| 1. MOUNT KILIMINJARO - TANZANIA | | | | |
| | | | A tapestry of colours, smells, sites and |
| The highest mountain on the African | | | | wonderful local characters make a visit to |
| continent, 'Kili' measures an astounding | | | | this bustling marketplace an unforgettable |
| 19,340 feet at her highest point. The | | | | experience. Be entertained by fortune |
| challenge to climb this majestic mountain has | | | | tellers, street performers and henna women. |
| lured many to scale her heights, a demanding | | | | The Municipal Market sells local fresh |
| but worthwhile ascent by most accounts. Kili, | | | | produce. Take a ride in a Horse-drawn |
| which has five distinct ecological zones, is | | | | carriage and enjoy the spectacular sunset. |
| an extinct volcano. | | | | More performers come out in the evening and |
| | | | entertain till midnight. Enjoy the famous |
| 2. OKAVANGO DELTA – BOTSWANA | | | | local orange juice or mint tea! |
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| The champagne-coloured waterways of this | | | | 7. THE SERENGETI – TANZANIA |
| famous floodplain form the basis of a | | | | |
| pristine Wetland of International Importance | | | | The Serengeti National Park, covering 14,763 |
| (RAMSAR). With some of the most fantastic | | | | sq. km, is named 'endless plains' in Masai. |
| birding globally and a wild dog population, | | | | Here are 35 species of mammals, including |
| the largest inland delta in the world is | | | | wildebeest, zebra, lion, cheetah, leopard, |
| often called Africa's most beautiful | | | | elephant and giraffe, and over 200 species of |
| destination. The region can be explored by | | | | birds. |
| land, boat and air. Enjoy the spectacular | | | | |
| diversity of flora and fauna species. | | | | The annual wildebeest migration is possibly |
| | | | the most spectacular natural event in Africa. |
| 3. THE EGYPTIAN PYRAMIDS | | | | |
| | | | 8. THE VICTORIA FALLS - ZIMBABWE |
| Easily the most recognizable of the 7 Wonders | | | | |
| of the World, the Egyptian Pyramids have long | | | | From either Zimbabwe or Zambia you can |
| held fascination for thousands of people. | | | | experience the world's largest sheet of |
| Recent resurgence of interest Egyptology has | | | | falling water. The spray can be seen up to 30 |
| made trips to this alluring destination more | | | | kilometres away – hence the local name |
| popular than ever. The majority of visitors | | | | 'Mosi-oa-Tunya' – "The smoke that |
| view the pyramids at Giza. The origins of | | | | thunders". |
| these majestic structures continue to be a | | | | |
| source of lively debate, while the stories of | | | | Apart from the spectacular views including |
| ancient curses and grave robbers delight us | | | | permanent rainbows arcing across the face of |
| all. | | | | the falls, one can experience the waters |
| | | | along the river at closer quarters with white |
| 4. PONTA DO OURO - MOZAMBIQUE | | | | water rafting. |
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| With around 100 Bottlenose and Spinner | | | | 9. LAKE MALAWI |
| dolphins making the sheltered waters of Ponta | | | | |
| du Ouro their home, this region is definitely | | | | The 3rd largest lake in Africa is a tropical |
| worth visiting. Dive the reefs to 40 metres | | | | paradise. The tranquil waters lap against |
| in depth; they are teeming with a rainbow of | | | | shores lined with palm, mango, banana and |
| marine life. Dolphin dives are a popular | | | | avocado trees. Here you can kayak, while |
| while in winter the haunting call of the | | | | snorkeling offers access to the colourful |
| humpback whale can be heard. | | | | kaleidoscope of endemic cichlids found at |
| | | | this UNESCO world heritage site. |
| 5. KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – SOUTH AFRICA | | | | |
| | | | 10. TABLE MOUNTAIN - SOUTH AFRICA |
| The oldest, most established reserve in | | | | |
| Africa, the Kruger boasts an amazing variety | | | | This iconic landmark stands in the centre of |
| of game and bird life throughout its numerous | | | | the beautiful city of Cape Town. |
| habitats. The fantastic opportunities to view | | | | |
| the Big Five draw many visitors to the park, | | | | Climb, or experience the wonders of the |
| hoping to spot lion, elephant, buffalo, | | | | revolving cable car. Either way a visit to |
| leopard and black rhinoceros. Game drives and | | | | one of the most recognizable mountains in the |
| guided walking trails offer great animal | | | | world is a must for your trip around the |
| watching opportunities in the African bush. | | | | great African continent. And while you're |
| | | | there, enjoy the wonders of Cape Town |
| 6. DJEMAA el FNAA SQUARE - MARRAKESH - | | | | -beaches, winelands, Robben Island - each one |
| MOROCCO | | | | a 'Top 10' in its own right! |