More renowned for turtle and dolphins, but Mozambique’s palm-fringed beaches provide good whale watching positions.  Humpbacks pass by this part of the African coast from July to November. The best known areas are the Bazaruto Archipelago, Inhaca, Imhambane and Pemba .

Southern right whales are seen in the southern part of the Mozambique Channel between June and December.

The surrounding waters of the Atlantic Ocean provide important feeding grounds for marine turtles and breeding humpback whales, as well as fishing grounds for both local and international fishers.

About Cape Verde

Cape Verde comprises 10 islands – each of them very different to each other – which makes island-hopping a popular choice. It has the fourth highest GDP of any African nation.

The most developed island is Sal, pretty flat, but with some great white-sand beaches and excellent tourist facilities. Boa Vista has even better beaches that stretch for miles, with good watersports options, and whale and dolphin-watching trips.

Several hotels on the islands have spas and almost all hotels are fully air-conditioned. On the main islands there are international standard restaurants.

English is widely spoken, as more than half the Cape Verdeans have links with the east coast of the US and Canada.

Cape Verde Island Guide

Sal – The first of the islands to be developed, its main focus is on tourism

Boa Vista – Less-developed than Sal, the island boasts spectacular beaches and sand dunes

Sao Vicente – The place to experience Cape Verde culture, particularly the vibrant nightlife in Mindelo.

Santiago – The largest island of the archipelago is the place to experience African culture.

The smaller islands:

Fogo boasts a dormant volcano, while Sao Nicolau has volcanic plains.

Santo Antao and Brava are popular with walkers.

Visitors to Paul can check out an ancient distillery, while Maio is sandy and largely undeveloped.

Most islands are accessible by air via the main gateways, while others are reached by ferry.