Africa Diving Holiday

Diving in the Indian Ocean is an absolute pleasure: coral reefs teem with fish of every conceivable size and shape; dolphins, turtles and manta rays are often seen; and the translucent water not only makes for excellent visibility but is also wonderfully warm. Whether you’re a dedicated bubble blower or first-time diver, spending time in this colourful underwater world is sure to be a highlight of your Africa holiday.

A staggering variety of top dive destinations can be found off Africa’s Indian Ocean coastline. Beginners would do well to explore the calm water and shallow reefs surrounding the island of Mauritius while more experienced divers can opt for exciting drift dives off Pemba Island in Tanzania or the magnificent coral walls in the largely unmapped waters of Mozambique’s Quirimbas Archipelago.

Once happily back on soft beach sand you’ll quickly discover that the focus of our Africa diving holidays is by no means restricted to the world below the waves. From family-friendly beach villas in the Bazaruto Archipelago to exclusive honeymoon hideouts on the private islands of the Seychelles, our recommended diving lodges and hotels have all been carefully selected for their luxurious accommodation, high levels of service and blissful locations on sugar-white tropical beaches.

Finally, for the best of two very different worlds, we’d highly recommend combining your Africa diving holiday with a wildlife experience for a safari & beach vacation: Mozambique’s tropical coastline is a short flight from the Kruger Park; the world-renowned dive sites off Mnemba and Pemba Islands can be easily added to an East Africa safari; and you can even drive from the big game reserves in KwaZulu-Natal to South Africa’s wild Elephant Coast – home to the world’s southernmost coral reefs.

Want to find out more? Read more about our top diving destinations, browse our most popular Africa diving holidays, or contact one of our well-travelled safari experts and they’ll tailor-make an itinerary just for you.

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Tanzania's Mnemba Private Island

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7 days
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Spend a week on a private island. Enjoy white sand & beautiful coral reefs.

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Tanzania Zanzibar

Seychelles' Praslin & Mahe Islands

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8 days
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Take in 2 island experiences. Fantastic facilities & plenty of activities.

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Mahe Island Praslin Island Seychelles

Seychelles Private Island

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6 days
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Quick air transfer. Private island exclusivity.

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Private Islands Seychelles

Seychelles Praslin, La Digue & Mahe Island

From $4,010 per person sharing
10 days
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Experience 3 different Seychelles islands. Enjoy Praslin's beaches & famed forests.

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La Digue Island Mahe Island Praslin Island Seychelles

Romantic Chobe, Delta & Mozambique Island

From $18,275 per person sharing
15 days
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Cruise down the legendary Chobe River. Spot Botswana's huge elephant herds.

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Bazaruto Archipelago Botswana Chobe National Park Chobe River Mozambique

Honeymoon Vic Falls, Kruger & Seychelles

From $17,135 per person sharing
13 days
Sip sundowners while taking in the view of the Zambezi River at Thorntree River Lodge. Explore 'Africa's Adventure Capital', Victorial Falls. Indulge in luxury at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. Unwind with spa treatments & relaxing massages at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. Spend your overnight stay at Johannesburg's The Residence. Every meal is a lavish affair at The Residence. Your overnight stay in the Seychelles is at the Eden Bleu Hotel. Balmy weather and clear blue water awaits at Eden Bleu Hotel.
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Zambezi River & Victoria Falls adventures. Big 5 game viewing in a premier reserve.

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Kruger National Park Seychelles South Africa Victoria Falls Zambia

Honeymoon Kruger & Seychelles' Mahe

From $13,365 per person sharing
9 days
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Fly-in safari & beach holiday. Award-winning accommodation.

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Kruger National Park Mahe Island Seychelles South Africa

Romantic Kenya's Mara & Coast

From $11,300 per person sharing
11 days
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Incredible views of the Masai Mara. Great Wildebeest Migration viewing in season.

