About
At Tsai Tsai, we specialise in luxury lifestyle experiences through our portfolio of exquisite private villas and boats in Vilanculos and the Bazaruto Archipelago.
We offer a range of accommodation and enhancements to meet every explorer’s dream. Base yourself in one of our villas, enhance your stay with a choice of boats from our marine fleet or adventure with the wide range of activities available across our coastline, wildlands, islands and oceans.
With over 30 years’ experience in Mozambique and high-end hospitality, we can help design your stay to meet individual desires, or you can simply book and enjoy the privacy of your own space and discovery.
Rooms
We have a portfolio of beautifully designed villas and suites, each with a different feel and price range to allow everyone to enjoy the Tsai-Tsai portfolio. Indulge in our luxury private beachfront villas with exquisite ocean views and luxurious infinity pools, enjoy our lush private garden villa with a secluded pool or relax in the garden suites of our partner hotel nestled within hidden gardens and full access to the hotel facilities.
Immerse in the secrets of this wild and undiscovered Mozambican paradise and join us in exploring this special part of the world.
VillaOne @ Tsai-Tsai
Luxury Beachfront Villa
Sleeps 10
VillaTwo @ Tsai-Tsai
Luxury Beachfront Villa
Sleeps 6
VillaFour @ Tsai-Tsai
Garden Villa
Sleeps 6
GardenSuites @ BahiaMar
Hotel Suites
Sleeps 2
Amenities
VillaOne@Tsai-Tsai – 5-Bedroom Luxury Beachfront Villa
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Five double bedrooms
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Four in the main villa (two en suite, two with shared bathroom)
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One in private garden cottage with en suite bathroom
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Private verandahs with ocean or garden views for all bedrooms
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Rooftop jacuzzi with panoramic views of the Bazaruto Archipelago
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Infinity pool overlooking the ocean
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Fully equipped kitchen
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Indoor and outdoor lounges & dining areas
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Entertainment area with bar and surround sound system
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Rooftop terrace with hot tub, built-in grill, outdoor lounge and sundeck
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Sunken outdoor firepit lounge
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Private beach access
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Access to Tsai-Tsai beach bar (guests only)
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Lush tropical gardens and birdlife
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Located within indigenous coastal dune vegetation
Garden Cottage Features:
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Double bedroom with en suite bathroom
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Kitchenette
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Private garden
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Indoor and outdoor living areas
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Covered verandah
VillaTwo@Tsai-Tsai – 3-Bedroom Elevated Luxury Villa
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Three double bedrooms
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Two in the main villa
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One in private garden cottage with en suite bathroom
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All bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and verandahs with panoramic views
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Rooftop terrace with expansive ocean and island views
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Infinity pool with sundeck
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Open-plan lounge leading to pool deck
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Indoor and outdoor dining areas
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Fully equipped kitchen
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Bar fridge
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Sheltered braai area
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Private garden and outdoor lounge areas
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Elevated setting with pathway to the beach
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Access to Tsai-Tsai beach lounge (guests only)
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Surrounded by manicured gardens and indigenous vegetation
Garden Cottage Features:
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Double bedroom with en suite bathroom
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Kitchenette
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Outdoor dining area
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Braai and verandah
VillaFour@Tsai-Tsai – 3-Bedroom Private Garden Villa
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Three double bedrooms, each with private outdoor spaces
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Two and a half bathrooms
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Open-plan kitchen and lounge
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Indoor and outdoor dining areas
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Large private garden with swimming pool and pool deck
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Fully equipped self-catering kitchen
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Braai facilities
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Option to hire a private local chef
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Daily housekeeping
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On-site villa hosts
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24-hour security within Tsai-Tsai villa development
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150m from the beach with full secure access
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Access to Tsai-Tsai beach bar (guests only)
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Surrounded by tropical gardens, coastal vegetation and birdlife
Ocean Safaris
Our ocean safari fleet of luxury boats can take you on a journey of discovery into one of the richest ecosystems on Earth.
