
 

Of course, it’s likely that you’ll spend much of your time on the grounds of the villa. Lapping up those tranquil moments in the exterior living, dining and entertaining spaces. Some areas sheltered with their retractable shutters and sliding enclaves, others immersed in the outdoor elements. Overlooking that beautiful ocean with its speckled islands in sight. There’s a pétanque court and plenty of rolling lawn for some cartwheeling down to the beach. And then there’s that swimming pool. A circular body of water that beckons you in to wade about for hours on end, witnessing the colours of the ocean and the horizon evolve with the day.
 

The meaning of Saudade comes from the Portuguese sentiment to evoke a feeling of nostalgia. Although everything about this beautiful beach villa is relatively new and finely fitted with finesse, there is a an age-old presence here, that conjures up feelings of long ago. A Robinson Crusoe-esque era of island life. An authentic connection to the Mozambican coastline, its local treasures and wonderful people that inhabit the area. You might be ensconced in luxury around the clock, but you’ll definitely find yourselves slipping into a slow Saudade serenade from time to time, too.

 

Saudade is so much more than just a luxury holiday destination. The waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago World Heritage Site are an ecological paradise teeming with magnificent sea life. Dolphins, whales, rays, turtles and the endangered dugong swim in the crystal-clear waters of the archipelago that are also home to starfish, seahorses, magnificent corals and an array of beautiful tropical fish. Whether you prefer the tranquil pastimes of soaking up some gentle tropical sunshine with a good book; enjoying the cool turquoise waters of our infinity pool; watching the local fisherman pull in their nets in the time-honored process of their forefathers; A lazy sundowner dhow cruise to end off another magical day or if………you prefer something a little more energetic and exciting, like the adrenaline rush induced by the screaming reel of a solidly struck fishing lure;

the anticipation of a snorkeling safari to “the aquarium” at Two Mile Reef and a chance encounter with wild dolphins, turtles or the elusive dugong; island hopping from one unspoilt and untouched beach to another in search of the iconic pansy shell;

the thrill of skipping across the shallow azure waters on your kiteboard with the wind in your hair, powered by the self same trade winds that have driven the lateen rigged dhows across these tranquil waters for millennia before us…………….

These are experiences that cannot easily be distilled into words, they are the essence of your holiday, your perfect island moments and the core of memories that will last a lifetime.
 

Our Saudade Team is dedicated to giving you the best possible experience. Please talk to us about the various Experiences and our dedicated Guest Concierge will be glad to arrange these for you.  All excursions are optional extras unless indicated otherwise in the rates package.