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There are hundreds of spectacularly beautiful tropical islands to choose from in and around Africa and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean - an African island holiday is the perfect way to relax and unwind.
The Safari Company has sought out the most romantic and exotic African tropical island getaways for those wanting to soak up the sun and relax on a tropical island beach vacation. The Indian Ocean Islands and African tropical islands are ideal for a romantic honeymoon or the perfect way to end a safari in Africa.
We plan your tropical island beach vacation to fit your needs perfectly. If it is activities you want, or privacy and relaxation, we will plan your beach vacation accordingly! An island holiday is also great for families as the kids love the beach and there's always lots to do. |
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The Indian Ocean Islands offer something for everyone - be it the unspoilt beaches of Seychelles, a stunning beach resort in Mauritius, an adventure in Madagascar, the intoxicating richness of Zanzibar, the remote islands of Mozambique's Bazaruto and Quirimbas Arhcipelagos or the uniqueness of Mumbo Island in Lake Malawi. We also feature Maldives as it is situated in the Indian Ocean.
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The Bazaruto Archipelago is made up of five islands (in order of size: Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Santa Carolina and Bangue). The waters surrounding the islands are home to more than 80 percent of all marine fish families of the Indo-Pacific. The whole Bazaruto Archipelago is an ecological gem that has been granted National Park status.
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| Ilha de Mocambique, the former capital of the Portuguese colony is a must-see for visitors to Mozambique. This UNESCO World Hewritage Site is situated about 2000km north of Maputo and is surrounded by turquoise Indian Ocean waters. This island is like a living museum with rich history around every corner and in every building. Read more... |
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| Lying at the southern end of Africa's Great Rift Valley, Lake Malawi is the ninth largest lake in the world. It is 560km, 80km wide and 700m deep and forms most of the eastern border between Malawi and Mozambique. It is one of the Great Rift Valley lakes and lies in a depression which plunges well below sea level - to a depth of 2,300ft in the north. Read more... |
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| Lamu Island is a part of the Lamu Archipelago of Kenya. Of all the old Swahili towns of East Africa, Lamu is one of the very few remaining substantially intact. Built from coral stone and mangrove timber, the town is characterized by the simplicity of structural forms enriched by features such as intricately carved wooden doors, inner courtyards and verandas. Read more... |
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Madagascar is like no other place on earth...this is a very different destination with refreshing warm-hearted locals, huge national parks off the beaten track, rare and endangered species, an astonishing sea life and spectacular landscapes. The small islands off the mainland are tropical havens ready to be enjoyed.
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Maldives is all about beaches, cobalt blue waters and incredible hospitality - it's absolute paradise for honeymooners, sun worshippers and divers. The country is made up of 1,190 coral islands formed around 26 natural ring-like atolls, spread over 90,000 square kilometers.
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| Mafia is the destination for those who truely want to get away. The coral reefs, bays, sand bars, lagoons and beaches of the Mafia Archipelago are now part of the Mafia Island Marine Park, Tanzania's first marine national park. Fewer than a thousand visitors a year come here, so it remains very much still a Swahili coast destination and really can lay claim to the title 'Unspoilt'. Read more... |
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| Mauritius is an all-year-round tropicalresort island with a mild climate and pleasant temperatures. If you're looking for a tropical beach holiday packed with excitement and lots of relaxation with an affordable price tag, Mauritius is the place for you. The island offers hospitality and a smiling population, luxury hotels with a service that most likely cannot be found better around the world. Read more... |
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| The Quirimbas Archipelago stretches for 100 kilometres along the Mozambique coast. These tropical islands contain some of the richest coral reefs in the world and provide habitat for an abundant array of marine life. The Quirimbas Archipelago consists of 32 tropical coral islands stretching from Pemba in the south to the Rovuma River on the border of Tanzania. Read more... |
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At first glance, Reunion is like a bit of France placed on a tropical island in the Indian Ocean! Croissants and chocolat chaud is at the order of the day, but you'll soon realise it's a resplendent tapestry of Indian, African and Chinese influences. While traveling around the island, the landscape changes from lava fields to lush primary forest, from jagged peaks to sprawling coastal cities. Read more... |
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| Seychelles' magnificent tropical islands possess unrivalled beauty, and represent the ultimate tropical island destination for the discerning traveller, living up to the country's slogan - "Seychelles ... as pure as it gets". The islands of the Seychelles have to be counted among the best kept secrets on earth and, without doubt, rank among the safest and purest destinations anywhere. Read more... |
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| Zanzibar trades under the name 'Spice Island', and has lured travellers for centuries, some in search of spices, some in search of slaves and still others in search of an idyllic home. Nowadays most visitors are in search of its beautiful beaches. Commonly known as Zanzibar, the island's name is actually Unguja, and is part of the Zanzibar archipelago, which also includes Pemba. Read more... |
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| See what other travelers have to say about their Indian Ocean Island holiday |
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Alison & Ben, South Hampton, UK about their Zanzibar Honeymoon |
22 Nov 2009
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| We visited Zanzibar for our honeymoon and it was fascinating! Every aspect of our trip was well planned and we appreciated the special attention to detail that went into planning our honeymoon. We stayed at Blue Bay Beach Resort on the east coast of the island and everything was planned perfectly down to the smallest detail. Thank you for making our honeymoon a great start to our married life. |
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Category: Island Lodge |
From: rates on request |
| Located in Lake Malawi National Park, Malawi |
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| Mumbo Island is a pristine and otherwise-deserted tropical island floating on the blue waters of Lake Malawi National Park, the first Park in the world set aside for the protection of freshwater fish. Lying at the southern end of Africa's Great Rift Valley, the Lake Malawi National Park is a World Heritage Site and an area of overwhelming beauty. |
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Category: Island Holidays |
From: rates on request |
| Operating in southern and east Africa |
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| We specialise in distinctive island vacations in Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. These unique tailormade island holidays offer some of the most exotic beach experiences in the Indian Ocean and Africa! When we plan your beach vacation, we combine it with the activities of your choice. Why not spoil yourself with the holiday of a lifetime? Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands are the ideal destination for an exotic vacation... |
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