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AFRICA’S ISLAND GETAWAYS
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THE PERFECT BEACH DESTINATION FOR YOU
The wonderful thing about Africa is that it’s not just about the Big Five and safari experience. We like to believe it’s the perfect combination of beach and bush (and if you throw in one of the bustling cities, like Cape Town or Kigali, you’ve got the cosmopolitan experience too).
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The point we’re trying to get at, is that there really is something for everyone.
And when Africa does something, it does it well. We don’t just have wildlife, we have the Big Five. We don’t just have the bush, we have the Serengeti and Kruger National Park. We don’t just have beaches, we have the Seychelles, Mauritius and Zanzibar.
For some of us, going on holiday is the only time we get to really relax and take a break from our busy, stressful lives. And nothing quite achieves this like a beach holiday. It’s difficult not to relax when all you have to worry about is which white-sand beach to lie on and how often to reapply sunscreen.
Thailand, Bali, Hawaii, the Bahamas are all wonderful beach destinations. But don’t rule Africa off the list, we have some of the most beautiful and untouched beaches in the world, the best weather, and a cultural melting pot of friendly and welcoming locals.
Here is a breakdown of our top African beach holiday destinations to help you figure out which one is the perfect one for you.
The Seychelles
The Seychelles is made up of 115 dazzling granite and coral islands. The beaches are those that you would see on a postcard – pristine, untouched and idyllic. Sugar white-sand beaches are fringed with palm trees and set against a spectacular backdrop of lush, tropical forests. The beaches are, in fact, so beautiful that they regularly appear on lists of “Top Ten Beaches in the World”.
Because it consists of both larger and smaller islands, the Seychelles is the perfect beach holiday destination for those wanting a busier, more “touristy” experience, and those looking for a smaller, more exclusive and private experience. The tropical forests also have beautiful hiking trails, making it ideal for both beach and nature lovers alike. The Seychelles is also home to two World Heritage Sites, Aldabra (the world’s largest raised coral atoll) and Vallée de Mai (once believed to be the original site of the Garden of Eden).
PERFECT FOR:
Honeymooners or couples looking for a romantic getaway or destination wedding.
Adventure-lovers looking for water sports and exciting and unique nature trails.
Busy and stressed out individuals looking to truly switch off and relax (the smaller islands offer extremely exclusive experiences).
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Mauritius
2 000 Kilometres (1 200 miles) off the south-east coast of Africa lies the tropical island of Mauritius. With more than 150 kilometres (90 miles) of palm-fringed, white-sand beaches and protected by the world’s third largest coral reef, it is no doubt a must-visit holiday destination. Those who have treated themselves to a Mauritius getaway have loved it so much that Mauritius has one of the highest rates of return tourism in the world!
Mauritius is ideal for beach, sun and sea-lovers – endless beaches, crystal clear water and tropical fish create the perfect conditions for snorkeling, diving, glass-bottomed boat trips and sailing. Mauritians are a multi-cultural blend of French, British, Asian, African and Creole which results in a unique and welcoming local culture, delicious cuisine and beautiful music.
PERFECT FOR:
Families looking for a beach holiday with activities and fun for all.
Those looking for a unique and new cultural experience.
Beach and sun-lovers looking to enjoy a variety of water sports and relax in the sun.
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Zanzibar
Zanzibar is an archipelago of islands off the coast of East Africa’s Tanzania. Also known as the Spice Islands, the warm air of the pristine beaches, coral reefs and lush plantations is infused with the scent of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and black pepper. Zanzibar is rustic and unspoiled. Out of all of Africa’s islands, it truly offers the chance to experience an exotic island getaway and African beach holiday without the crowds. The focus here is on the diving and snorkeling – turtles are often spotted, and dolphins are regularly seen on small boat trips.
Zanzibar is not short of cultural interest – it has friendly multi-cultural locals, delicious seafood cuisine, Stone Town (a World Heritage Site), and for the music-lovers, it is also the birthplace of Queen’s Freddie Mercury.
PERFECT FOR:
Foodies looking to indulge in local, fusion cuisine.
Culture lovers looking to explore East Africa’s only functioning ancient town.
Divers & snorkelers wanting to see multi-coloured tropical fish, turtles, dolphins and even whale sharks.
Adventurous spirits wanting a more rustic and untouched experience.
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Madagascar
Exotic, wild and beautiful, Madagascar is a place like no other. This is our African beach holiday destination wildcard. Photos of Madagascar can easily be mistaken for images of a strange, mysterious planet. And with its giant baobabs, large-eyed lemurs, rainforest, desert and azure waters, it might as well be. Of course, it wouldn’t feature in this blog if it didn’t tick the boxes for the perfect beach holiday. Madagascar has 250 islands, 450 km (280 miles) of barrier reef and 5 000 km (3 000 miles) of coastline. Snorkelers and divers are spoiled for choice – you can dive with rays, whale and reef sharks, turtles, tropical fish, or explore underwater cathedrals and old shipwrecks.
Step away from the beach and you’ll find yourself surrounded by epic landscapes, incredible plants, and weird and wonderful creatures. Look out for lemurs, orchids, baobabs, mongoose, frogs and palm trees. Unleash your inner Indiana Jones exploring the mountains, sandstone canyons, tropical forests, terraced rice fields and limestone karsts.
PERFECT FOR:
Those looking to go off the beaten track and experience the weird, wild and exotic side of our planet.
Adventure lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to dive, hike, rock climb, kite-surf, mountain-bike and just explore in general.
Culture lovers wanting to meet multi-cultural locals, discover a unique local history, visit a pirate cemetery and indulge in aromatic and spiced French, African, Middle- Eastern and Indonesian-inspired cuisine.
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