Holiday Type / African Beaches

A tranquil paradise on a stretch of private white sand beach, this small luxury resort is run in amiable style by Swedish owners Ida and Filip Andersson.

Reminiscent of a Moroccan medina dotted with courtyards, gardens and water features, Medina Palms lies on a white sand beach within a marine reserve.

The epitome of Kenyan barefoot chic, Ocean Spa Lodge is an off-the-beaten-track haven of calm on the country’s enchanting south coast.

A journey that takes you from thrilling game reserves to pristine beach hideaways.

A journey that takes you from predator-filled game reserves to pristine beach hideaways.

Ranked in the top ten 'Most Romantic Places in the World' by Condé Nast, Kaya Mawa is an idyllic hideaway on the southern tip of Likoma Island.

On a hillside by the southern shores of the lake, Pumulani comprises private, grass-roofed villas, each individually styled with spacious sitting areas and a deck from which to drink in the mesmerising lake views.

Refurbished to the tune of US$5.5 million and furnished in a style faithful to the island’s Portuguese heritage, this recently re-opened property is the perfect place to unwind after a dusty South African safari.

Chic amenities and traditional Mozambican design combine in this boutique retreat set in lush indigenous gardens.

Ringed by pure white sands and dazzling azure waters, andBeyond Vamizi Island is the epitome of castaway chic.

Minimalistic and utterly stylish, this beach resort on Mozambique’s southern coast is reached by helicopter from Maputo.

Utterly secluded and largely undiscovered, this superlative private island retreat is the ultimate place to escape the noise of everyday life, framed by the clear waters of the Quirimbas Archipelago marine sanctuary.

Up to eight adults and four children can stay comfortably in this chic oceanfront sanctuary within the De Hoop Nature Reserve.

Perfectly capturing the quintessential ‘Camp’s Bay chic’, this designer beach house-style hotel comprises just seven individually furnished en suite rooms with sweeping mountain or sea views – the Penthouse boasting four terraces and three hundred and sixty degree vistas.

Blessed with one of the finest locations in Africa and the creative talents of Liz McGrath, The Marine takes inspiration from its graceful architecture and wonderful cliff top setting.

In the vibrant heart of Camps Bay, this central, upscale boutique hotel at the top of a commercial tower is close to the Bay’s smart shops, restaurants and nightlife.

A boutique hotel on Umhlanga’s prestigious beachfront overlooking the iconic lighthouse and Indian Ocean beyond.

Built on a headland surrounded by rugged green forest overlooking two magnificent bays, this nineteenth century mansion is now an exclusive retreat.

A tranquil beachside haven overlooking the Blue Flag Robberg Beach, located only a short drive from the shops and restaurants of Plettenberg Bay.

As its name suggests, this immaculately restored heritage was once a former rectory, now transformed into an intimate boutique hideaway just metres from the beach in a quiet cul-de-sac.

Appreciate the romance of a safari and beach experience on this perfect honeymoon combination.

Lying on Pemba Island and accessible only by boat, this boutique hotel is the epitome of barefoot beach relaxation.

Set beside unspoilt Bwejuu-Paje beach, this exclusive, family-owned, boutique resort, part of The Zanzibar Collection - celebrates Zanzibar’s rich heritage with a fusion of Swahili, Arabian and Indian design.

On the most romantic of islands, The Palms is the ultimate escape.

Set in isolated splendour on the island’s south west coast, the all-villa Residence blends serene tranquillity with studious attention to service and detail.

Lying on Pemba Island and accessible only by boat, this boutique hotel is the epitome of barefoot beach relaxation.

The owners of this boutique property on the island’s east coast have created a barefoot luxury environment perfectly in tune with the natural beauty of its surroundings.

Picture the classic Indian Ocean escape: a private island with impossibly white beaches lapped by limpid turquoise waters – a shoes-off experience that begins when you wade to the boat that will take you to the island.