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 Arching out of the Vamizi seas - twelve kilometres long and a kilometre wide - this whale-shaped curve of beach and bush is drenched in sunshine and breezes.
The miles of unpadded white sand and wild bushy interior are also a sanctuary for samango monkeys, coconut crabs and the 112 species of tropical birds that live here, as well as being a haven for the more land-based creatures amongst us.
Like the 100 turtles that nest on Vamizi’s empty shores and are irresistibly drawn to its peace, solitude and perfect harmony year after year, intrepid travellers and rarified pleasure seekers find it’s just the place to rest their weary fins.
Vamizi Island’s beaches have some of the best sand in the world: so fine it squeaks like icing sugar as you walk on it, so pale and clean that kicking off your shoes is second nature. It’s as if we sift the beach every morning - the only litter you’re likely to see is shells and coral.
What makes it all the more amazing is that you hardly share the shores with anyone (a few other lodge guests and some turtles, perhaps). You can beach-comb for untouched miles or lounge about in total privacy.
Furthermore, the tropical sea that gently laps the shores is as beautiful as you’ve ever seen it.
Finally, the island is a nature reserve, so take nothing but photographs and leave nothing but your incredibly spoilt, sandy footprints.
This craggy coral wilderness - with practically no rainfall - benefits from minimal human impact and is a unique and precious island habitat. It is home to an exceptional number of land-based coastal species of flora and fauna.
Out in the bush are some of the island’s greatest treasures: the giant coconut crabs - vegetarian scavengers with a magpie-like attraction to anything from mobile phones to sandals - who crush coconuts in impressively strong claws; the samango monkeys – close relatives of the blue monkey - and, incredibly for such a small island, 112 recorded species of birdlife.
With numerous butterflies and an exotic selection of tropical trees, bushes and flowers, our nature guides have no shortage of inner island life to show you; they will be genuinely thrilled if you take an interest and follow them through the tangled interior.
Diving
the kind of conditions that divers mostly dream about. One particular Vamizi site ... has been named as one of the top ten scuba sites on the planet.'
A combination of wild underwater landscapes, the bounty of tropical ocean currents and an abundance of marine life, makes Vamizi diving beyond world class.
In this incredible ocean environment, Vamizi Island’s fanatical dive team - which includes qualified PADI divemasters and instructors - take the tropical scuba experience to new depths.
Chilled by water from over a kilometre below, corals on Vamizi’s dramatic drop- offs (unlike most of the world tropical reefs) have not been bleached by the global rise in sea temperatures and make up among the healthiest and most pristine reef-systems you can see anywhere.
There is also a huge variety of marine life here: great shoals of tuna, barracuda, grey reef sharks, turtles and giant groupers, amongst many others.
These are the kind of conditions that divers mostly dream about. One particular Vamizi site, Neptune’s Arm - where coral gardens tumble down the edge of a thousand metre cliff so crowded with fish you can hardly see the view - has been named as one of the top ten scuba sites on the planet.
That said, there are also plenty of easy dives, shallow sites and snorkelling spots for the casual or beginner diver – still stunning, full of life and very close to the island.
Altogether, this makes Vamizi Island more than a great place to dive, it is an oceanic Nirvana.
Fishing
Vamizi fisherfolk are confident enough to guarantee their clients between five and twenty game fish – sometimes even record breakers - in a single session.'
Vamizi Island is a fish Eden. Over 50 mainstream fish species are present in the Vamizi seas - the majority all year round - including a huge variety of big game fish, such as wahoo, yellowfin tuna, greater trevally,sailfish and marlin.
With a kilometre deep drop-off just off the coast, the Vamizi fishing grounds lie as little as ten to thirty minutes from the lodge, making even half a day’s fishing highly productive.
For those who prefer to stay on land, it is also easy to catch a number of fish species straight off the beach, either on a fly or using live bait.
Our professional fishermen are masters of their trade who know the Vamizi seas intimately. They understand each fish species’ habits and movements and how weather, seasons, water temperatures and tides will affect the day’s outcome.
They also have all the skills: from jigging and popping to live-bait fishing and, for the more discerning, deep-sea fly fishing.
Backed up by an almost obsessive team, who literally sing the fish in from the decks of a 28ft Magnum, as well as top-of-the-line equipment, the Vamizi fisherfolk are confident enough to guarantee their clients between five and twenty game fish – sometimes even record breakers - in a single session.
More than deep satisfaction for the serious fisherman, Vamizi fishing is also great fun for first-timers. The seas are fabulous - you’re more than likely to see dolphins or whales on the way - and (no pressure) you’re pretty well expected to bring back supper, or at the very least, tuna
Over a hundred turtles nest on Vamizi Island each year – an average of two a week, making Vamizi the first home for two species: green and hawksbill turtles. Three other species are found in the region.
All of these species are listed as either endangered or critically endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
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 RATES
Per person sharing per night
Luxury Single Villas / Double Vilas / Family Villas (main room)
01 Jan 10 – 31 Jan 10
US$ 850
01 Feb 10 – 31 Mar 10
US$ 560
1 Apr 10 – 31 July 10
1 Sept 10 – 9 Dec 10
US$ 770
1 Aug 10 – 31 Aug 10
10 Dec 10 – 31st Dec 10
US$ 850
Family Villas
01 Jan 10 – 31 Jan 10
US$ 595
01 Feb 10 – 31 Mar 10
US$ 392
1 Apr 10 – 31 July 10
1 Sept 10 – 9 Dec 10
US$ 540
1 Aug 10 – 31 Aug 10
10 Dec 10 – 31st Dec 10
US$ 595
Room Descriptions:
Luxury Single Villas – large and open bedroom, with bathroom en-suite and an open veranda set to the side.
Double Villas - perfect for families or friends traveling together: two separate bedrooms (both with bathrooms en-suite)
and joined by a common veranda area.
NEW Family Villas – three of the Luxury Single Villas now have a separate bedroom at the back of the veranda which
can sleep up to three children. This children's annex room has plenty of space and comes with its own bathroom. The
Family Villas are available from 1st August 2009
Update 3
15/07/09
Single Occupancy 50% surcharge of the applicable rate.
REVISED CHILDRENS
RATES 2010
(sharing a family villa, or
a single/double villa with
an adult)
17 years and above – full price.
Children of 7 and up to 16 – 60% of the adult rate (in either luxury, double of family villa)
Children up to the age of 7 – $100 RACK per child per night (sharing room with adult,1 child per room)
Cots, high chairs and babysitting can be arranged with prior notification.
All children stay at Vamizi at their parents’ own risk.
Triples can be arranged for children under 16.
Rate Includes
Accommodation in ocean-facing beach houses.
All meals, soft drinks, local beer, house wine, basic spirits and bottled water.
Daily laundry service.
Guided activities – shore-based snorkeling, shore-based fishing, sea-kayaking, birding, walking trails,
beach picnics, sailing on the dhow, windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing
Rate Excludes
Flights and transfers to/from the island.
Champagnes, cocktails, premium wines and aperitifs.
Personal gifts and staff gratuities.
Use of boat for snorkeling, deep sea (blue water) & fly fishing.
Scuba diving and scuba courses.
Government airport departure taxes and customs tax.
Entry visa on arrival.
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