On 1 September an annular solar eclipse (the moon eclipses the sun, but it at its farthest point from the earth, the moon does not cover the entire sun, leaving a 'ring of fire'. will pass over the remote Quirimbas Archipelago in the north of Mozambique. Azura Quilalea Private Island will be in the centre line of the moon's shadow - the perfect place to experience this once in a lifetime event. This won't happen again in the Quirimbas for another 84 years
Also observe the conjugation of Jupiter, Venus, Mercury and the moon between 27 August and 3 September, while Mars and Saturn will also be visible. All 5 planets observable simultaneously
Surcharge of USD 70pppn between 27 Aug and 3 Sep

July brings the start of Whale Season within the Marine Reserve. Majestic Humpback whales migrate to warmer waters from July to November. This year, the whales were spotted early, with a family of whales spotted towards the end of May. Throughout whale season, guests at White Pearl Resort, and others up the coast towards the north may be lucky enough to get up close and personal with these majestic creatures when out on an ocean safari.