Banyan Tree Seychelles

Set on a stunning white sand beach on Mahe, the Banyan Tree Seychelles is a world-class beach resort offering superb facilities, great service and amazing views. The Banyan Tree Seychelles makes a perfect start to a Seychelles honeymoon.

Easter

Africa is home to some incredible destinations, perfect for travelling during the Easter holidays; from the unique Skeleton coast in Namibia, the thunderous Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe, to wildlife spotting in Botswana. Escape the April showers and head on holiday over Easter.

This time of year is the perfect time to see Victoria Falls in all its glory. The high water levels make this already spectacular natural wonder even better, giving it its reputable status as the ‘smoke that thunders.’ The warm sunny days produce multiple scattered rainbows a phenomenon to be included in any Easter holiday break.

Botswana is the go to destination for wildlife, with great safari trips in Kalahari, Savuti and Makgadikgadi Pans, the latter homing the annual zebra migration and Easter time being the last chance to witness these superb creatures.  

South Africa’s well renowned eastern cape and garden route provides a stretch of coastline 300km long, from Port Elizabeth to Plettenberg Bay, this enchanting coastline is filled with attractive scenery. Its white sandy beaches, breath-taking bays, steep cliffs and mountain backdrops provide excellent excursions as visitors wander through its various passes, exploring all the region has to offer. 

Namibia, an extraordinarily enticing country boasts landscapes filled with desert plains, weird vegetation and unique animals. For a completely different but awe inspiring safari, Namibia is the perfect choice, a land of real enchantment.

East Coast, Mauritius

The Residence Mauritius is an elegant luxury beach resort on a beautiful beach on Mauritius’ East Coast. Offering extensive facilities, superb service and cuisine and a fabulous spa, The Residence is perfect for a family holiday or romantic escape.

The Residence Mauritius

Benguerra Island, Mozambique

Azura Benguerra Island is a barefoot luxury eco-retreat in Mozambique’s incredible Bazaruto Islands. Spend your days at Azura Benguerra lazing on perfect beaches, snorkelling and diving, getting pampered at the spa, or joining a community project.

Azura Benguerra Island

Franschhoek, South Africa

A spectacular hideaway in the Winelands with eleven individually and elegantly decorated suites and five new vineyard villas. La Residence is a wonderful place from which to explore, or just relax and soak up the beautiful scenery.

La Residence

East Coast, Mauritius

One&Only Le Saint Géran is one of Mauritius’ best established luxury beach resorts. Ideal for both families and couples, the One&Only Le Saint Géran has a gorgeous natural setting matched only by the superb service and sophisticated accommodation.

One&Only Le Saint Géran

Serengeti National Park, northern Tanzania

Serengeti Under Canvas is an intimate &Beyond mobile camp in Tanzania’s Serengeti, providing a traditional safari experience without compromising on the comfort, and a stay at Serengeti Under Canvas lets you experience the annual Great Migration in style.

Serengeti Under Canvas

East Coast, Mauritius

Constance Belle Mare Plage is a beautiful resort set on one of Mauritius’ finest beaches. Offering a superb spa and two championship golf courses, Constance Belle Mare Plage can be as relaxing or as active as you choose, and the food is superb.

Constance Belle Mare Plage

East Coast, Mauritius

Constance Le Prince Maurice is a romantic beach hideaway on a white sand beach on Mauritius’ East Coast. Chic and relaxed, Constance Le Prince Maurice is an ideal honeymoon destination boasting a stunning pool, fantastic restaurants and excellent service.

Constance Le Prince Maurice

Rorke's Drift, South Africa

Fugitives’ Drift is an Imagine favourite for those visiting the historic Anglo-Zulu battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana. Expert guides recount-enthralling tales of overcoming adversity, with charming accommodation and incredible scenery to boot.

Fugitive's Drift

Gansbaai, South Africa

Grootbos is a 5-star luxury lodge located a short distance from Hermanus. A firm Imagine favourite, this lodge offers an excellent nature experience, focused on the southern right whale migration in Walker Bay from June to November.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

The Crags, South Africa

Hog Hollow has been an Imagine favourite for many years offering seclusion in one of the Garden Route’s most picturesque locations. Beautiful suites, attentive service and spectacular views make this one of the most in-demand places to stay in the area.

Hog Hollow Country Lodge

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Cape Town, South Africa

What better way to experience the varied landscapes of the Cape Peninsula than by bike? Bike and Saddle has six routes ranging from a three hour tour around Cape Town, to a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, there is something to suit everyone.

Bike and Saddle Cycling Tours

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting on the Zambezi River on the rapids below Victoria Falls. This stretch of water is home to the largest number of high volume Grade 5 rapids on the planet. An adrenaline fuelled experience in a dramatic setting.

White-water rafting on the Zambezi

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Take a helicopter flight over Victoria Falls to witness one of the seven wonders of the natural world from the air. A flight over the Falls gives a dramatic perspective of the largest sheet of falling water in the world.

Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

High tea at the old colonial Victoria Falls Hotel should not be missed. Sitting on the terrace with the sound of the Falls in the background is a truly fantastic experience.

Tea at Victoria Falls Hotel

Cape Town, South Africa

There are few places on earth where you can enjoy an experience quite like this. Get up close to the breeding colony of penguins at Boulders Beach on False bay and share their stretch of sand, or even paddle into the sea to swim with them.

Penguins at Boulders Beach

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Take in the Falls in all their glory with a walk through the Victoria Falls National Park. It is recommended to view the Falls from the Zimbabwean side as you can enjoy extensive views of the Falls as you wind your way along the pathways.

Victoria Falls National Park

Victoria Falls, Zambia

During low water (August-January), take a dip in the ultimate infinity pool whilst visiting Livingstone Island perched on the lip of Victoria Falls. Not for the faint heart, an exhilarating plunge into the pool is our top Livingstone recommendation.

Devil's Pool

Cape Town, South Africa

For a unique day out in Cape Town, take a horseback ride along the five-mile long, picturesque Noordhoek Beach. Noordhoek is the longest beach in Cape Town and has spectacular views of Table Mountain and the Chapman's Peak.

Horseriding on Noordhoek Beach

Cape Town, South Africa

Frequently hailed as one of the best restaurants in South Africa, The Test Kitchen is an award winning restaurant that combines high quality ingredients with a creative flair which means it is often fully booked weeks in advance.

Dine at the Test Kitchen

Cape Town, South Africa

Peter Tempelhoff, executive chef at The Greenhouse, stays on the cutting-edge of South African cuisine with ever-changing seasonal menus, showcasing contemporary cooking techniques and culinary styles.

Dinner at The Greenhouse

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