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Serengeti National Park
The Ultimate Safari Adventure
7.9
The Maasai called this region Siringet, meaning endless plain. Great herds of wildebeest and zebra cross it each year. Luxury camps with large tented suites move with the herds. Hot air balloon rides over the grass are followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush.
Highlights:
  • 🎈 Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon safari over plains
  • 🚙 Take a thrilling game drive to spot the Big Five
  • 🦓 Witness the incredible Great Wildebeest Migration spectacle
Volcanoes National Park
Majestic volcanoes rise over misty valleys
8.5
Mist and rain are common in this high mountain forest in northwest Rwanda, so trails can be muddy. Guests trek to see mountain gorillas for one hour. Permits are limited and costly. Lodges on the park edge have fireplaces, hot baths and views of the volcano cones.
Highlights:
  • 🏞️ Stroll through scenic Lake Kivu shoreline
  • 🐒 Spot golden monkeys in Nyungwe forest canopy
  • 🦍 Hike Volcanoes National Park's gorilla trail
Cape Town
Mountains, Beaches and a Vibrant Culture
7.6
Dutch traders founded this city in 1652 as a supply station at the foot of Table Mountain. Today it has boutique hotels, waterfront suites and fine dining. The pink Mount Nelson hotel has welcomed guests since 1899. Winelands estates are within an hour by car.
Highlights:
  • 🍽️ Explore the V&A Waterfront and dine by the sea
  • 🚡 Ride the cable car for breathtaking city views
  • 🥾 Hike to the top of Table Mountain
Mahé
Tropical Paradise with a Wild Side
8.6
Warm all year with highs near 30 degrees Celsius, this is the largest island of the Seychelles. Beaches such as Beau Vallon and Anse Intendance have white sand and granite boulders. Victoria, the small capital, has a lively market. Upscale resorts and spas sit on quiet bays.
Highlights:
  • 🏞️ Hike to the summit of Morne Seychellois for panoramic views
  • 🤿 Snorkel in Sainte Anne Marine National Park’s coral reefs
  • 🏖️ Relax on the powdery white sands of Beau Vallon Beach
Okavango Delta
Africa’s Uncharted Water Wilderness
8.0
Formed where the Okavango River spreads over the Kalahari sands, this delta floods in the dry season. Light aircraft reach most camps. Guests glide through channels in mokoro canoes and watch elephants, hippos and lions from raised tents. Private concessions keep camp numbers low and the bush quiet.
Highlights:
  • 🦜 Spot diverse bird species during dedicated birding tours
  • 🛶 Glide silently through waterways in a traditional mokoro
  • 🦁 Explore the wildlife on guided 4x4 safari drives
Botswana
Safari paradise with diverse landscapes
7.7
Located in southern Africa, this landlocked country has the Kalahari Desert, Chobe elephants and the Makgadikgadi salt pans. Most camps are small and sit on private land. Guided drives, walks and boat trips are quiet and uncrowded. Prices are high because the government limits visitor numbers.
Highlights:
  • 🌅 Watch elephants gather at waterholes during sunset
  • 🦁 Spot wildlife on a safari in Chobe National Park
  • 🛶 Glide through the Okavango Delta on a traditional mokoro canoe
Seychelles
Tropical paradise with pristine beaches
7.7
Calm and polished, this archipelago has 115 islands with white beaches and granite boulders. Praslin has the Vallée de Mai, a World Heritage forest with coco de mer palms. La Digue is explored by bicycle. Private island resorts host only a few guests at a time.
Highlights:
  • 🥾 Hike the scenic Copolia Trail on Mahe Island
  • 🐢 Encounter giant tortoises on Curieuse Island
  • 🏖️ Visit Anse Source d'Argent, famed pink sand beach
Franschhoek
Wine, Mountains and Gourmet Living
7.4
Elegant and food focused, this valley town was settled by French Huguenots in 1688. Its name means French Corner in Dutch. Wine estates offer tastings, long lunches and guesthouses among vineyards and mountains. Restaurants here are known across South Africa for local produce and fine wine pairings.
Highlights:
  • 🏛️ Visit the Huguenot Memorial Museum and monument
  • 🌿 Explore beautiful gardens at Babylonstoren Farm
  • 🍷 Taste exquisite wines on the Franschhoek Wine Tram
South Africa
Where wildlife meets diverse landscapes
7.6
As a large country of varied landscapes, this place has luxury at many stops. Private reserves such as Sabi Sand border Kruger National Park and offer top level safari lodges. The Garden Route coast has stylish hotels at Plettenberg Bay. Flights and roads link them easily.
Highlights:
  • 🌄 Explore the scenic Blyde River Canyon
  • 🥾 Hike to Maclear’s Beacon on Table Mountain
  • 🐘 Go on safari in Kruger National Park
Marrakech
A vibrant maze of colors and spices
8.0
Guests here often stay in riads, old houses built around a courtyard and now turned into boutique hotels. Mint tea is poured from a height as a welcome. La Mamounia opened in 1923 and has a large garden. Hammams and spas ease tired feet after the souks.
Highlights:
  • 🧖‍♀️ Relax in a traditional hammam and experience Moroccan spa culture
  • 🏛️ Wander through the serene courtyards of Bahia Palace
  • 🕌 Lose yourself in the vibrant souks of Jemaa el-Fnaa
Mozambique
Pristine beaches meet vibrant culture
5.7
Quieter than the Seychelles, this country has Indian Ocean islands with a handful of lodges. The Bazaruto Archipelago has dunes, reefs and white beaches. Quirimbas Archipelago in the north offers private island stays. Guests dive, sail on traditional dhows and enjoy fresh prawns and other seafood.
Highlights:
  • ⛵ Sail on a traditional dhow along Mozambique Island
  • 🏖️ Relax on the pristine white sands of Tofo Beach
  • 🐠 Dive among vibrant coral reefs in the Bazaruto Archipelago
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Witness the Great Migration
7.0
As a reserve of about 1,500 square kilometres in southwest Kenya, this park is a major wildlife area. Wildebeest cross the Mara River on their migration from July to October. Luxury tented camps have hot showers, private guides and dinners under the stars. Balloon flights float over the plains.
Highlights:
  • 🎈 Take a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the savannah
  • 🐃 Witness the Great Migration crossing at Mara River
  • 🦁 Embark on twice-daily game drives to spot the Big Five
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