Top Destinations In Africa |All Time
Tourism in the African Continent, as is the case in the global economy, was thrown into crisis by the COVID -19 pandemic, putting thousands of businesses and jobs at risk. The priority for the sector is to resume operations as early and as safe to do so as possible. Re-opening will just be the start of a difficult path to recovery.
Africa is truly an aspirational destination with a combination of breath-taking natural beauty, a warm, welcoming diverse people, and an array of wildlife second to none. Africa’s tourism potential is not limited to its pre-crisis performance and is projected to bounce back stronger than before.
Serengeti
Nestled at the top of many safari-goers lists of best places to visit in Africa, is the Serengeti. This is Tanzania’s largest national park and is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site primarily on account of being the staging ground of the world’s most spectacular annual wildlife migration. Up to two million wildebeest and tens of thousands of zebra move through the Serengeti and Masai Mara ecosystems in search of green pasture whilst trying to evade the deadly jaws of crocodiles and lions.
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls presents one of the most spectacular sights of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the mighty Zambezi River. It is described by local tribes living in the area as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ — ‘The Smoke that Thunders’, and is recognized as the greatest curtain of falling water in the world. This breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site, straddling the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, is roughly twice as deep and wide as Niagara Falls, making it one of the world’s most impressive waterfalls. Popular vantage points include the Victoria Falls Bridge, where adrenalin junkies can take part in bungee jumping.
Lagos Nigeria
From a buzzing nightlife scene, art culture, fashion, and food, here’s why you should add Lagos to your travel destination must-go list. The largest city in Nigeria, Lagos is known for its exciting food and cultural scene. Find time to explore the vibrant craft stalls at Lekki Market, or float through the Epe mangroves — one of Lagos’s best-kept secret, a 30-minute boat ride through the lush green groves will leave you enchanted, be sure to spot the monkeys and alligators along the way.
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Cape Town
We really can’t overstate the case for visiting Cape Town. Firstly, there’s the in-your-face beauty of the mountain range that drops precipitously into the glittering sea, a landscape carpeted in greens and delicate florals. Apart from the gorgeous natural scenery, Cape Town has a cool urban edge, with hip art galleries, trendy bars, world-renowned restaurants, and chic design shops. Long story short, this pulsating city will leave you hungry for more. Cape Town caters to both adventurous types and laid-back travelers. Be sure to take the aerial cableway up Table Mountain, visiting Nelson Mandela’s jail cell on Robben Island is a must, explore the Constantia Valley wine region, and attend one of the city’s many festivals.
Pyramids
Cairo is Egypt’s most popular tourist destination and for good reason. There is such a huge culture and history here that leaves visitors with so many things to do in Cairo.
From the eminent pyramids of Giza to Islamic art museums and striking mosques, you won’t be of being marvelled. It’s one of the best places to visit in Africa time and time again.
Namibia Etosha National Park
This is Namibia’s flagship game reserve, Etosha is endowed by the vast, saline, and normally dry pan from which it derived its name. The pan is littered by numerous perennial waterholes — some of these are floodlit at night to attract large herds of antelope, giraffe, and other grazers during the dry season. This is one of the more reliable parks in Africa to view the black rhino, which thrives here alongside lion, leopard, and elephant.
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