Africa Castles & palaces, Island & reefs + Landscape pictures

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Ensconced between the Outeniqua Mountains and the golden coasts of the Garden Route, Wilderness is one of the most spectacular locations in the Western Cape.

On a tour through this iconic landmark, learn about the infamous zone for shipwrecks at the last manned lighthouse built on the South African coast.

Swim beneath the cascades of a series of waterfalls that plunge into a pristine basin after you take a scenic drive that follows the Langevin River.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

Find one of the most secretive beaches in the Garden Route, a secluded, sandy cove with safe swimming spots and ideal waves for long surfing sessions.

Inspect the intriguing features of this historic beacon of light and talk to one of the last full-time light keepers in South Africa.

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

Spend an adventurous day climbing the second-highest mountain on the African island of Mauritius. Admire breathtaking island views throughout the hike.

Whether you’re seeking cultural activities, deep-sea fishing, diving or simply quiet beach relaxation, this island off Africa’s coast is a perfect vacation spot.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

Swimming in crystal-clear water, surfing, pretty sunsets and golf await at this beach resort on the southwest coast of Réunion.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This beach on the west coast of Réunion is an ideal place for sunbathing, watersports and wildlife spotting.

This beach on the west coast of Réunion is an ideal place for sunbathing, watersports and wildlife spotting.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

Take in awe-inspiring views of the Indian Ocean and watch a spectacular sunset from this waterfront area in the city’s historic northern quarter.

Swimming in crystal-clear water, surfing, pretty sunsets and golf await at this beach resort on the southwest coast of Réunion.

Don’t let the name fool you; this little covered market packs an enormous range of fresh produce, flowers and handmade crafts into its collection of stalls.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

Spend an adventurous day climbing the second-highest mountain on the African island of Mauritius. Admire breathtaking island views throughout the hike.

In the heart of the island of Réunion is a town where you will find artisan workshops, thermal springs and spectacular hiking trails.

Take in awe-inspiring views of the Indian Ocean and watch a spectacular sunset from this waterfront area in the city’s historic northern quarter.