Tailor-Made Bush & Beach Holidays to Africa

FROM SAFARI TO COAST

If you are torn between an exciting African safari and a relaxing beach holiday, why not consider combining the two? Africa offers some wonderful bush & beach combinations perfect for a honeymoon or family adventure.

The East African coastline that stretches from the Horn of Africa through Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique to the Eastern Cape in South Africa has something to offer everyone from five star luxury to bare foot escapism.

Many of the pristine white sand beaches and exotic islands found here are among the best in the world and the ocean itself holds a world of spectacular coral reefs teeming with life and colour. The crystal clear, warm, inviting waters of the Indian Ocean are perfect for family beach holidays and the range of water sport activities on offer including world class diving, snorkelling and fishing will satisfy the adventure seeker.

An African beach hideaway is a wonderful addition to a safari holiday.

Bush & Beach Destinations

Botswana & Victoria Falls

Botswana is a largely road-less wilderness of savannahs, deserts, wetlands and saltpans. As one of the last true remaining wilderness areas in Africa, it can be explored by canoe, game drives and guided bush walks. Botswana is a great safari destination on its own or it can be combined with Victoria Falls for a different take on the traditional bush & beach experience. Retreat to a private island in the middle of the mighty Zambezi River between Zambia & Zimbabwe & witness the wonderful Victoria Falls. Escape the crowds and enjoy being in an area of exceptional natural beauty with quiet, unspoiled surroundings.

South Africa & Mozambique

South Africa & Mozambique offer an ideal combination for a bush & beach holiday, honeymoon or family adventure. Combine a safari in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, Phinda, Kruger or Madikwe with a coastal retreat on white sandy beaches and the pristine shores of Mozambique where you can enjoy some of the best scuba diving and snorkelling in the world.

Kenya

Kenya is an ideal destination to combine bush and beach. Famed as the original safari destination, Kenya has been connecting guests with the animal kingdom for decades. For those looking to combine a great African safari experience, breath-taking landscapes and true wilderness adventure followed by some relaxation at the coast on an idyllic white sandy beach, Kenya perfectly balances bush with beach.

Zambia & Malawi

Zambia & Malawi offer an excellent combination of bush-camps and beachfronts. Explore the wildlife-rich national parks in Zambia on a proper walking or mobile safari before escaping to the crystal-clear waters and tranquil beauty of Lake Malawi. Expect adventure, excitement and beauty.

Tanzania & Zanzibar

Tanzania is one of the best places in Africa to enjoy a bush & beach holiday. Begin with a classic safari in Tanzania’s northern or southern parks and reserves complete with abundant wildlife, dramatic landscapes and diverse cultures. Then retreat to the white sandy beaches and turquoise shallows of the paradise island of Zanzibar for a relaxing coastal stay.

Zimbabwe

As a land-locked country, Zimbabwe doesn’t naturally lend itself to a bush & beach holiday destination. However, as a wildcard option you could combine an old-school Zimbabwe safari with a retreat to the remote and secluded Matusadona National Park situated on the shores of Lake Kariba. Enjoy waterborne safaris, fishing, bird watching and spectacular sunsets on the largest artificial lake and reservoir in the world.

12 Day Bush & Beach Holiday | Kenya

Outposts Travel Africa arranged a 12 day bush & beach holiday for lovely repeat clients who wanted to celebrate their special wedding anniversary in Kenya. They spent 6 nights on safari exploring Ol Pejeta & the Maasai Mara before flying to the coast for 4 nights of relaxation on Diani beach.

“Outposts promised us something special for our Anniversary trip and once again they totally delivered.”

“Our expectations were high given that we have travelled on Outposts arranged itineraries before which have always been wonderful. This trip was again superb. I think the discussions that you offer beforehand establish exactly what we would want to do and would enjoy and it becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy – we really loved every aspect of our trip. What we particularly like is that you gave us options within the budgets and ‘likes’ that we’d specified so the final choice is ours but we have come to realise that anything you suggest will in fact turn out to be perfect so we are just choosing around the margins really. The Game Drives in both camps were excellent. Sufficiently different. The Drivers/Spotters were excellent. We had some wonderful ‘moments’. The accommodation was fantastic and the catering superb. It was good to relax and chill at the end too. Thank you all once again. It was a superb holiday”

Mr & Mrs Horn

UK, June 2019

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