With our experienced crew, we can help organise ocean safari activities including deep sea fishing, snorkelling, island hopping, remote sandbank picnics, whale watching, dugong & dolphin spotting, flamingo spotting, birdwatching, mangrove exploring, sunset cruises and more.
Whether it’s for adventure or relaxation, by day or by night, we will immerse you in the magic of tropical islands, towering sand dunes, castaway sandbanks and tidal lagoons. Enjoy abundant marine life, endangered species, whale migrations and unique birdlife amongst world-renowned scenes of natural beauty.
FAQs
Are the villas serviced?
Yes, daily housekeeping is included. Towels are also provided and laundry is included.
Is catering included?
Tsai-Tsai Villas are all self-catering. There is a list of third-party approved chefs who are available on request.
How do I get to Tsai-Tsai Villas?
Vilanculos International Airport (VNX) is only 15 minutes from the property. Airlink flies daily from Johannesburg, and LAM operates flights from Maputo. Airport transfers can be arranged upon request with approved taxi services.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vilanculos is a safe and peaceful town. Tsai-Tsai Villas are all inside a fenced perimeter and we have 24-hour gate and night guards.
Do I have direct access to the beach?
Yes, each villa has its own path to the beach and guests have shared access to the Tsai-Tsai beach lounge.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, there is free Wi-Fi in all the villas. Please note that the connection can sometimes be slow or unreliable.
What is the weather like?
The cooler, more settled months are May to October. The hotter, more humid months with higher rainfall probability are from November to April. However, the weather can be unpredictable at any time of year.
Can I bring my family?
Yes, Tsai-Tsai Villas are family-friendly. Cots can be provided on request. Children must be supervised around pool areas at all times.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 2pm and check-out is at 10:30am. A villa manager will meet you on arrival.
Rates
Rack Rates
Unit
Low Season
High Season
Christmas
Villa One
1-2 PAX
620
963
1650
3-10 PAX
1100
1375
1650
Villa Two
1-2 PAX
481
688
1169
3-10 PAX
619
825
1169
Villa four
1-2 PAX
275
481
689
3-10 PAX
413
550
689
STO Rates
Unit
Low Season
High Season
Christmas
Villa One
1-2 PAX
496
770
1320
3-10 PAX
880
1100
1320
Villa Two
1-2 PAX
385
550
935
3-10 PAX
495
660
935
Villa four
1-2 PAX
220
385
551
3-10 PAX
330
440
551
Rack rates quoted in USD per villa per night self catering with housekeeping
Subject to change
Low season: February, March, May, June, November
High season: 11th–31st January, April, July, August, September, October, 1st–14th December
Christmas: 15th December – 10th January
Minimum stay low season & high season: 2 nights, Christmas season: 5 nights
Conservation levy $20 per booking per villa will be added in support of our marine conservation partner Likhulu Foundation. For more information on our conservation partner please visit https://likhulu.org.mz/
General terms
No unauthorised parties/events/outside operators/outside staff or visitors allowed in the villas. Only the number of guests on the reservation will be permitted to stay
Check in 14:00 check out 11:00. Early check in/late check out cannot be assumed or guaranteed at any time
Guests will be liable for damages, breakages and loss to the properties and charged prior to check out
Chef/catering services, boats, airport transfers available to add on subject to availability. Advance booking required
Payment terms
If more than 30 days prior to arrival 50% deposit required to secure booking
Within 30 days prior to arrival 100% non refundable deposit is required
Guest is responsible for all bank charges. If paying in a different currency, exchange rate is not fixed – exchange rate of the day to be used for each transfer
Dates will not be held without deposit
Payments made via the payment link (tab) will have a 4% charge applied
Cancellation policy
Up to 60 days before arrival deposit is refundable or transferable
Within 60 days prior to arrival deposit is non refundable but transferable (valid for 1 year or otherwise agreed upon, subject to seasonal rate differences and escalation)
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