Coastal explorer: two weeks in Senegal

A coastal foray remains one of the most rewarding ways to see this beautiful country.

Beneath the surface: diving in Mozambique

Discover a whole other world in Mozambique’s waters.

Exploring Maputo: a walking tour

A walking tour of Maputo is the perfect way to discover all that this exciting city has to offer.

Five reasons to visit Mozambique

From exploring the magnificent coastline to visiting historic towns, this is what you shouldn’t miss on a holiday in Mozambique.

Behind the mask: exploring the heart of the Ivory Coast

From masked dances to traditional festivals.

Central Africa: an overland adventure

Travel Gabon, Congos, Angola and Namibia by car!

A hike through history: climbing Le Morne Brabant

Exploring the island’s natural history and slave-trade past, Neal Sullivan summits the most iconic mountain in Mauritius.

Malawi: the ultimate wildlife guide

Catch a glimpse of southern Africa’s iconic animals with this selection of reserves and national parks.

Giant tortoises, endemic palms and birds galore: the best of the Seychelles

Explore the islands’ extraordinary biodiversity.

East Africa’s best wildlife spots

Our pick of the best national parks to visit in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda.

Art and tradition: the masks of Ivory Coast

Whatever social upheavals have befallen Ivorian society, its arts and crafts scene has always remained vital, fecund and significant.

A taste of bliss: the best beaches in Mauritius

Whether you want to relax on pristine white sands, dive the coral reefs or try your hand at watersports, these little slices of paradise have it all.

Worshipping magnificence: the best mosques in West Africa

From Senegal to Ghana, West Africa is known for its fantastic mosques – each an architectural masterpiece in their own right.

Travelling paradise: two weeks in Mauritius

From white sand beaches to historic towns, Iona Grant explores the very best this island has to offer.

Why travel to Zanzibar?

Home to traditional coastal villages, excellent wildlife and some of the best dive sites in East Africa, Zanzibar is a paradise well worth visiting.