They call it barefoot luxury, but here, it’s something extraordinary. Welcome to a world where time breathes slower, tides confide their secrets, and every sunrise awakens the promise of new beginnings. 

Tucked away on the untouched San Sebastian Peninsula near Vilankulo, House Marape unfolds within the Vilankulos Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected haven spanning 43,900 hectares of pristine wilderness and sparkling ocean. Draped in mangroves, rolling dunes, and crystalline shallows, this is your southern gateway to Mozambique’s legendary Bazaruto Archipelago, a marine sanctuary alive with playful dolphins, elusive dugongs, and vibrant coral gardens. 

Five enchanting thatched villas, connected by wooden walkways meandering through lush coastal greenery gaze out over the boundless Indian Ocean. At the heart of House Marape, an inviting open-plan communal lounge pulses with warm energy. Here, guests savor fresh, locally inspired feasts, toast the day’s end with sundowners at the bar, or bask in quiet reflection by the pool and spacious sun decks. The design honors East African coastal traditions, weaving hand-crafted textures, sculpted timber, and lively hues into each space. Every element pays tribute to Mozambique’s soulful rhythm, cultured yet unabashedly authentic, refined yet refreshingly relaxed. 

House Marape is more than a luxury lodge, it’s a living tapestry of community and conservation. The heart and soul of the experience is its devoted team: proud locals whose talents are matched only by their passion. Nurtured from the lodge’s very beginnings, their warmth, stories, and genuine hospitality weave guests into the fabric of this sanctuary. With each meal prepared, each welcome offered, they celebrate their deep-rooted connection to this land. When you stay at House Marape, you become part of a remarkable journey, supporting thriving communities, untouched wilderness, and the enduring soul of the islands.