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Africa is the world's second-largest and second most-populous continent. Every year thousands of people travel to Africa for safaris, tours and holidays. Its northern half is primarily desert or arid, while its central and southern areas contain both savanna plains and very dense rainforest regions. Before traveling, obtain the Consular Information Sheet for any countries you plan to visit. Medical facilities may be limited, particularly in rural areas. Some countries have shortages of medicines. Bring an adequate supply of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines that you need to take. Keep all prescriptions in their original, labeled containers. Consult your doctor for any recommended immunizations. Also check department of state's website for any unrest in the country you are planning to visit.

Egypt is among the most famous destinations of the world having abundance of historical treasures including temples, pyramids and museums.

• Sphinx -Half Human, Half Lion
• Egypt Pyramids, Great Pyramid
• Luxor and Karnak Temples
• Aswan
• Edfu Temple
• Mount Sinai
• Siwa Oasis
• Valley of the Kings
• White Desert

South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa. It is full of scenic beauty, diverse wildlife and adventures, making it an ideal travel and tourism destination in Africa.

• Blyde River Canyon
• Cape Point Lighthouse
• Drakensberg Mountains
• Kruger National Park
• Table Mountain
• The Sun City
• WineLands

Algeria
Algeria is the second largest country of the continent of Africa. Most of Algeria's territory is covered by the Sahara desert, making it its main attraction for travel and tourism.
• Ahaggar Mountains
• Djemila
• Grand Erg Desert
• Tassili N Ajjer

Ethiopia is a developing country of East Africa, and is comprised of nine states and two city administrations (Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa).

• Aksum
• Gondar
• Lalibela
• Simien National Park

Kenya is a country in Eastern Africa. Kenya has a good tourism infrastructure, with Nairobi as the capital of Kenya which has majority of the tourism trade. Kenya sits at the centre of the African safari experience, with an outstanding variety of wild animals including big five
• Amboseli National Reserve
• Lake Nakuru
• Lake Turkana
• Lamu Island
• Masai Mara
• Mount Elgon
• Mount Kenya
• The Rift Valley
• Tsavo National Park


Malawi is located in southeastern Africa. It has the Great Rift Valley running through the country from
north to south. Malawi has an incredible variety of stunning landscapes.

• Lake Malawi
• Livingstonia
• Zomba Plateau

Namibia is located in southern Africa, it is blessed with rich natural resources, diverse culture and modern infrastructure making it a popular travel and tourism destination.

• Namib Desert
• Seal Colony,
( Cape Cross Reserve )
• Skeleton Coast
• Spitzkoppe Mountain

Tanzania is unique among the most popular tourism destination in Africa. It has a huge diversity of fauna and flora, highest permanently snow-capped free standing Kilimanjaro mountain in Africa.

• Bagamoyo
• Lake Manyara
• Mount Kilimanjaro
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Olduvai Gorge
• Serengeti National Park
• Zanzibar

Zambia is the home of the Victoria Falls and many other magnificent waterfalls, spectacular wildlife, superb safaris, great adventures, rich culture and friendly people. Almost one-third of the country is given over to national parks and game reserves.
 


 





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