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This week, I’m wrapping up my mini Africa-focused series by highlighting three more countries that truly deserve your attention—especially if you’re seeking to open your eyes and hearts to new experiences.
- Namibia
Top Destinations:
- Skeleton Coast
- Damaraland
- Etosha National Park
- Windhoek
- Fish River Canyon
Known For:
- Giant red sand dunes
- Himba tribe
- sparse population
- Skeleton Coast shipwrecks
Best Combined with Botswana for a "desert & delta" experience or South Africa for a "city & wilderness" experience.
When To Go: May thru October is the ideal time to visit Namibia. Avoid January and February due to flood potential.
Namibia offers visitors:
- Indigenous cultures
- Self-drive experiences
- Sand and seclusion "off the grid" travelStargazing in some of the world's darkest skies
2. Rwanda
Top Destinations:
- Volcanoes National Park
- Akagera National Park
- Nyungwe National Park
- Lake Kivu
- Kigali
Known For:
- The Land of a 1,000 Hills
- Stunning scenery
- Warm, friendly people
- One third of the world's gorilla population
Best combined with Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
When to Go:
Year round! with December to February along with June to September the best times to visit, especially for gorilla trekking.
Rwanda offers visitors:
- Mountain gorillas and chimpanzees
- Incredible scenery
- Diverse culture and wildlife
- Hiking Mount Kigali
3. Mozambique
Top Destinations:
- Bazaruto Archipelago
- Maputo
- Tofo
- Ilha de Mozambique
- Gorongosa National Park
Known for:
- Amazing beaches
- Wildlife
- Snorkeling and diving
Best combined with South Africa, Tanzania or Zimbabwe.
When to Go:
March to May is good with moderate temperatures and May festivals. June to November is the best during the hot, dry season.
Mozambique offers visitors:
- Ocean safaris and dolphin swimming
- Colonial relics on Mozambique Island
- Horseback riding on deserted beaches
On a side note, as soon as January hits, J5Travel enters lockdown mode, as we deal with our absolute busiest time of the year. If you wish to beat the rush, and especially if you are considering a bucket list trip in 2025 such as Africa, then we strongly encourage you to get a headstart and complete our pre-planning form by clicking below.