CURRENTLY CLOSED. Tiny Medjumbe island with its 12 luxurious chalets is a magical destination boasting some of the most gorgeous white sand beaches we've seen, fringed by stunning aquamarine seas!

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 island in the Bazaruto Archipelago is again one of the very best!

A big favourite for keen scuba divers and snorkellers in particular for many years now, Angaga is an idyllic, stunningly beautiful Maldives island that's perfect for people looking for a more traditional style Maldives resort offering great natural beauty at a reasonable price.

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 island really does deliver on this promise!

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 plunge pools!) lying literally on the endless beach. Simply very, very cool and vibey!

Swim with whale sharks, snorkel on coral reefs, picnic on pristine sand banks, or simply relax on the stunning white powder beach in front of Butiama – this gorgeous little beach lodge on unspoiled Mafia Island has jumped straight into our shortlist of favourites!

Tsarabanjina is our choice as THE best island lodge in Madagascar - it really is the epitome of exclusive barefoot luxury! A great choice for honeymooners or a romantic break, or perhaps for well-heeled divers wanting to explore the area's pristine reefs!

Head for Denis Island if you want wonderfully unspoiled natural surroundings, loads of outdoor activities and the peace and solitude that come with staying in a small, intimate lodge far away from the relative hordes of holidaymakers on the main islands.

Filitheyo is the perfect place for a fantastically relaxing Maldives holiday - a superb house reef and sandy beaches; comfortable accommodation; exceptionally friendly service and consistently excellent food – all of this and reasonable prices too!

The epitome of Castaway Chic and the complete antithesis of commercial tourism, the gorgeous Fundu Lagoon is situated in a remote cove on Pemba Island and accessible by boat only. Great style, great vibe...an unforgettable experience!

One of the better value resorts in the notoriously expensive Maldives, this large resort offers something for just about everyone - families and romantics alike!

ALL INCLUSIVE! Position, position, position – with its remote hill-top position overlooking a magnificent white sand beach and the azure waters of the Pemba Channel, the Manta Resort is an absolute jewel!

If you’re looking to drop out of the madness of modern life for a week or so, then it’s hard to imagine a more pristine and “off the map” destination to escape to than Nuarro!

With just 9 stylish bungalows this wonderfully intimate beach lodge on the charmingly time-warped island of Mafia is the perfect place to escape for a romantic break or for world class scuba diving!

Gorgeously unspoiled natural island feel with sandy paths leading through the tropical forest to superb sandy beaches - Reethi Beach remains a top choice amongst mid-range resorts with many repeat guests. Excellent snorkelling!

The most popular choice amongst South Africans visiting Nosy Be, Sakatia Lodge is an unpretentious and easy going and attractively located lodge that is especially popular with scuba divers wanting to explore the area’s rich coral reefs!

A charmingly unpretentious little gem of a lodge, perfect for scuba diving or deep-sea fishing enthusiasts eager to explore the under-water riches on offer in the fabulous Quirimbas Archipelago!

Vilamendhoo is the sister resort to ever-popular Meeru – it takes that resort’s proven winning formula and then adds to it absolutely outstanding snorkelling, courtesy of one of the very best house reefs in the Maldives!