Located in the Quirimbas Archipelago, off Mozambique’s north coast, Matemo Island Resort is an exclusive luxury retreat with 24 thatched chalets fringing the beach.

The rooms are spacious with en-suite bathrooms that boast custom-made tubs, and both indoor and outdoor showers. The surrounding waters are a divers’ paradise with a huge range of marine species on view, including visits from whale sharks, dolphins, turtles and whales. The activity centre caters for both adults and children, and the dining consists of big buffet spreads of freshly caught seafood.