Portuguese Island

Formerly known as Elephant Island, aptly named by the British, due to the trade of elephant ivory by tall ships off its shores, this beautiful, uninhabited Island Reserve now known as Ilha das Portugueses was also used as a leper colony, the ruins of which can still be located in the middle of the island.

A short boat ride from Inhaca, you can enjoy the expansive beaches, tranquil, turquoise waters and take long and luxurious walks around to the inner lagoon area where you will truly feel liberated by the freedom and romantic appeal this special Island has to offer.

Be sure to look out for the evasive and rare Humpback Dolphins, still on the endangered species listing – we have a small school of about 15 – 20 Humpbacks in this area which is growing year on year.  They are very shy and we recommend that to maximize your viewing pleasure, that boat engines are turned off and silence is maintained so the Dolphins may approach your boat at their own discretion.