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Sweeping sand dunes in Namibia's Namib Desert

April–October for cooler days

Namibia

Desert, dunes & open skies

Discover Sossusvlei, Etosha, the Skeleton Coast and extraordinary stargazing on a private, guided or self-drive journey.

Perfect for

Scenic road tripsLandscape photographyIndependent travellersStargazingDesert wildlife
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Traditional dhow sailing on turquoise waters off Zanzibar

June–October for dry-season travel

Zanzibar

Spice Island escape

Explore warm-water beaches, coral reefs and historic Stone Town.

Perfect for

Safari extensionsCouplesDiving and snorkellingCulture and foodWarm-water beaches
Explore Zanzibar
Le Morne Brabant above a palm-fringed beach in Mauritius

May–October for cooler, drier travel

Mauritius

Lagoon, mountains & Creole culture

Combine palm-fringed beaches, sheltered lagoons, mountain scenery and Creole culture, or add a relaxed island stay after safari.

Perfect for

HoneymoonsFamiliesBeach and activitiesFood and cultureSafari extensions
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Granite boulders and turquoise water on a beach in the Seychelles

April–May or October–November for calmer seas

Seychelles

Granite islands & clear lagoons

Explore Mahé, Praslin and La Digue through granite-framed beaches, forest walks, island-hopping and clear Indian Ocean water.

Perfect for

HoneymoonsIsland hoppingSnorkelling and divingNature loversQuiet luxury
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Victoria Falls and the Zambezi viewed from the Zambia region

May–October for dry-season safari

Zambia

Walking safaris & the Zambezi

Combine Victoria Falls with South Luangwa, the Lower Zambezi and Kafue through walking, game drives and river-based safaris.

Perfect for

Walking safarisExperienced safari travellersRiver activitiesBirdwatchingWild camps
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Aerial view of Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe side

June–October for dry-season safari

Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls & wild landscapes

Pair Victoria Falls with Hwange, Mana Pools, Lake Kariba and characterful camps known for memorable guiding.

Perfect for

Classic safarisExcellent guidingWalking and canoeingVictoria FallsReturn visitors to Africa
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Green mountain landscape and lake in Lesotho

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Lesotho

Highlands, passes & Basotho culture

Discover Sani Pass, Maletsunyane Falls, pony trekking, the Maloti Mountains and Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village.

Perfect for

Mountain sceneryActive travellers4x4 journeysCulture and heritageSouth Africa extensions
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Rolling green hills beneath blue skies in Eswatini

April–October for cooler, drier travel

Eswatini

Culture, wildlife & scenic valleys

Explore Hlane Royal National Park, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Sibebe Rock and the traditions of Mantenga Cultural Village.

Perfect for

Overland touringCulture and wildlifeFamiliesWalking and cyclingShorter stays
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