Serenity In the Heart of the Indian Ocean
Rodrigues is small and slow, a world apart from busy islands. Fishing boats head out early, leaving wakes over calm lagoons. At night, music drifts from village gatherings: accordions, drums, the steady pulse of sega. The island’s hills roll gently inland, dotted with tortoise reserves and caves.
The reefs haven’t changed much, and they are still good for snorkelling and diving. Life here leaves space to breathe. You can kite surf in the morning and wander the market by afternoon, chatting with stallholders about their jams and pickles. As a Rodrigues DMC, this island rewards those who want a slower rhythm and authentic moments.
➤ Snorkelling and diving in pristine lagoons
➤ Kite surfing in Anse Mourouk
➤ Hiking coastal and inland trails
➤ Visiting the François Leguat Giant Tortoise Reserve
➤ Exploring limestone caves
➤ Sampling fresh seafood and local specialities at Port Mathurin market
➤ Tailor-made excursions with Emotions to visit the highlights of Rodrigues
➤ Visit Ile Aux Cocos & Ile Aux Chats
Réunion’s mountains rise steep and sharp, surrounded by deep valleys that swallow whole villages. The island’s three big cirques, Salazie, Mafate, and Cilaos, each feel raw and untamed. The trails wander through thick forest and farmland, crossing passes that open up wide views.
Local people still live close to the land here, greeting visitors like they’ve known them forever. Waterfalls crash down rock walls, and warm springs sit tucked in the hills. It’s the kind of place that pulls you outside and keeps you moving.
➤ Hiking the UNESCO-listed cirques
➤ Touring the Piton de la Fournaise volcano
➤ Canyoning in wild gorges
➤ Swimming under waterfalls
➤ Relaxing on the West Coast beaches
➤ Helicopter Tours: Spectacular bird’s-eye view of cirques, waterfalls and the volcano
➤ Taste local gastronomy such as curries, rougailles, samoussas and more
➤ Etang Salé – Unique black sand beach.
The Seychelles spread across the Indian Ocean as a cluster of islands, each with its own feel. Mahé bustles with markets and roads that hug hidden bays. Praslin holds the famous Vallée de Mai, where rare palms grow thick. La Digue moves slower; bikes and ox carts share dusty roads.
Beaches shine white against granite hills, and the water turns from bright turquoise to dark blue in moments. The islands are old, rich in plants and birds found nowhere else. You move easily between the quiet coves and coral reefs, where the rhythm of island life sets the pace.
➤ Island-hopping across the Inner and Outer Islands
➤ Relaxing on Anse Lazio or Anse Source d’Argent
➤ Diving and snorkelling among vibrant coral reefs
➤ Hiking Morne Seychellois National Park
➤ Visiting the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
➤ Sailing into hidden lagoons at sunset
➤ Aldabra Atoll – Remote UNESCO World Heritage Site with one of the world’s largest populations of giant tortoise.
Madagascar doesn’t feel like anywhere else. Antsirabe is a good place to start, where the quiet streets open up into wild forests full of lemurs. The island’s famous baobab trees stand scattered like ancient sentinels.
You’ll find old tombs carved from sandstone nearby, reminders of a long history. The landscapes shift fast, rainforest gives way to dry scrub, and coral beaches. Wildlife here isn’t just a backdrop, it’s the main act. Watching these creatures in their own space is what makes Madagascar stick with you.
➤ Trekking in lemur-rich national parks
➤ Visiting the Tsingy rock formations
➤ Diving in Nosy Be
➤ Strolling through the Avenue of the Baobabs at sunset
➤ Exploring local craft markets for woven baskets, carved wood, and textiles
➤ Antananarivo (Tana) – Explore the capital’s royal palaces, markets, and colonial architecture.