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Top 10 Places To Visit In Africa (2023)
The African continent is one of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations. With knowledge of this, we have compiled a list of the top 10 places to visit in Africa in 2023.
With so many different species and wildlife dominant from coast to coast, there are so many diverse adventures to be had on this amazing continent, which is home to over 50 different countries that it’s hard to narrow them down for a best places list.
Although the continent of Africa may not always be on the radar of the typical visitor, those who do have the chance to witness the ideal fusion of the old and the new, the wild and the enlightened, the beauty that surrounds the continent
RNN ranked the top 10 places to visit in Africa based on accessibility, cost, and the diversity of things to do, as well as user feedback and industry viewpoints, to assist you in beginning to plan your vacation. That said, below are the top 10 places you can visit in Africa in 2023
1. Benguerra Island, Mozambique.
Top 10 places to visit in Africa (2023) Benguerra Island, Mozambique.
The second largest island of Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago remains a low-key idyllic drop in the Indian Ocean—the island sits within a national marine reserve.
It is about to see its tourist profile rise with the opening of the Kisawa Sanctuary, the world’s first 3-D-printed resort built with sand and seawater mortar.
The ultra-exclusive 12-bungalow resort is a beautiful base from which to explore Benguerra Island’s flamingo beaches and pristine coral reefs, where dugongs, manta rays, and tiger sharks dwell, with minimal human interaction.
Guests at Benguerra Island can enjoy excellent snorkelling, diving, and fishing opportunities. Or you can sit back and have a picnic on the beach.
2. Okavango delta Botswana
Top 10 places to visit in Africa (2023) – Okavango delta Botswana
3. Lagos Bar beach, Nigeria
BAR BEACH Located along Victoria Island on Ahmadu Bello Way, Bar Beach is a very popular beach in Lagos. It is known for its sand, and bars, and extends from the west by the Institute of Oceanography all the way through Eko Hotel towards the east. Blocks of concrete act as artificial levees to keep back the Atlantic which often floods its banks in a hostile manner.
The beach is a point of attraction for people from diverse walks of life where they enjoy the cool Atlantic breeze on hot humid days.it There are no coconut trees or plants around, but it’s not a bad spot for fruit lovers as fresh fruits are always on sale. There are definitely exciting activities for sports enthusiasts such as horseback riding along the shores, swimming, volleyball, and beach soccer among other popular beach sports.
4. Praslin Seychelles
Top 10 places to visit in Africa (2023) Praslin, Seychelles
The second largest of the tropical islands that make up Seychelles, located in the heart of the Indian Ocean, is Praslin. The island is dotted with a few luxury resorts, but the two main attractions on the island are Anse Lazio and the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve.
Anse Lazio is a gorgeous beach with clear water and amazing opportunities for snorkelling. The Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve is a palm forest that is preserved and serves as the home to countless reptiles and birds, including the very rare Seychelles Black Parrot.
5. Mount Kilimanjaro,Tanzania
Top 10 places to visit in Africa (2023) – Mount Kilimanjaro Tanzania
In the far north of Tanzania, close to the Kenyan border, is the famed Mount Kilimanjaro. The peak is the tallest in Africa, and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, making it a bucket-list destination for many travellers.
While the very fit can trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, there are also other ways to explore the area. There are several shorters, easier hikes around the base of the mountain along with some gorgeous waterfalls and plenty of amazing scenery.
6. Nairobi, Kenya
If you’re looking for things to do in Kenya other than a safari, you’ll have plenty of choices in the country’s capital and largest city. Nairobi is legendary for its colourful colonial history.
It was once the capital of British East Africa, luring settlers who came here to stake their fortune in the coffee and tea industries. Today, you can explore the city’s famous historic sites and excellent wildlife-related attractions.
7. Leptis Magna, Libya
Leptis or Lepcis Magna, also known by other names in antiquity, was a prominent city of the Carthaginian Empire and Roman Libya at the mouth of the Wadi Lebda in the Mediterranean.
Its ruins are within present-day Khoms, Libya, 130 km (81 mi) east of Tripoli. They are among the best-preserved Roman sites in the Mediterranean.
8. Sao Vicente, Cape Verde
Guests can spend time at the beach, hike, take cultural tours, and many more.
9. Sahara Desert, Morocco
Top 10 places to visit in Africa
10. Kruger National Park, South Africa
Where nearly 2 million hectares of unrivalled diversity of life forms fuse with historical and archaeological sights – this is real Africa. The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks among the best in Africa.
Animals in the park include lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalos. There are several other mammals and bird species such as vultures, eagles, and storks in the park. Mountains, bush plains, and tropical forests are all part of the landscape.
Top 10 Places To Visit In Africa
Here are the top 10 places you can visit in Africa in 2023
1. Benguerra Island, Mozambique
2. Okavango delta Botswana
3. Lagos Bar beach, Nigeria
4. Praslin Seychelles
5. Mount Kilimanjaro,Tanzania
6. Nairobi, Kenya
7. Leptis Magna, Libya
8. Sao Vicente, Cape Verde
9. Sahara Desert, Morocco
10. Kruger National Park, South Africa
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