The most popular places to visit:

Zanzibar is part of an archipelago off the coast of Tanzania. It’s official name is Unguja. Stone Town is a historic trade centre with Swahili and Islamic influences. Zanzibar is also known as the ‘Spice Island’ due to the delicious variety of spices grown on the island’s many plantations.

One of the most famous Mozambique holiday destinations, the Bazaruto Archipelago is for swimming and snorkeling. Why not go out into the sea world, see various species of fishes and even dugong.

Lesser known gems in the Indian Ocean to explore include:

• Mafia Island
• Pemba Island
• Nosy Ankao
• Benguerra Island
• Manda Island
• Chale Island
• Tsarabanjina
• Nosy Komba
• Mnemba Island