Holiday Type / Africa holidays

It’s as though Mother Nature couldn’t decide which environs she loved most

Wildlife, winelands and desert – yes – the image conjured with those three words is surely one of Africa. While this trio are what put the region on the map for adventurous twosomes, families certainly aren’t left out of this brilliant and diverse continent.

Safaris tend to be in the blood, the love of them is passed down through the generations. That’s why grandparents can often be found rallying the grandkids at the first opportunity they get. When they’re finally old enough to appreciate that the early wake up calls are worth it to spot lionesses stalking the Kalahari in the morning haze. They tend to drop the pin on South Africa for these trips, not just because it has some of the best biodiversity in the continent, but because it also comes equipped with some seriously cool cities that boast history and art scenes that could outdo any curriculum.

That’s only just scratching the surface though, because with 50-plus countries to choose from there’s bound to be a few good options for beach bums. The archipelago of Zanzibar is somewhat of a wildcard, but with its bohemian vibe, mellow pace and decidedly quieter yet still sugar-white sands, it gives the Maldives a run for its money.