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Papilio

Vamizi Papilio, aptly named after a genus in the swallowtail butterfly family (or the Latin word for butterfly), is a tranquil haven decorated in delicate hues of cream, muted blues and light wood furnishings. Spacious beyond measure, this light and airy villa offers the ideal refuge for families and groups to reconnect.

  • Reviews
    5/6
  • Vacation Style Relaxed and social family atmosphere
    Premier/Luxury Camp
  • Camp Size 16 guests
All about Papilio

Vamizi Papilio, aptly named after a genus in the swallowtail butterfly family (or the Latin word for butterfly), is a tranquil haven decorated in delicate hues of cream, muted blues and light wood furnishings. Spacious beyond measure, this light and airy villa offers the ideal refuge for families and groups to reconnect. Set within three acres of verdant forest, Papilio has been designed around a “courtyard theme” with a blend of split-level living, cosy nooks for moments of reflection and luxurious rooms that urge guests to completely unwind on their well-deserved vacation.

The main guest areas include a roomy dining area where scrumptious tailor-made menus are served by a private chef, two large sitting rooms (one overlooking the beautiful pristine beach, and the other with a lovely open fireplace for those cooler winter evenings), a convivial bar area, sparkling swimming pool and private beach sala. In the evenings, guests can retreat to one of four spacious ensuite rooms, each with their own private deck and living area, whilst a further two ensuite rooms, built as “treehouses”, can be accessed by a suspended walkway and are wonderful for adults and children alike. A deck sitting in the tree canopy links the two treehouses.

About the camp
Activities
  • Scuba diving
  • Whale watching (seasonal)
  • Kayaking
  • Traditional dhow cruises
  • Sailing
  • Castaway picnics
  • Guided nature walks
  • Local community visits
  • Deep-sea fishing, ethical spear-fishing, fly-fishing
  • Private in-room yoga sessions (subject to availability)
  • In-room spa treatments
  • Seasonal turtle nesting and hatching excursions
Camp Facilities
  • Four ensuite bedrooms
  • Two ensuite treehouse rooms
  • Private beach sala
  • Sparkling swimming pool
  • Two sitting rooms
  • Dining room
  • Butler and villa host
  • Local chef and housekeeper
  • Tower area with panoramic views
  1. Air Travel Daily Airlink Flights

    International scheduled flights to Pemba International Airport (POL) from Johannesburg, Nairobi and Dar es Salaam. This is followed by a one hour connection on a charter flight, aboard a mono-propeller plane to the Vamizi airstrip. Upon landing, guests will be collected by their personal chauffer for a 30 minute scenic drive to their villa.

Accomodation

Is a tranquil haven decorated in delicate hues of cream, muted blues and light wood furnishings. Spacious beyond measure, this light and airy villa offers the ideal refuge for families and groups to reconnect. Set within three acres of verdant forest, Papilio has been designed around a “courtyard theme” with a blend of split-level living, cosy nooks for moments of reflection and luxurious rooms that urge guests to completely unwind on their well-deserved vacation.

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Number of tents
  • 6 (4 adult ensuite rooms, 2 ensuite treehouse rooms)
Suite Descriptions
  • 4 triples
  • twin beds all convertible to doubles
  • overhead fans
  • mosquito nets
  • bath , in the master bedroom and bedroom 2
  • indoor shower
  • separate w.c.
  • in-room safe
  • hairdryer
  • laundry included wi-fi throughout villa
  • private beach dinners
  • massage / health treatments in-room treatments
Electricity & Water

24 hours (50% solar, 50% diesel generator)

Child Policy

Children are welcome

CHILDMINDING Arranged on request (additional charge)

Weather

Mozambique’s hot weather lasts from October to February, while the winter months from June to August are fine and warm

Rainfall usually occurs between November and March and peaks in January and February. Rain is mostly in the form of afternoon storms

Average daytime temperatures are 25 - 36˚C (77 - 93˚F) in summer and 21 - 32˚C (70 - 80˚F) in winter. Water temperature ranges from 26 - 31˚C (79 - 88˚F) in summer and 21 - 28˚C (70 - 82˚F) in winter

Other

The island is situated in a malaria area and necessary precautions should be taken

Please note that park fees and government charges may apply. Speak to your travel consultant for more details.

Drones are not permitted at Reserves and Lodges.