5. Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town is a highlight of any trip to Southern Africa. The natural beauty of Cape Town makes it one of the most attractive cities in the world.
Cape Town boasts beautiful beaches as well as the impressive Table Mountain right in the heart of the city. The restaurants are world class, and so are the wines.
Cape Town is also one of the most culturally diverse cities in Africa and has reputation for social tolerance.
Situated at the foot of the Atlas mountains in Morocco, the imperial city of Marrakech is large, noisy, polluted and fascinating. If you enjoy a daily assault on all your senses then you'll have a lot of fun.
There are so many things to see, you should spend at least 3 days in Marrakech. Stay in a Riad in the medina (old walled part of town), because this is where all the action is.
The Majorelle Gardens offer a lovely respite from the bustle of the souqs and shouldn't be missed. The heart of the medina, the Djemma el Fnaa, should also be a priority for anyone who visits these amazing African safaris/destinations.
Combining white-water rafting with an unparalleled cultural adventure is an idea of a perfect holiday.
The Omo River Region of Southwestern Ethiopia, is a fascinating safari. The remote location, which is barely accessible by 4 wheel-drive, has meant that traditional customs and beliefs are very much intact for the more than 50 tribes who live there.
It's advisable to join a tour since it's difficult to get around on your own and it'll enhance your understanding of the different cultures you're seeing.
With only about 700 mountain gorillas left in the world, seeing them in the wild is something only a few people will ever have the chance to experience.
About 300 mountain gorillas inhabit an extinct volcanic region called the Virunga Range along the borders of Rwanda, Uganda and the DRC in East Africa.
The time you are allowed to spend observing them the gorillas is limited, but I can guarantee the hour spent sitting and watching these incredible animals will be one of the best you've ever had.Have fun in Virunga range safaris.
9. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Africa safaris is known as one of the best destinations for adventure travel and what can be more adventurous than hiking up the world's tallest free standing mountain.
Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania stands at 19,340 feet (5896m) and will take you 6 days to conquer.
The exciting thing about this mountain is that anyone who is fit and determined can make it up. No special climbing equipment or expertise is needed.
That said, almost 75 of attempts fail because people figure it's doable in shorts, t-shirt and a couple of beers for hydration.
Zanzibar is one of Africa's top destinations because of its fascinating history and its incredible beaches. Zanzibar's location in the Indian Ocean (off the coast of Tanzania) has made it a natural trading center throughout its history.
Famous for its spices, Zanzibar also became an important slave trading post under its Arab rulers.
The Arab influences are obvious throughout Zanzibar but especially in Stone Town one of the island's biggest attractions.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Stone Town boasts beautiful traditional houses, narrow alleyways, a Sultan's palace and many mosques.
Cape Town boasts beautiful beaches as well as the impressive Table Mountain right in the heart of the city. The restaurants are world class, and so are the wines.
Cape Town is also one of the most culturally diverse cities in Africa and has reputation for social tolerance.
6. Marrakech, Morocco
There are so many things to see, you should spend at least 3 days in Marrakech. Stay in a Riad in the medina (old walled part of town), because this is where all the action is.
The Majorelle Gardens offer a lovely respite from the bustle of the souqs and shouldn't be missed. The heart of the medina, the Djemma el Fnaa, should also be a priority for anyone who visits these amazing African safaris/destinations.
7. Omo River Region, Ethiopia
The Omo River Region of Southwestern Ethiopia, is a fascinating safari. The remote location, which is barely accessible by 4 wheel-drive, has meant that traditional customs and beliefs are very much intact for the more than 50 tribes who live there.
It's advisable to join a tour since it's difficult to get around on your own and it'll enhance your understanding of the different cultures you're seeing.
8. Virunga Mountains (Tracking Gorillas) , Uganda, Rwanda,
About 300 mountain gorillas inhabit an extinct volcanic region called the Virunga Range along the borders of Rwanda, Uganda and the DRC in East Africa.
The time you are allowed to spend observing them the gorillas is limited, but I can guarantee the hour spent sitting and watching these incredible animals will be one of the best you've ever had.Have fun in Virunga range safaris.
9. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania stands at 19,340 feet (5896m) and will take you 6 days to conquer.
The exciting thing about this mountain is that anyone who is fit and determined can make it up. No special climbing equipment or expertise is needed.
That said, almost 75 of attempts fail because people figure it's doable in shorts, t-shirt and a couple of beers for hydration.
10. Zanzibar,off the coast of Tanzania
Famous for its spices, Zanzibar also became an important slave trading post under its Arab rulers.
The Arab influences are obvious throughout Zanzibar but especially in Stone Town one of the island's biggest attractions.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Stone Town boasts beautiful traditional houses, narrow alleyways, a Sultan's palace and many mosques.
