Anvil Bay

Private barefoot-luxury wilderness experience with miles of uninhabited pristine coastline in the spectacular Maputo Special Reserve, one of Earth's biologically richest ecosystems. Home to Southern Africa's last herd of coastal elephants, with seasonal whale and turtle encounters. Offers myriad beach, ocean, and park activities, authentic Mozambique cuisine with fresh seafood, and a small ecological footprint as a fully solar-powered, community-owned, responsible tourism destination. Features 10 canvas and thatch Casinhas nestled in the dune forest on stilted wooden decks, each with private beachfront access, designed to preserve the natural surroundings with minimal outdoor lighting to protect nesting turtles. Activities include snorkeling, ocean safaris, game drives, and guided turtle tours from October to March, with a focus on conservation and community benefits through the Chemucane Tourism Company, a joint venture with the Bell Foundation.