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End you safari with the most amazing beach destinations

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Lake Tanganyika

A REMOTE FRESHWATER BEACH DESTINATION

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Mafia Island

HOME OF THE WHALESHARKS 

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Lake malawi

IN THE WARM HEART OF AFRICA 

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Zanzibar

HISTORICAL AND FAMOUS

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pangani & maziwe

THE ULTIMATE ATOLL EXPERIENCE

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GO OFF THE GRID IN THE INDIAN OCEAN

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kilwa

HISTORICAL KILWA

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Dar es Salaam

A PLEASANT SURPRISE

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ZANZIBAR

The most popular beach site in all of Africa

ZANZIBAR
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The historical island of Zanzibar is the

most popular beach destination in all of Africa.

A true tropical island with many activities to attend

to a part from just laying at the beach. Many direct

international flights, and more to come after the new airport opened in 2021. Logistically easy to reach from most safari destination in central and eastern Africa, and Zanzibar is a "safe pick" for you beach holiday.

 

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • Avoid March through May due to rains

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • Stone Town, historically important city in Africa

  • Jozani Forest National Park 

  • Amazing kiting in Pace

  • Diving and snorkelling mekka

  • Many activities to attend to a part from beach

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lake Malawi

A hidden small gem in the warm heart of Africa

Lake Malawi is home to some truly hidden island gems

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​Little know to most, Lake Malawi

is home to a multiple of hidden beach

pearls! This is no main-stream beach destination 

and if you want a remote destination in one of the

largest freshwater lakes in Africa -come here!
 

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • In general go between April & September

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • Lake Malawi is home to 600 species of cichlids 

  • One of the best freshwater beach destinations

  • Snorkelling and kayaking on Mumbo Island

  • Breathtaking sundowner cruises on Lake Malawi

  • Remoteness

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Lake Tanganyika

THE ULTIMATE REMOTE FRESHWATER BEACH DESTINATION

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Lake tanganyika IN SHORT​

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​It does not get more remote than this. The lake is shared between Zamziba, Congo, Burundi & Tanzania. The latter has 3 amazing places where you can enjoy this incredibly remote and amazing lake
 

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • Go between June & October

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • As remote as it comes

  • Can easily be combined with chimpanzee treks

  • Kayak, fishing and underwater hippo photography

  • Amazing snorkelling in crystal clear water

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mafia island

HOME OF THE WHALESHARKS & HONEYMOONERS

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​This is the little sister of Zanzibar Island.

A more secluded island, with less fuzz and

just the perfect tropical get-away and honeymoon destination. The island is famous for it´s whale
sharks and rich history as the first palace of the
sultan of Oman was located here. And you can still visit the ruins.
 

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • June to October, and whale shark season from October through March 

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • Remote peaceful tropical island

  • Snorkeling or diving with the whale sharks

  • Historical sites in Chole Bay

  • Many beautiful atolls to visit for snorkeling

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kilwa

HISTORICAL KILWA, WHERE YOU DON´T SHARE THE BEACH

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​Along the Tanzanian coastline, you have many pearls that are worth visiting. If you don't want a typical beach destination with a lot of tourists, have the beach to yourself and with a dash of culture and history, Kilwa could very well be your ideal location.
 

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • In general go between June and February

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • You have to look hard to find other tourists

  • One of the best diving spots in Tanzania

  • One of the most historical sites in Tanzania

  • Can easily be combined with a safari to Selous

  • The perfect place to just relax and chill

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pangani - Maziwe

THE ULTIMATE ATOLL EXPERIENCE

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​Just a few hours north of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, you will find this beautiful little pearl near the village of Pangani. Less than an hour out in the Indian Ocean, you will probably find the most stunning atoll anywhere in Africa that will blow your mind.

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • Avoid March through May as rain can be frequent

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • Non-toursity beach destination

  • The ultimate place to relax, away from everything

  • Close to Saadani where you can have safari

  • Visit the amazing Maziwe Island atoll

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Dar es Salaam

A PLEASANT SURPRISE FOR MOST

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​Tanzanias largest city has more to

offer than big city life. In the Dar archipelago you will find some amazing beach destinations. South Beach in the Kigamboni area, and the tropical islands of Mbudya and Bongoyo. So if you only want to have a couple of nice beach days, there is no need to travel far.

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

  • If your looking for a beach experience without rain, avoiding March, April is advisable

UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • Game drives in all locations

  • Boat safari on the Chobe river

  • Mokoro (local dugout canoe) through the delta

  • Walking safaris in the Chobe

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Let us take you

to the most amazing

and remote 

beach destinations

Where to?

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Activities

Head over to the activity section to read more about the specific activities to include

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Itineraries

Head over to the itinerary section to take a look at what your safari adventure could look like!

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Want more info about a specific beach site?

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