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Above: One of the Indian Ocean's best beach holiday destinations – Sugar Beach, Mauritius. Image courtesy of Sugar Beach Resort |
Africa and Indian Ocean Beach Holiday DestinationsDiscover the best beach holiday destinations in Africa and the Indian Ocean. Check out the best beaches, nightlife, resorts and attractions at these top beach locations. |
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Most Popular Beach Holiday Destinations in Africa & Indian Ocean |
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The SeychellesRenowned for dazzling white-sand beaches, dramatic rock formations, warm crystal clear waters and lush tropical vegetation, the Seychelles remains a magical spot for a beach holiday in Africa and the Indian Ocean. Explore La Digue Island and the gorgeous Anse Source d’Argent beach or the equally stunning Praslin Island, home to Anse Lazio, a perfect crescent of soft, fine-grained white sand. Read more about the Seychelles . . . › Best Beaches › Resorts › Things to Do › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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MaldivesThe Maldives offers idyllic surroundings for couples wishing to savour intimate moments together in a unique, serene environment – just perfect for an island beach holiday in Asia. Discover a choice of tranquil and pampered settings on any of the more than 80 exclusive resort islands, which are mostly encircled by gorgeous palm-fringed and sugar-white beaches. Read more about The Maldives . . . › Best Beaches › Resorts › Things to Do › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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MauritiusFamous for its outstanding natural beauty, Mauritius lies east of Madagascar and just south of the equator, and offers a selection of seemingly endless tropical white beaches that are just perfect for a relaxing beach holiday. However, if you tire of lazing around why not explore Black River Gorges National Park, hike to the summit of Montagne du Lion at Grand Port for great views, cool off with a swim at Tamarind Falls, go water skiing or parasailing on Ile aux Cerfs, snorkel the coral reefs or dive deep to spot black-tip reef sharks off Ile Pate. For a memorable beach holiday in Africa and the Indian Ocean, read more about Mauritius . . . › Best Beaches › Resorts › Things to Do › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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MombasaJust a short distance from Kenya's legendary national parks and game reserves lies an almost uninterrupted stretch of beachfront that stretches north and south of the ancient trading city of Mombasa – gateway to the sparkling Indian Ocean. Besides sunbathing and swimming, most beach resorts are perfect for snorkelling, scuba diving, game fishing and spotting marine life such as sea turtles and dolphins. Mombasa is perfect for a beach holiday in Africa. Read more about Mombasa . . . › Best Beaches › Resorts › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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ZanzibarEncircled by snow-white beaches, gin-clear turquoise waters and lush coral gardens, the exotic and welcoming ‘Spice Islands’ of the Zanzibar Archipelago are just a hop, skip and jump from the Tanzanian mainland – the perfect respite after a hot and dusty game safari on mainland Africa. Unwind on a choice of palm-fringed, powder-soft beaches, go diving above offshore coral reefs, hike through pristine rainforest and soak up the island's heady mix of Arab, Persian, Indian, European and African traditions. Zanzibar offers all the ingredients you need for a magical beach holiday in Africa and the Indian Ocean. Read more about Zanzibar . . . › Best Beaches › Resorts › Things to Do › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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Cape TownSurrounded by stunning white-sand beaches and overlooked by the massive Table Mountain, South Africa’s oldest city mixes a rich cultural heritage with an easygoing and laid-back nature. With a choice of world-class shopping, fine dining restaurants and accommodation options to satisfy the most demanding couple, Cape Town has all you need for an unforgettable holiday in Africa. Read more about Cape Town . . . › Best Beaches › Resorts › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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Sharm el-SheikhWith several world-famous dive sites, along with desert and mountain hiking opportunities, luxurious 5-star hotels, shopping options and a sunny climate, the popular resort of Sharm (as it is locally referred to) is an excellent spot for a beach holiday in Africa. Na'ama Bay is the centre of modern Sharm, with a beachfront promenade lined with numerous hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. The large, all-inclusive resort enclave of Nabq (pronounced na-bik) lies around 26km north of the Old Town. Read more about Sharm el-Sheik . . . › Resorts › Sights › Weather › Getting There |
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