Kisawa Sanctuary

pin_drop Benguerra Island, Mozambique

Creating a positive impact for the people of Mozambique and its natural surroundings

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About The Hotel

Harnessing sea and sand, Kisawa Sanctuary pioneers 3D printing for the intrepid traveler. Kisawa is a 300-hectare sanctuary of forest, beach and sand dunes, located on the southern tip of Benguerra Island off Mozambique, on the Eastern coast of Africa. Part of the Bazaruto Achipelago, this WWF National Marine Park is home to some of the richest and least explored subtropical ecosystems in the Indian Ocean. Kisawa features a standalone spa –The Natural Wellness Center – which specialises in Traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Kisawa is a combination of 12 one, two and three bedroom bungalows, positioned within a 300 hectare stretch of forest, beach and sand dunes. Each bungalow has its own private beach, an open-air deck, an infinity pool, an outdoor day area and kitchen.

INTERNET

Public areas: free
In room: free

CHILDREN POLICY

Children are welcome

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT

Check-in: 2 pm
Check-out: 11 am

TRANSPORTATION AND TRANSFERS

Subject to supplement

ROOMS

12 bungalows

PARKING

No parking available

PETS

Pets are not allowed

SPA AND LEISURE

outdoor pool
fitness center
spa
diving
snorkeling

ENTERTAINMENT&FAMILY SERVICES

babysitting
family rooms

FOOD&DRINK

restaurant
bar

GENERAL

room service
free wifi
non-smoking rooms
air conditioning

Sustainable Initiatives

Environmental Protection and Conservation

The villas were constructed without any heavy machinery, a conscious effort to minimise the hotel’s impact on the environment. On-site dining offers traditional cuisine from the freshest local ingredients and produce, prepared with a zero-waste, no processed ingredients policy. Kisawa has built a network of farmers and fishermen from within the Inhambane province, supplying natural, local produce from within 300km of Kisawa Sanctuary, with as much as possible grown and made in the Kisawa Kitchen. The property is run by a passionate team of 180 staff, with 90% of the operational team from Africa and the remainder of the team combining different expertise from around the world. With sustainability and environmental protection at the helm of the project, Kisawa's Founder Nina Flohr also launched the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies, a marine conservation center next to the hotel that enables guests to participate in a variety of activities targeting non-profit marine science and research efforts.

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Sustainable Initiatives

Travel Sustainable Measures

Water-efficient toilets
Water-efficient showers
Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
Option to reuse towels

Recycling bins available to guests and waste is recycled
The property makes efforts to reduce food waste
Single-use plastic stirrers not used
Single-use plastic straws not used
Single-use plastic cutlery/plates not used
Single-use plastic cups not used
Single-use plastic water bottles not used

Wild (non-domesticated) animals are not displayed or interacted with while kept at the property, nor are they harvested, consumed, or sold.
Green spaces like (rooftop) gardens at the property
Most food provided is organic

Most food provided at the property is locally sourced
Most lighting throughout property uses energy-efficient LED bulbs

Tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses
Local artists are offered a platform to display their talents
Provide guests with info about local ecosystems, history, culture, and visitor etiquette
Invests a percentage of revenue back into community projects or sustainability projects

BEACH RESORT