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Top 10 Islands in Africa for honeymoon

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We have the most beautiful islands in Africa for honeymoon, vacation or even for a weekend getaway, Africa got you covered. In this list, we are going to show you the most beautiful islands in Africa for honeymoon.

10. Mahe Island, Seychelles

Mahe serves as the habitat to the wide range of Seychelles’ population most of which concentrates around the Capital, Victoria. The latter is the commercial hub of the islands which boasts a bustling port together with the main port.

The colorful market, botanical gardens and two cathedrals are some of the Creole characters that mark Victoria. Mahe Island is characterized by a wide range of Seychelles hotels ranging from luxury resorts to boutique hotels and thus making it a perfect beach holiday.

9. Moheli, Comoros

Moheli is the smallest of the four islands of Comoros but definitely very rich in history and welcoming people. Although the island stands as the wildest and least populated of the Union, it is not only the most scenic but also the most preserved.

The deserted beaches, crystal clear water, dolphins, turtles and humpback whales, mostly present from July to October are just but some of the features that make Moheli A Paradise.

8. La Digue, Seychelles

As Seychelles’ fourth largest Island, La Digue is also part of the interior islands group. A Ferry or helicopters are some of the common means to access the exotic island. La Digue is the habitat to Anse Source D’Argent beach which is widely known for its huge granitic boulders.

The island prides the most photographed beach with the beach serving as the backdrop of various adverts for renowned brands such as Malibu and Bounty.

7. Ilha Do Sal, Cape Verde

The Island traces its history from 1460, the year of its discovery. Palmeira is the Capital of the island. However, the main hub is located at Santa Maria with is at the southern edge. A horse ride for beginners or experts is an enhancement towards enjoying the beauty of Santa Maria.

The implausible sandy beach with turquoise water along with the ideal conditions for kite surfing is the main attractions here.

6. Praslin, Seychelles

Praslin is the second largest island in Seychelles. A ferry ride or 15-minute flights are the common means of accessing the island. Praslin offers a breathtaking landscape featuring idyllic beaches and stunning palms, all for your Seychelles dream holiday.

Praslin is popular for being home to a UNESCO Heritage site by the name Vallee de Mai where coco de Mer double-lobed coconuts grow naturally.

5. Sao Tome and Principe, Gulf of Guinea

The island is characterized by sandy beaches, dense forests and rugged landscapes. Sao Tome’s beaches stretch for miles with its little islands sheltering a host of unique and endemic wildlife. Holidays here come with breathtaking extensive cocoa plantations, rainforests, black and white sand beaches and waterfalls.

Sao Tome prides the greatest biological diversity while compared to the entire islands in the Gulf of Guinea along with the highest number of endemic species. It is ideal to visit this island anytime throughout the year as the weather is hot and humid.

4. Nosy Be Land, Madagascar

Nosy Be is a terminology used to imply the “big island”. The island is situated off the northwest coast of Madagascar. Intricate Coral reefs, Ylang Ylang plantations, rum distilleries, lazy lemurs and volcanic lakes are all exotic sites begging to be explored here.

Lovers of flora and fauna are treated with the beautiful Lokobe Nature special reserve. May is the ideal date for audiophiles to visit to experience the four-day Donia music festival.

3. Reunion Island, the Indian Ocean

The island is in South Africa, east of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. Reunion Island is an overseas region of France with a tropical climate and moderate elevation of temperature.

Cool and dry weather is experienced from May to November with hot and rainy taking over from November to April. The rugged and mountainous terrain with fertile lowlands along the coastlands is key features to note in this island. Hydropower, arable land and fish key natural resources here.

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2. Zanzibar Island, Coast of Tanzania

A holiday in Africa is not complete without a stop at the Zanzibar Island, Coast of Tanzania. Spice is another name for the island that harbors bursting culture and history.

The island is spectacular with its idyllic geography of white-sand beaches with palms swaying with a lazy motion in the sea breeze. These facets make Zanzibar a tremendous destination to explore as well as a dream for relaxing and unwinding.

1. Mauritius Island, the Indian Ocean

Mauritius Island is definitely a place to consider in your visit to Africa. The volcanic Island is located in the Indian Ocean and features lagoons along with palm-fringed beaches with coral reefs that surround most of the coastline.

The wide range of activities associable with the island has garnered its massive admiration across the world. Island trips, sea cruises, extreme activities, parks and reserves as well as traditional museums are phenomenal scenes at Mauritius Island.
Mauritius Island is one of the best islands in Africa to visit.