What are the Most Beautiful Beaches in Africa?

What are the Most Beautiful Beaches in Africa?
31 August 2021
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Africa; a vast continent with a coastline that seems to never end. South Africa is a popular destination, but Mauritius, Zanzibar and Mozambique are also ideal for a stay with sun, sea and sand. Making a choice was difficult, but below we have listed the most beautiful beaches in Africa for you. So pack your bags, tassen in Dutch, and visit one of the beaches we have mentioned in this blog!

Chumbe Island in Tanzania

Whoever goes to Chumbe Island will be a happy person. There are only a few bungalows on the entire island, making you feel like a true explorer. The bungalows look beautiful and are designed in such a way that the impact on the environment is minimal. Both the island and the underwater world are well protected, so that you can enjoy all the beauty now, but also in the future. Chumbe Island is only a few kilometers from Zanzibar and is therefore easily accessible. Check online for the cheapest airline tickets to Tanzania so you are able to visit Chumbe Island.

Sanyang Beach in Gambia

One of the most beautiful beaches in Gambia is the Sanyang Beach, also known as the Paradise Beach. This wide beach is very attractive and is surrounded by palm trees. You can swim, sunbathe or rest after a safari. If you like horseback riding, you can make beautiful trips along the beach. Pay attention to the condition of the horses, the Gambian population treats animals differently than a lot of people are used to. Sayang beach is also easily accessible, it is about a 45-minute drive from Kololi. Pack your beach bag, strandtas in Dutch, and get in your car to have some fun at the Sanyang Beach!

Bazaruto Archipel in Mozambique

The idyllic islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago off the coast of Mozambique consist of five different islands: Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Santa Carolina, and Bangué. The archipelago has been declared a National Park, which means that nature has been well preserved. Bazaruto is a prime location for divers and snorkelers, you have the chance to see dolphins, manta rays, manatees and even whale sharks here. Deep sea fishing is also a spectacle; marlin, sailfish, mackerel and bonito are some of the species you can catch. There are no shops, roads or tourist attractions on Bazaruto, so you can relax optimally.

White Sands Beach in Ghana

Only an hour's drive from Accra, you will find this beautiful beach in Ghana. The environment consists of fishing villages, palm tre es and a calm sea. The special thing about this place is that on the one side is the sea and on the other side a lagoon, where many different bird species are present. A nice and safe place to stay is the White Sands Beach Club. You will not be short of anything, there are exotic bars, restaurants and you can practice countless water sports. Drink a Pina Colada at the Barefoot bar, jump on a surfboard or settle into a comfortable beach chair.

Diani Beach in Kenya

Fill your backpack, rugtas in Dutch, with everything you need and go to Diani Beach! This is a popular, wide beach located on the south coast of Kenya. You will find dozens of large hotels, various restaurants, discos, nightclubs and casinos. In terms of water sports, you can think of everything from water skiing to sea kayaking. Divers can discover a 15-meter fishing boat hidden off the coast at a depth of 28 meters. Don't feel like sitting around the water? Then you can always go golfing because there is also an 18-hole golf course.

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