Marlin Lodge is located on the second largest island, Benguerua that makes up the Bazaruto Archipelago, The lodge is constructed from Mozambican hardwoods; reed and cement clad brick walls and thatched roofs. Benguerua Island was originally named "San Antonio" by Portuguese explorers and was later named "Benguerua" after a local tribal chief. The island is approximately 11 kms in length and 5.5 kms wide and lies 14 kms offshore from the mainland and the town of Vilanculos. On the Southern point of the Island you will find Casuarina trees planted by convicts from penal colonies in the area during Portuguese reign. The trees are not indigenous and prevent erosion on the Island.

Elevated wooden walkways connect the seventeen chalets to the main areas, preserving local plant life. Generator power supplies electricity for lighting, air conditioners and overhead fans. Water is supplied from a well situated about a kilometre away from the lodge. The water is purified through a filter system and is safe to drink from the tap.
Each of the luxury beach chalets has a veranda, which is also a perfect location for a private dinner for two. The inside of the chalets is constructed with sophisticated designed finishes, including slated flooring, plastered surfaces and soft lighting.
The Archipelago is a shell lover's haven. At North Point, Pansy Island and numerous surrounding sandbanks, many of the famous "Pansy Shells" can be found. There are two types of these shells, one of which is endemic to Mozambique.ﾠ The two freshwater lakes on the Island are ideal for bird watching or just relaxing at. Indigenous crocodiles are also present in these lakes.

There are five species of dolphin found in the area and they can be seen frolicking around the sandbanks or lazily swimming past the front of Marlin Lodge. In deeper waters, Humpback whales can be seen in the summer months. For birding enthusiasts, approximately 78 different species of birds have been identified and confirmed on the island, in habitats varying from the coastal dunes, open grasslands and fresh water lakes, to Savannah and acacia woodlands. A few of the more unusual birds to be seen are the Green Coucals, Green Pigeons, Purple banded and Black Sunbirds, Lilac breasted Rollers, Olive Bee-eaters, Mannikins, Paradise Flycatchers, Fish Eagles, Flamingoes, Starlings and various waders such as Curlews, Bartailed Godwits, Whimbrels, and Crab Plovers. Other animals to be seen are the plentiful Red-tailed Squirrels, as well as Suni and Duiker, which have been re-introduced to the island.

Room rate from £599 per room per night includes Mozambican sales tax, accommodation three meals per day, teas and coffees, water sports: windsurfing, ocean ski paddling, power kite flying & catamaran sailing
Excluded; Visa costs, departure tax ex Vilanculos and the National Park Fee
No children under 14 years permitted