From epic safaris and rugged mountains to pristine beaches and ancient ruins, the beautiful continent of Africa boasts abundant opportunities if you want to have memorable adventures. With so many iconic destinations and bustling cities to be discovered by brave travellers, it offers you a plethora of exciting spots to get you thrilled. These places offer you the kick of exploration and discovery. In this week’s issue, a few of these adventurous locations will be highlighted to give you a tip of the iceberg of what Africa has to offer.

Island City of Sao Tome and Principe

First on our list is the hidden treasure Island of Sao Tome and Principe. A tropical beauty with fascinating landscapes, cascading waterfalls, palm-fringed beaches, and volcanic peaks. Sao Tome boasts of a vibrant culture and a paradise for adventurous travellers as it offers fun activities, for instance, hiking, bird watching, and exploration of a wide variety of life. Time spent at such an enchanting destination is bound to leave you in awe.


Ancient City of Great Zimbabwe

Think about experiencing what it feels like living in medieval times. The environment, the atmosphere, all of that. If you are one of those who constantly want to have an iota of that experience, then the ancient City of Great Zimbabwe is an ideal option. This UNESCO World Heritage site is located in the southern-eastern hills of the modern country of Zimbabwe. Visitors get to explore the remains of a once-thriving and powerful city of ancient times.

Namib Desert, Namibia, Southern Africa

Probably the oldest desert in the world, the Namib Desert offers an out-of-this-world experience. An unusual fact about this destination is that, although it’s a desert, it’s the third coldest desert on the globe. Explore the beauty of iconic landmarks such as Sossusvlei and Deadvlei and the towering dunes of the Namib-Naukluft National Park. Nighttime with clear skies lets you gaze in awe at the constellation of stars. 
*Image: Namib Desert*

Table Mountain, South Africa

Take one of the best adventures as you scale to the top of Table Mountain and experience an astonishing panoramic view. Cable cars are available to give a relaxing ride to the summit of the mountain, and if one feels like taking it in fully, they are very much welcome to hike to the top. The exotic wildlife present at this destination adds to the beauty it has to offer. 
*Image: Table Mountain*

Village of Konso, Ethiopia.

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Konso cultural landscape offers a glimpse into centuries-old traditions and a way of life. With complexly designed terraces and age-old ceremonies performed by the local villagers, a trip to the village of Konso is bound to be an enlightening one.
*Image: Village of Konso*

Africa offers many opportunities to explore various designations and have an experience like none before. So go ahead, explore, learn, and enjoy all of the fascinating wonders that Africa has got to give.

Odun Ogunbiyi
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Odunayo Ogunbiyi is an ex pharmacist with a passion for food and pampering. Writing about her exploits wherever in the world she may find herself is just her way of staying sane in this zany world.