The Indian Ocean is renowned for its warm waters, stunning reefs, and glorious beaches. Get the best of it all at these top Indian Ocean Island destinations:
Maldives
Best described as paradise on Earth, the Maldives are a gorgeous, eternally sunny destination awash with white sand beaches and tropical palm-filled scenery. The Maldives offer romance, relaxation and active water-based activities and are a favourite destination for scuba diving and snorkelling enthusiasts.
In the capital city, Male, you’ll be blown away by an abundance of quaint markets, interesting cultural diversions, and beautiful architectu
Madagascar
Who can forget the charming antics of Madagascar’s delightful small animals thanks to the movie of the same name? When you visit Madagascar you’re in for a treat of natural enjoyments including 80 000 hectares of pristine wilderness and towering baobab forests.
It’s the perfect lesser-known escape for those wanting to lap up water sports, local culture, and beach activities without the crowds.
Zanzibar
The spice islands are one of Africa’s top luxury destinations for a spectacular seaside escape. Inland, you’ll find plenty to keep you amused in the form of lush forests with colourful birds and fascinating creatures.
Stone Town, the birthplace of Freddy Mercury, is filled with authentic coral stone buildings and quaint alleyways leading to undiscovered treasures.
Réunion
Just east of Madagascar, this French island offers a sublime get away with sparse crowds. There are wonderful opportunities for exploring, hiking, and canyoning within its bounds as well as stunning photogenic landscapes to admire.
Rest up on the black sand beaches, go in search of dramatic waterfalls and spoil yourself with flavourful Creole cuisine, French pastries, and fresh seafood.
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