Africa’s most beautiful Islands; from Cape Verde to Zanzibar.
Africa is the second largest continent in the world. It is home to over a billion people and over a thousand animal species. With an incredible landscape ranging from mountains to plateaus, deserts to wetlands and from beaches to waterfalls; it is no wonder why Africa is a top travel destination for many travelers around the world.
Whether you are planning an action-packed vacation, a romantic honeymoon or even a private getaway to relax and detox; Africa has just what you need. In this edition, we give you a tour around five of the continent’s most enthralling islands. Promise to send us selfies when you visit–p.s we know you won’t be able to resist these beauties!
1. Cape Verde
Cape Verde is an archipelago (a cluster of islands) located about 350 miles west off of the Senegalese coast and in the middle of the Atlantic ocean. The almost-always-sunny island country comprises ten gorgeous tropical islands, with each island offering a different experience from the last. Described as the beach lover’s paradise, Sal is the archipelago’s most visited island, this is probably because of its easy accessibility and golden sandy beaches.
Cape Verde’s rich culture, diverse cuisine, warm beaches, magnificent mountain ranges and friendly natives make the country an ideal travel destination.
2. Seychelles
Located in eastern Africa, in the middle of the Indian Ocean and 1000 miles east of Kenya; Seychelles (pronounced ‘Say-Shells’) is an island country made of 115 paradise islands. Renowned for its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, lush hills, tropical forests and diverse array of wildlife; the archipelago is a popular travel destination for tourists from all over the world. It is no wonder that the island is lavish with luxury, first-class hotels and exotic resorts.
Regardless of whether you want to honeymoon with your significant other or go thrill seeking and snorkelling with a group of friends, Seychelles is the place for you.
3. Zanzibar
Lying in the Indian ocean, off of the East African coast is Zanzibar–a Tanzanian archipelago. Zanzibar boasts of a unique culture and rich history, a blend of Indian, Arabic, Persian and African influences. The island is an African beauty that is home to first-class nature reserves, luxurious spa resorts, breathtaking reefs and some of the continent’s most beautiful beaches.
If you ever decide to visit, apart from hitting the beach, be sure to visit Stone Town, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, Old Fort of Zanzibar and Changuu for the full Zanzibar experience.
4. Mauritius
Bustling with colour and cultural diversity, and lying 500 miles east of Madagascar is the enchanting island nation; Mauritius. For many travelers all over the world, Mauritius is a top pick in the luxury travel market. The island is a perfect beach getaway, with an abundance of world-class holiday resorts offering a wide variety of action-packed adventures ranging from scuba diving to deep-sea fishing.
If you love dolphins, hiking, good food and everything luxury, then Mauritius is the place to be.
5. Madagascar
Madagascar is an island country in the Indian Ocean, 250 miles off the East African coast (it is the largest African island and fourth largest island in the world). The island offers an abundance of unique flora and fauna; Baobabs, Lemurs, rainforests. It is believed that 90% of the wildlife in Madagascar are endemic, which means that they are found nowhere else in the world.
This island country is the dream destination for outdoor enthusiasts and anyone looking for a tranquil getaway.
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