Africa’s beaches offer a breathtaking blend of turquoise waters, powder-soft sands, secluded islands, and rich cultural coastlines that make them some of the most remarkable seaside escapes in the world. From the Indian Ocean’s warm, crystalline lagoons to the Atlantic’s dramatic surf-beaten shores, the continent’s coastline is as diverse as its landscapes. The beaches of East Africa—Zanzibar, Mafia, Pemba, Kenya’s Lamu and Diani, and Mozambique’s Bazaruto and Quirimbas Archipelagos—are famous for their swaying palms, coral reefs, dhow-filled horizons, and barefoot-luxury lodges. Further into the Indian Ocean, the islands of Seychelles and Mauritius showcase postcard-perfect scenery with granite boulders, coral-blue shallows, and lush interiors that feel like tropical sanctuaries. Madagascar adds a wild, off-the-beaten-path charm with its remote bays, whale-filled channels, and rustic fishing villages where life moves to the rhythm of the tides.