The 5 Best Beaches In Africa.

The African continent is home to some of the world's best beaches, with 18,950 miles of coastline dispersed across 54 nations.

Madagascar's 3,000 miles of coastline, the longest on the continent, is home to hundreds of breathtaking beaches that are frequently extremely secluded as well as offshore islands like île Saint-Marie, where life goes slowly and the scenery is breathtaking.

You can't miss Cape Town's Camps Bay for its sheer wow factor. South Africa and Mozambique are home to the third and fourth longest coasts on the African continent, respectively. They also both boast a ton of picturesque beaches.

Hundreds of offshore islands, such as the Bazaruto Archipelago, where you may enjoy warm, clear turquoise sea, powdered white beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere, are also found in Mozambique. Further north in Kenya, some of the nicest beaches are also found in island paradises like Lamu Island in Kenya, which are further away from the mainland.

It's challenging to select the top beaches because there are so many gorgeous stretches of sand spanning across several nations.

1). Bazaruto Island, Mozambique

Some of the most beautiful beaches we've ever seen can be found on Bazaruto Island, which is located inside the Bazaruto Archipelago Marine Park in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Mozambique. Warm, turquoise-colored ocean, white sand beaches, swaying palm trees, and tall sand dunes combine to create a picture-perfect scene of paradise.

The coral reefs in Bazaruto are great for snorkeling and are a part of a wider archipelago that is renowned for its incredible diving opportunities.

The island is accessible by boat or small plane, and lodging options range from inexpensive guesthouses to the opulent &Beyond Benguerra on a nearby island. For honeymooning couples or families traveling with children, the site offers accommodation in a range of opulent, thatched-roof cottages.

2). Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town, South Africa

Camps Bay Beach, one of South Africa's most popular beaches, is roughly a 10-minute drive from downtown Cape Town and offers views of Lion's Head and the Twelve Apostle peaks. Sunbathing on the white sand beach is a popular local activity despite the fact that the water is too cold for the ordinary swimmer to handle.

On the weekends during the summer, this beach quickly fills up with people who are visiting for various reasons, including to play a game of beach volleyball or just to relax. Take a brief plunge in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean to cool yourself when it becomes too hot. Despite the tropical good looks, you are not alone if you are surprised by the chilliness. Directly from Antarctica, this current originates.

South Beach Camps Bay is our go-to lodging option on this beach. The boutique hotel offers lodging in studios with Miami-inspired white-on-white décor, full kitchens, and private balconies from which you can observe the fiery nightly sunsets. The hotel is decorated with original modern South African art.

Within a 30-minute drive of Cape Town, there are a variety of outstanding beaches, Camps Bay being just one of them. A steep flight of stairs descends from the main road to the nearby Clifton Beaches, which are equally well-liked and located at the bottom of a series of four wind-sheltered bays.

The center of Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt's premier beach destination, is Naama Bay on the Sinai Peninsula. In the distance, you can make out the rugged coastline of Saudi Arabia where the white sand beach meets the calm, clear, blue waters of the Gulf of Aqaba.

As Europeans come here in the winter to escape the cold in their countries, Naama Bay becomes crowded. Divers of all skill levels, including beginners, can enjoy the coral reefs near Ras Mohammed National Park in the area around Sharm el-Sheikh, which is also well-known for its diving. Also available nearby is fantastic snorkeling.

3). Shela Beach, Lamu Island, Kenya

Visit Lamu Island, which is located off the coast of Kenya's port city of Mombasa, for stunning turquoise and aquamarine waters, white-sand beaches, palm palms, and fantastic snorkeling and diving. Beautiful Shela Beach is located in the laid-back community of Shela Village. Here, time flows slowly, and you may while away hours just gazing out at the white-sailed dhows sailing by on the Indian Ocean.

Visit Lamu Town, one of Kenya's oldest settlements and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a dose of culture. It dates back 700 years. Take some time to explore its winding streets.

Additionally, you can reserve an island-hopping excursion in a traditional dhow that will show you undiscovered beaches and ferry you around the archipelago.

4). Trou-aux-Biches, Mauritius

Along with the Seychelles, Mauritius is another collection of islands in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Madagascar. Mauritius, which is slightly more accessible financially than the Seychelles, is also home to many white-sand beaches set against a stunning blue sea.

On the main island, next to the small town of the same name, sits Trou-aux-Biches, one of the best beaches in the nation. The beach here is a mile-long stretch of beautiful white sand. Here, the ocean is tranquil and ideal for swimming. There are chances for everything from jet skiing to kayaking if you want to get out on the water in a watercraft.

Near this beach, there are also a number of hotels in various price ranges, including options for families, as well as eateries serving local and international cuisine. The dry season, which runs between September and December and between April and May, is the ideal time to visit Mauritius.

5). Skeleton Coast, Namibia

The water is icy and the skies are frequently enveloped in mist, so you won't want to swim or even sunbathe here. The beaches of Namibia's Skeleton Coast, however, are among the most mesmerizingly beautiful places on earth.

A ruggedly wild area where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Namib Desert's dunes may be found between the Swakop and Kunene Rivers, north of the town of Swakopmund.

The name refers to all the ships that have sunk here on the beach over the years after running aground in the stormy, shallow waters. There are numerous seabirds close to the wrecks if you enjoy bird watching. A sizable seal colony resides in the region as well.