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At present, the Quirimba Islands are closed for tourism but we will keep you updated as soon as anything changes.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re thinking of exchanging a gloomy winter for a spot of Vitamin D this year, then you may well have the Indian Ocean Islands on your list. And as well you should, as these tiny specks of sand off Africa\u2019s eastern coastline are quite literally heaven on earth. But what happens behind the tropical seascapes, swaying palm trees and sugar-white sands? Read on to discover what each of these tropical Indian Ocean Islands has to offer behind the blurb on the marketing brochure\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Indian<\/p>\n

Mauritius<\/h2>\n

A\u00a0haven of watersports<\/em><\/p>\n

If the thought of a sun-spattered ocean has you fighting your way into a wetsuit before we can say \u2018best watersports in the Indian Ocean\u2019, then start booking your flights to Mauritius. Almost every hotel has a dazzling array of water-based activities and with specialist instructors to go with them, it doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re an intermediate diver or expert jet-skier. If that sounds a tad too energetic then you\u2019ll be pleased to know that if the activity doesn\u2019t require a motor to get you there, it\u2019s usually free – big hurrahs then for paddle-boarding, snorkelling, kite-surfing and kayaking.<\/p>\n

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Mauritius<\/div>
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\"Zanzibar<\/a><\/p>\n

Zanzibar<\/h2>\n

A spot of culture<\/em><\/p>\n

The largest of the exotic archipelago, Zanzibar will always have a place in our hearts as the original beach paradise of the Indian Ocean islands. But what most don\u2019t know is that the island has a history and culture as diverse as its many inhabitants throughout the years. From Arab traders and Omani merchants to Indian sailors and Portugese adventurers, Zanzibar is a haven of ornate palaces and elaborate doors, heady plantations of spices and markets of exotic crafts. Tear yourself away from your sun lounger to wander in the maze of Stone Town\u2019s narrow lanes and you\u2019ll discover a side to East Africa you never knew existed\u2026<\/p>\n

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Zanzibar<\/div>
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Mafia\u00a0Island<\/h2>\n

Honeymoon galore<\/em><\/p>\n

With less than 1000 visitors a year, Mafia Island is one of the Indian Ocean\u2019s best-kept secrets. And now we\u2019re going to spill the beans! 20 kilometres or so away from mainland Tanzania, the tiny slash of green in the midst of the Indian Ocean is a bundle of unspoiled good looks. Refreshingly free of tourists, days here are tranquil and unhurried and diving in Tanzania\u2019s first underwater marine park is as energetic as it gets. Instead, stroll along the peachy beaches, doze the days away under a coconut palm or watch as the dhows billow across the horizon\u2026 Did someone say honeymoon?<\/p>\n

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Mafia Island<\/div>
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\"Indian<\/a><\/p>\n

Seychelles<\/h2>\n

Glitzy beach glamour<\/em><\/p>\n

We won\u2019t beat around the bush \u2013 the Seychelles, one of the Indian Ocean islands is everything you thought it would be, and a little bit more. All 115 specks of brilliant white sand offer the most stupendous luxury in immaculate hotels, where platoons of butlers and eye-stretching infinity pools are the name of the game. Delve a little deeper and you\u2019ll find exclusive beaches and tropical tableaus on private North Island, wandering turtles on the sandy shores of Fregate and champagne-hued sunsets from La Digue. Wherever you choose, we can guarantee it will be perfectly-manicured toes-in-the-sand beach luxury at it\u2019s best\u2026 and it\u2019s rather fabulous.<\/p>\n

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\"Indian<\/p>\n

Reunion\u00a0Island<\/h2>\n

The ultimate Robinson Crusoe experience<\/em><\/p>\n

The French Overseas Territory of Reunion is a veritable Garden of Eden when it comes to outdoor treasures. From La Piton Fournaise, one of the most active volcanoes on the planet, to hidden gorges, canyons and glittering waterfalls, the island\u2019s interior is enchanting in its beauty. And it\u2019s not just for looking at either \u2013 walking, hiking, rock climbing and canyoning are just some of the lung-gasping activities on offer. And then there are the beaches (white, pristine and perfectly tropical) and the food (colourful, exotic and melt in your mouth). Could this be the perfect island escape?<\/p>\n

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Reunion Island<\/div>
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\"Indian<\/a><\/p>\n

Pemba\u00a0Island<\/h2>\n

Out of this world diving<\/em><\/p>\n

A smattering of talcum-powder beaches, an interior of lush tropical forests and fields of juicy mangoes make Pemba a castaway\u2019s dream. But it\u2019s under the gin-clear water that this magical island really comes alive: think dramatic coral cliffs, almost 800m long, plunging into the emerald depths of the Pemba Channel (said to reach up to 2000m in places!), home to pristine coral gardens and veritable paradise of Finding Nemo-esque delights of the Indian Ocean islands. If you\u2019re feeling adventurous, motor down to the Emerald Lagoon in the south and watch the hammerheads and barracuda coming in on the currents. But the best bit? There\u2019s no one else here\u2026<\/p>\n

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Pemba Island<\/div>
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\"Indian<\/p>\n

Quirimbas Archipelago<\/h2>\n

Get away from it<\/em><\/p>\n

Ever wondered what life was like before fruit-themed electronic devices and internet shopping? We can\u2019t say we\u2019re totally sure, but a few days in northern Mozambique\u2019s stunning Quirimbas Archipelago might come close. Not many places epitomise barefoot island bliss quite like these little specks of sand, seemingly lost in a timeless history of Portugese, Arab and Swahili influences. The few lodges are sublime, the beaches are dramatic and beautiful and divers and snorkelers won\u2019t be disappointed with the impressive underwater life. It might take a plane, a boat and even a short paddle to get here but the rewards are truly spectacular. Make sure you don’t miss this stunner amongst the Indian Ocean islands.<\/p>\n

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