Stunning Beaches & The Big Five

Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius

Antsiranana, also known as Diego Suarez, is a prominent marine port located in the northern part of Madagascar (country code MG). It is situated on the shores of the Antsiranana Bay, which is known for its natural beauty Antsiranana, also known as Diego Suarez, is a prominent marine port located in the northern part of Madagascar (country code MG). It is situated on the shores of the Antsiranana Bay, which is known for its natural beauty Read more about Antsiranana, Madagascar

Nosy Be (‘Big Island’: Malagasy), an island off the NW coast of Madagascar, is its largest port and Madagascar’s most popular beach-resort. Though Nosy Be’s inclination is towards mass tourism, it is still a largely peaceful place with sugar cane plantations, rum distilleries, ylang ylang bushes, and lounging lemurs. This still beautiful island offers some amazing snorkelling and diving opportunities as well as primary forests with great wildlife. Read more about Nosy Be, Madagascar

Dar es Salaam (‘The Haven of Peace’) - aka Mzizima - is the largest city in Tanzania. It is situated on a massive natural harbour on the Indian Ocean coast of Africa. It is also the country's richest city and a regionally important economic centre. Read more about Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of

Dar es Salaam (‘The Haven of Peace’) - aka Mzizima - is the largest city in Tanzania. It is situated on a massive natural harbour on the Indian Ocean coast of Africa. It is also the country's richest city and a regionally important economic centre. Read more about Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of

Tulear (aka Toliara, Toliary) is a town with a seaport on the SW coast of Madagascar, with a population of 160,000. Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, and home to five percent of the world's plant and animal species. About eighty percent of these are endemic to Madagascar. Read more about Tulear, Madagascar

Richards Bay is a city encompassing one of South Africa's largest harbours, a 30 square kilometre lagoon of the Mhlatuze River, on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal. The deep water harbour has the largest coal export facility in the world as well as large-scale mineral and chemical exports. Tourism is a major industry, with the ocean beach a very popular kite-surfing destination, and a multitude of first class game reserves are within several hours' drive from Richards Bay. Read more about Richards Bay, South Africa

Richards Bay is a city encompassing one of South Africa's largest harbours, a 30 square kilometre lagoon of the Mhlatuze River, on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal. The deep water harbour has the largest coal export facility in the world as well as large-scale mineral and chemical exports. Tourism is a major industry, with the ocean beach a very popular kite-surfing destination, and a multitude of first class game reserves are within several hours' drive from Richards Bay. Read more about Richards Bay, South Africa

Mossel Bay is a small harbour town situated on the Southern Cape, or Garden Route, of South Africa. It has, over the years, developed into a town of unhurried hospitality, complementing the natural beauty and rich cultural history of the area. It was here that the first modern Europeans set foot on southern African shores, so most visitors visit the Da Gama Museum Complex - in the town centre - where this event is commemorated. Read more about Mossel Bay, South Africa

Located on the shore of Table Bay, Cape Town was the first European settlement in South Africa, and today is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Pristine beaches, sheltered bays and secluded coves encircle the majestic might of Table Mountain, a World Heritage Site and home to some 8,500 species of flowers. Be sure to get to the top of the mountain by taking the Table Mountain Cableway and absorb the fascinating views. Read more about Cape Town, South Africa