Enter into a world of unsullied natural elegance where you can hear birdsong from miles away, where silence stretches comfortingly over the mind, and where adventure is custom-fit for your tastes.
Fish River Canyon, Namibia
Fish Canyon is one of the largest canyons in the world, perfect for slow intentional travel. It is great for high-end, minimal, nature-driven experiences. Adventurous travellers who wish to explore the site up close can do so on guided hikes. For the traveller whose aim is to get lost in the vastness of nature, this spot holds undiscovered magic like none other. Imagine endless cliffs, vast expanses of land with no crowds, unbelievably picturesque sunsets and the opportunity to stargaze in one of the world’s most undisturbed skylines. It is like the Grand Canyon without the crowds or publicity. Just you, nature and the beauty of your musings.
Mnemba Island, Tanzania
This dream island is a marine conservation area located in Zanzibar, surrounded by reefs. The scuba diving site is a great point for viewing dolphins, turtles, whale sharks, shore birds and over 600 species of coral fish. The island is privately owned and redefines the meaning of exclusivity; the remote island is accessible via a 20-minute boat trip with a 200-meter exclusion within which non-guests are not permitted. The white sand beaches are as pristine as the sparkling blue waters.
Saint-Louis Island, Senegal
Saint-Louis Island is one the height of visual pleasure and cultural density in West Africa. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is rich in history, architecture, and art. It is much calmer than bigger Senegalese cities like Dakar yet with a strong creative scene featuring music, photography, and fashion. Explore sunset along the Senegal River, horse-drawn carts, historic buildings from the French colonial era. The art lover’s dream, this destination has local ateliers, galleries, and street photography, and the famous Saint-Louis Jazz Festival.
Nyungwe Forest National Park
Step into truly unspoiled nature in this mythical and dense, ancient rainforest. Mist rolls through the deep green trees, creating a bubble against the rest of the world. The low crowds makes this spot the height of luxury for discerning travellers. The famous canopy walkway suspended above the forest adds a magical air to the adventure. Surrounded by the sounds of nature, travellers are immersed in a full cinematic experience.
One of Africa’s oldest rainforests and less visited than the safaris of East Africa, it is perfect for slow, intentional travel. Chimpanzee trekking is one of the best parts of the experience, with over 13 species of primate and a rich biodiversity including birds, orchids, butterflies
île de Gorée, Senegal
Fancy a car-free island that is rich in history? Ile de Goree in Senegal has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site. Although attached to the painful and oppressive history of Atlantic Slave Trade, the breathtaking island is now a place of striking beauty and redefinition. Featuring narrow sandy streets that invite no automobiles, Colourful colonial houses with bougainvillea, art galleries, small museums, and craft shops, it is the place to connect with African and diaspora history, and cultural tourism and education. It is far removed from the hustle of Dakar, and excellent for full-day tripping or staycations.
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