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Island Excursions - Santorini
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Explore the breathtaking beauty of the archipelago and its turquoise hues

Cruise at leisure and discover the magic of the Bazaruto Archipelago, which offers something for everyone. Aphrodite is our boat of choice for snorkelling day trips and boat charters, which offers comfort for longer journeys.

We offer day trips to Magaruque, Benguerra, Bazaruto and Paradise Island. Sunset cruises are best enjoyed on our traditional wooden dhow.

The ocean's beauty is a mesmerising dance of shimmering water and endless horizons.

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Island Day Trips

The Bazaruto Archipelago consists of 5 islands found off the coast of Vilanculos. Unveil a new tapestry of tropical wonders and hidden gems with our exclusive day trips to one of these private islands.

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Private Day Trip to Magaruque
The closest island to Santorini Mozambique, Magaruque is the third largest island in the Archipelago. The reefs are blessed with abundant marine life and a the trip includes a leisurely cruise across the archipelago, offering endless opportunities for snorkelling and swimming.

Our boat trips can accommodate a maximum of 8 guests and can be tailored to your specific needs, with a delicious picnic lunch and refreshments of your choice included in the experience.
Highlights include: snorkelling, swimming, picnic lunch and drinks.
$545 per person
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Private Day Trip to Benguerra
Visit the magical island of Benguerra, the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago at approximately 2400 hectares (24 square kilometres). Step aboard Aphrodite for a 19km cruise to the beach of Benguerra. Known for its diverse landscapes ranging from milkwood forests and wetlands, the island is a sanctuary for small Suni antelope and around 140 bird species.

Surrounded by azure waters teeming with marine life, our experienced skippers will navigate you to some of the best snorkelling sites on 2 Mile Reef. A beach picnic and refreshments are provided afterwards.
Highlights include: snorkelling at 2 Mile Reef, swimming, Pansy Island visit, picnic lunch and drinks.
$625 per person
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Private Day Trip to Paradise Island
Paradise Island, also known as Santa Carolina, has a land size of approximately 59 hectares (0.6 square kilometres). Characterised by its rocky coastline, the island is surrounded by 3 untouched coral reefs which are everything the name suggests - snorkelling paradise.

A day trip to Paradise Island takes you back to life in the 1950s with the option to visit the ruins of the 250-bed Santa Carolina Hotel which thrived for 20 years and was abandoned during the Independence War in 1973. After your chosen activities, our team will provide a picnic-style lunch before heading back to the mainland.
Highlights include: Exploring the remains of the island’s old hotel and church, snorkelling, swimming, picnic lunch and drinks.
$725 per person
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Private Day Trip to Bazaruto
Holding claim to 2 Mile Reef, impressive sand dunes, and freshwater lakes, Bazaruto is the largest island and a must-see when visiting Santorini Mozambique. Located approximately 41 kilometres from Vilanculos, expect a slightly longer day trip but with the reward of discovering one of the most beautiful snorkelling spots in the area.

The long barrier reef located between Bazaruto and Benguerra Island is home to thousands of species of fish, vibrant coral reefs, thrilling swim-throughs, and overhangs as well as five species of turtles, nurse sharks, and the elusive dugong. You will also have the opportunity to climb sand dunes and visit Pansy Island, where the day trip concludes with a delicious picnic lunch and refreshments.
Highlights include: snorkelling at 2 Mile Reef, climbing up the sand dunes, Pansy Island visit, picnic lunch and drinks.
$650 per person
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Private Day Trip to Magaruque
The closest island to Santorini Mozambique, Magaruque is the third largest island in the Archipelago. The reefs are blessed with abundant marine life and a the trip includes a leisurely cruise across the archipelago, offering endless opportunities for snorkelling and swimming.

Our boat trips can accommodate a maximum of 8 guests and can be tailored to your specific needs, with a delicious picnic lunch and refreshments of your choice included in the experience.
Highlights include: snorkelling, swimming, picnic lunch and drinks.
$545 per person
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Private Day Trip to Benguerra
Visit the magical island of Benguerra, the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago at approximately 2400 hectares (24 square kilometres). Step aboard Aphrodite for a 19km cruise to the beach of Benguerra. Known for its diverse landscapes ranging from milkwood forests and wetlands, the island is a sanctuary for small Suni antelope and around 140 bird species.

Surrounded by azure waters teeming with marine life, our experienced skippers will navigate you to some of the best snorkelling sites on 2 Mile Reef. A beach picnic and refreshments are provided afterwards.
Highlights include: snorkelling at 2 Mile Reef, swimming, Pansy Island visit, picnic lunch and drinks.
$625 per person
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Private Day Trip to Paradise Island
Paradise Island, also known as Santa Carolina, has a land size of approximately 59 hectares (0.6 square kilometres). Characterised by its rocky coastline, the island is surrounded by 3 untouched coral reefs which are everything the name suggests - snorkelling paradise.

A day trip to Paradise Island takes you back to life in the 1950s with the option to visit the ruins of the 250-bed Santa Carolina Hotel which thrived for 20 years and was abandoned during the Independence War in 1973. After your chosen activities, our team will provide a picnic-style lunch before heading back to the mainland.
Highlights include: Exploring the remains of the island’s old hotel and church, snorkelling, swimming, picnic lunch and drinks.
$725 per person
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Private Day Trip to Bazaruto
Holding claim to 2 Mile Reef, impressive sand dunes, and freshwater lakes, Bazaruto is the largest island and a must-see when visiting Santorini Mozambique. Located approximately 41 kilometres from Vilanculos, expect a slightly longer day trip but with the reward of discovering one of the most beautiful snorkelling spots in the area.

The long barrier reef located between Bazaruto and Benguerra Island is home to thousands of species of fish, vibrant coral reefs, thrilling swim-throughs, and overhangs as well as five species of turtles, nurse sharks, and the elusive dugong. You will also have the opportunity to climb sand dunes and visit Pansy Island, where the day trip concludes with a delicious picnic lunch and refreshments.
Highlights include: snorkelling at 2 Mile Reef, climbing up the sand dunes, Pansy Island visit, picnic lunch and drinks.
$650 per person

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