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Handpicked lodges, island hideaways and honest first-hand advice across Mozambique, Madagascar, Maldives, Seychelles and Zanzibar.

70Handpicked stays
5Island regions
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Why travellers use Barefoot Breaks

Real people, real advice and places chosen because the team knows the coast.

The original Barefoot Breaks promise is practical: one enquiry can cover multiple lodges, advice comes from people who know the region, and the recommendations stay focused on authentic beach breaks rather than generic package holidays.

Start with a destination, a travel style or a lodge shortlist, then send one enquiry for the whole trip.

Destinations

Choose your island region.

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Bazaruto Archipelago

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Bazaruto Archipelago.

From R37,866
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Fanjove Island

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Fanjove Island.

From R109,780
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La Digue

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across La Digue.

From R62,716
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Madagascar

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Madagascar.

From R25,646
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Mafia Island

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Mafia Island.

From R32,383
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Mahe

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Mahe.

From R32,466
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Main Island

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Main Island.

From R114,669
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Mainland Lodges

Explore handpicked lodges and island stays across Mainland Lodges.

From R43,172
Getaway ideas

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Accommodation catalogue

Featured from 70 handpicked stays.

Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

293 on Komba

A simple yet comfortable little lodge of 4 bedrooms on lovely Nosy Komba island - run by South African couple Danielle and Chris, whose enthusiasm and warm hospitality...

From R25,646
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

Anantara Bazaruto

The largest and most conventional of all the lodges in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Anantara Bazaruto with its 44 villas appeals to travellers wanting to head off the beaten...

From R37,866
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

AndBeyond Benguerra Lodge

Taken over a few years ago by top lodge operator andBeyond who transformed the lodge with an extensive and luxurious renovation, the original lodge built on this stunning...

From R95,665
Madagascar, Main Island

Anjajavy

The 25 luxurious rosewood villas of this Relais et Chateaux property lie on an extraordinary peninsular of untouched bays, Tsingy forest, coral reefs and lemurs - the best...

From R114,669
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Ankazoberavina

Whilst there are many island lodges that boast of offering a “Robinson Crusoe” type experience, this little eco-lodge consisting of 8 simple wooden bungalows on a protected tropical...

From R29,663
Seychelles, Mahe

Anse Soleil Beachcomber

If being located on a sensational beach is more important to you than staying in a luxurious hotel room, then head to this simple little 20-room guesthouse/hotel perched...

From R32,466
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Antoremba Lodge

Antoremba is in many ways the epitome of the type of lodge we love here at Barefoot Breaks - nestled on a picture-perfect golden beach south of Nosy...

From R24,167
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Anvil Bay

Think of a stylish game lodge located above a beach (rather than next to a waterhole) and you'll have some idea of the feel of Anvil Bay's 9...

From R43,172
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

Azura Benguerra

Our favourite Mozambique lodge of all - a wonderful blend of six-star luxury and laid-back island style offering sensational dining experiences and gorgeous thatched rooms (all with private...

From R46,847
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

Azura Marlin Beach

An old favourite of South African travellers which closed after a fire back in 2012, this lodge on the south-west of Benguerra re-opened under the Azura banner in...

From R60,597
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Bahia Mar

With stunning views out over the azure waters and scattered islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago, the Bahia Mar is a very stylish yet reasonably priced alternative to the...

From R35,677
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Baraza

ALL INCLUSIVE! An opulent and stunningly luxurious resort of 30 villas which simply ooze Zanzibari style and character - definitely one of the finest quality resorts on the...

From R81,588
Client feedback

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and cannot recommend Rosie enough! If you enjoy stays that are a little less generic and way less mainstream, do yourself a favor and look at her website.

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and cannot recommend Rosie enough! If you enjoy stays that are a little less generic and way less mainstream, do yourself a favor and look at her website.

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and cannot recommend Rosie enough! If you enjoy stays that are a little less generic and way less mainstream, do yourself a favor and look at her website.

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and cannot recommend Rosie enough! If you enjoy stays that are a little less generic and way less mainstream, do yourself a favor and look at her website.

Client Feedback

and cannot recommend Rosie enough! If you enjoy stays that are a little less generic and way less mainstream, do yourself a favor and look at her website.

Client Feedback

and cannot recommend Rosie enough! If you enjoy stays that are a little less generic and way less mainstream, do yourself a favor and look at her website.

Client Feedback