Kisawa Sanctuary
Vilanculos, Inhambane, Mozambique · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Kisawa means unbreakable, and this defines our commitment: to build a bond between people and place, life and land. Our mission is to bring wilderness and wellbeing together, carefully and comfortably. Our hospitality is generous and personalised, with a core sense of care at its heart. In all that we do, we want to support and enable our guests to do as they wish, when they wish.
Home to some of the richest subtropical ecosystems, Kisawa Sanctuary’s mission is to bring wilderness and well-being together. Feel the healing energies of the island with a complimentary welcome treatment or therapeutic massage ritual. Savor fresh ingredients sourced from farmers and fishermen within the Inhambane province. And stay in one of the 11 secluded residences, each with a private beach, infinity pool, and open-air deck overlooking the resort’s dreamy 300-hectare property.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- One additional 60-minutes spa treatment, for two persons, during the stay (one is already included in the Kisawa guest experience for all guests)
- Stays of 7+ nights will receive an additional $200 Food & Beverage credit (for a total of $300 during stay)
- Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
Current offers
- Mozambique Calling — through 2027-03-31 · (Re)discover your own rhythm, re(connect) with yourself and nature and be among the first to experience this incredible island culture with a Kisawa Sanctuary escape. “Our mission is to bring wilderness and wellbeing together, carefully and comfortably”. Mozambique Calling includes: * 5 nights pay 4 (repeatable) Based on the Kisawa Guest Experience – All Inclusive rate * Valid for stays until 31 March 2027 (blackout dates apply*)
In the know
Go snorkeling with sea turtles on the Kisawa reefs or sail to Bazaruto Island for a chance to see one of the 200 dugongs left in the region.
The property, in facts
| Where | Benguerra Island, Vilanculos, Inhambane, Mozambique |
|---|---|
| Category | Beach Resort |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Rooms | 8 |
| Room types | 5 |
| Nearest airport | Vilanculos (VNX) · 13 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Zen |
| Known for | Beach, Ecotourism, Seclusion |
Rooms and suites
- Kisawa Residence — Kisawa Residence, The founding residence. Featuring two bungalows with similar dimensions and features as the Two-bedroom bungalow. The two bungalows are…
- One-Bedroom Bungalow — One Bedroom Residence with bespoke interiors, featuring a generous living room, king bedroom, two dressing rooms, a joint bathroom and two individual powder…
- Two-Bedroom Residence — Two bungalows are connected via an open-air deck, each with bespoke interiors featuring generous living rooms, king bedrooms, two dressing rooms each, joint…
- Three-Bedroom Residence — Three individual bungalows featuring bespoke interiors, generous living rooms, king bedrooms, two dressing rooms each and two bathrooms per bungalow. The…
- One-Bedroom with Annex — One-Bedroom with Annex, A choice of twin beds or a king bed, the additional self-contained annex features one dressing room and one bathroom with shower and…
In the room
Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Kitchen · Private Pool · Sitting Area
Nearby in the atlas
- Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort — Vilanculos, Mozambique