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Diani Beach Kenya Kenya beaches Masai Mara Samburu

Honeymoon Cape, Kruger & Mozambique

From $13,215 per person sharing
14 days
More Quarters Hotel. Escape to a Ngala Tented Camp tented suite. Enjoy lantern-lit dinners at Ngala Tented Camp. Swimming pool with a view. Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge exterior. Palm-dotted island living. A romantic sunset beach dinner on Benguerra Island. A cast-away style island picnic.
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Luxury apartment in trendy city neighbourhood. A full-day tour of Cape Point and surrounds.

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Bazaruto Archipelago Cape Town Kruger National Park Mozambique South Africa

Family Kruger & Benguerra Island

From $13,395 per person sharing
12 days
Azura has a gold-rated PADI dive centre & offers exceptional snorkelling & scuba-diving. White-sailed fishing dhows add an exotic dash to the ingredients of your Mozambique experience Leave some time to appreciate the Indian Ocean sunset - best viewed with glass in hand. Azura's guides & child-minders entertain children while parents to enjoy a bit of downtime. Step out of your villa & onto squeaky-soft sand, lapped by a turquoise ocean. Fitzpatrick's pool is a welcome sight for children on a hot Kruger afternoon. You'll enjoy crowd-free game viewing in an exclusive-use Kruger concession. Air conditioning & mosquito nets ensure a sound night's sleep for the children at Fitzpatrick's.
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Day & night game drives. Safari walks to track smaller game.

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Bazaruto Archipelago Kruger National Park Mozambique South Africa

Romantic Kruger & Mozambique

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11 days
Main lounge at Dulini. dulini_moya_suite_deck1 Enjoy boma dinners under the stars. Exceptional game viewing. Relax and have a soak after game drives. Azura Benguerra's rooms are designed to embody the island feel. Escape the African heat with a dip in the pool. Go scuba diving in the marine reserve.
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Ranger & tracker guided 4x4 safaris. Personal butler.

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Bazaruto Archipelago Johannesburg Kruger National Park Kruger Private Concessions Mozambique

Family Zambia & Malawi

From $3,470 per person sharing
9 days
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Sunrise game drives. Game viewing along the Luangwa River.

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Lake Malawi Malawi South Luangwa National Park Zambia

Malawi Highlands, Park & Lake

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11 days
The safari action starts at Mkulumadzi, set on the Shire River in one of Malawi's best wildlife reserves. Boating safaris at Mkulumadzi are the best way to see the river's famous hippos. Two nights in Malawi's Majete Reserve gives you plenty of time to enjoy both day & night game drives. A private concession setting means you'll add guided walks to your list of safari activities. Enjoy three nights of luxurious, colonial-style bliss at Huntingdon House, set on a sprawling tea estate. Lake Malawi's warm, clear waters offer a snorkelling experience very much like that of a tropical reef! Water skiing is just one of the activities on offer at Pumulani Lake Lodge, your Lake Malawi hideaway. Enjoy a classic African sunset from the comfort of Pumulani's pool deck.
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Stay on a historical estate & working tea farm. Picnics & guided birding walks near Mount Mulanje.

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Lake Malawi Lilongwe Malawi

Malawi Island, Parks & Highlands

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13 days
Enjoy private dining in the cosy embrace of Huntingdon House, a gracious retreat set on a tea estate. Huntingdon House offers a taste of yesteryear life coupled with traditional Malawi friendliness. Malawi's landlocked setting doesn't mean you won't enjoy supper on the beach at Kaya Mawa! Wind surfing activities are available for the brave. Tucked away on a Lake Malawi island, Kaya Mawa delivers nothing but barefoot luxury & adventure. Sip and enjoy a Malawi gin and tonic by the swimming pool. The cuisine at Latitude 13 has earned a reputation as the best in Lilongwe - a great start to your safari! This 13-day tour opens with the urban sophistication of Latitude 13, a welcome sight after a long flight.
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Canoe and fish on the Bua River in Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve. Snorkel and dive in Lake Malawi.

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Lake Malawi Malawi
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