Exotic African holiday deals from Destination Portugal including Cape Verde Islands, Sao Tome and Principe and Mozambique...

CAPE VERDE ISLANDS 7 nights at the 3 Star Hotel Atlantico in the centre of the small towmn of Espargos, itself in the centre of the Island of Sal, the most touristically developed of the Cape Verde Islands, costs �769 per person including scheduled flights from Heathrow or Gatwick with TAP Air Portugal to Sal via Lisbon, twin share room on B&B and transfers, between now and 31st August. For similar visits in the period September to December inclusive, the price is �678 pp. This modest Hotel is an ideal base from which to tour the Island, is just 18kms from the fabulous Santa Maria beach. It would appeal to those who might be looking to buy property in this emerging destination. Sal is a great destination for wind-surfing, Scuba diving and all types of fishing. Living is inexpensive and seafood prolific. SAO TOME & PRINCIPE The 5 Star Pestana Equador Resort Hotel is situated on the Ilheu das Rolas, a 3 hour transfer by 4WD vehicle followed by a 20 minute speedboat trip from the airport at Sao Tome. This luxurious resort of some 70 chalets offers excellent Scuba Diving and fishing (Big Game and Salt Water Fly Fishing) and simple relaxation on the beach or around the huge freeform pool. 6 nights at the Pestana Equador on half board, with a final night at the Hotel Miramar**** in Sao Tome city on B&B, costs �1,045 per person including scheduled flights from Heathrow or Gatwick with TAP Air Portugal to Sao Tome via Lisbon (also via Sal on the return), twin share standard chalet and all transfers, between now and 31st October 2005. A virtually unknown destination - you wil be extremely unlikely to meet any British travellers here!- it will suit those who value unspoilt parts of the World. NB Sao Tome is both on the Equator and the Greenwich meridian - so no time change from the UK. MOZAMBIQUE 7 nights Full Board in a Garden View Chalet at the Pestana Bazaruto Lodge costs �1,655 per person between now and 20th August and �1,546 per person from 21/08-31/10/05. This includes scheduled flights from Heathrow with SAA and Pelican Air to Vilanculos via Johannesburg, light aircraft flight (15 minutes) to Bazaruto Island (part of the famous Bazaruto Archipelago) and 4WD transfer to the Lodge. The Bazaruto Archipelago is a National Park, and is kepted in pristine condition. The wildlife both above and below the sea is prolific, thus Scuba Diving and Salt Water Fly Fishing as well as bird watching are world class activities. Free offers include a Sunset Cruise aboard a sailing dhow, a snorkel trip and a boat trip to Santa Carolina (Paradise Island). Will appeal to those who are willing to change 'planes and find places seldom visited by Europeans. The seafood is spectacular! --ENDS-- Contact: John Perriss Managing Director DESTINATION PORTUGAL 01993-773269 jrp@destination-portugal.co.uk www.africanislands.co.uk