3 Main Tourist Attractions in SADC Countries PDF

MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN THE SADC COUNTRIES TB pg 154-195. JULY 2024 ANGOLA  Angola once had a lot of wildlife, but after the 25 years of civil war and because of poaching there was very little wildlife left. To restore the wildlife and...

MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN THE SADC COUNTRIES TB pg 154-195. JULY 2024 ANGOLA  Angola once had a lot of wildlife, but after the 25 years of civil war and because of poaching there was very little wildlife left. To restore the wildlife and tourism, Angola and South Africa began operation Noah’s Ark in 2001. This involved transporting animals from Botswana and South Africa to Angola. Other species of game, like gira e, zebra, and wildebeest were also transferred from Namibia. ANGOLA Since the discovery of dinosaur bones in the coast area, Angola’s coastline has been attracting tourist. Kissama National Park Kissama - Kissama National Park is located about 70km south of Luanda. - It is pronounced “kee-SAAM-a” National - This is the most accessible park in Angola. - Tourist facilities include, lodges, restuarants and bars. Park Why a tourist attraction? - The park’s landscapes vary from coastal tree savannah to dense thickets and open grasslands. - These landscapes are home to many game animals example elephant, water bu alo, gira e, zebra and gnus. - There are also many bird and marine species. Activities : Safaris Wildlife photography Fishing Bird watching CLOSED DURING RAINY SEASON(NOV-APR) BOTSWANA  Botswana is a dry, landlocked country, but the Okavango and Chobe Rivers in the northern part of Botswana ensure that there are many wild animals and birds all year round. BOTSWANA Okavango Delta  The Okavango Delta is a network of lagoons, lakes, waterways, and Okavango islands that form the largest inland delta and bird sanctuary in the world. Delta There are many hotels, lodges, tented camps and self-catering accomodation facilities in the area. Why a tourist attraction? - Famous for safaris and wildlife viewing. - Some species that live in the area are the Big Five, the lechwe, the Pel’s fishing owl and Wild dogs. - In the summer migratory bird species come to the area. Activities: Bush walks Night drives Elephant-back safaris Helicopter flights Fishing The Tsodilo Hills The - The Tsodilo Hills area has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Tsodilo - It is a remote area about 50km south-west of Shakawe, accesible by 4x4 vehicle. Hills - There are no shops or accomodation facilities in the area, so tourist have to take their own supplies and camping equipment. Why a tourist attraction? - There are four hills that make up Tsodilo hills. - Caves in these hills have rock art and other archaeological evidence of human activity in the area. Activities Hambukushu and San people act as guides. Good for cultural tourism. Camping Hiking Fishing THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO  Tourism in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has su ered because of the country’s history of political unrest. But the country has many natural resources. It also has 5 UNESCO World heritage sites, but they are in Danger because there are conditions threatening the existence of the site that need corrective action DRC Virunga National Park Virunga National Park - Virunga National Park, or Parc Nacional des Virunga, is located along the Rwandan border. Activities Gorilla tracking - It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Forest walks Volcano hikes - The park o ers accommodation facilities like lodges, Visit the local village. tented camps and small cabanas Why a tourist attraction? Mount Nyirangonga is an active volcano, while Rwenzori Mountains o er snow and glaciers. Animals in the park include okapi and Togo forest chimpanzees. LESOTHO  Nicknames for Lesotho are the Mountain Kingdom and the Kingdom in the Sky, because it is the only country in the world that has its entire area lying more than 1500m above sea level. Lesotho is completely surrounded by South Africa. Popular destination for backpackers and gap year travellers because it o ers natural beauty, rich flora and fauna and an interesting prehistoric and cultural heritage. LESOTHO Katse Dam and the Lesotho highlands Water Project Katse Dam and the Lesotho highlangs Water project. Lesotho and South Africa have been working together to build the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. It is already the largest water transfer scheme in Africa and its not yet Activities Camping finished. Trout fishing. Canoeing Hiking Why a tourist attraction? Viewing rock art The project involves a series of dams and tunnels that take water from Lesotho to South Africa. It generates hydro-electricity for Lesotho. Katse Botanical gardens attracts natural tourist. It displays of indigenous, medicinal and endangered plants, as well as the spiral aloe, Lesotho’s national flower. Sani Pass  The Sani Pass is a mountain road that links Lesotho with KwaZulu Sani Pass Natal. This road is narrow with hairpin bends and sheer drops, so tourists should use 4x4 vehicles to drive there. The chalet’s pub is also a popular meeting place for tourist. Why a tourist attraction? Lesotho’s highest peak, Thabana-Ntlenyana, is 13 kilometers from the pass. It takes about 9hours to hike there, tourist should have a guide and a good map, and the proper equipment. Activities Visit local villages Pony trails 4x4 trails Fishing MADAGASCAR  Madagascar is an island east of Mozambique, in the Indian ocean. Its nickname is the Red Island because of its reddish coloured soil. It is the world’s fourth largest island. Madagascar o ers a rich cultural heritage, tropical rain forest and unique fauna and flora of which 75% are found nowhere else in the world. There are also beautiful coral reefs. MADAGASCAR Royal Hills of Ambohimanga Royal hills of The Royal Hills of Abohimanga is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Anbohimanga It is one of the sacred hills that surround the capital Antananarivo and is about 20km from the city. Why a tourist attraction? The site contains the ruins of a city, the burial sites of Madagascan royalty and a historic museum. Many pilgrims go to the site to worship. Activities Explore ruins Guided walks Visit the museum or shop. MAURITIUS  Mauritius is a group of small islands in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. It is famous for its beaches, lagoons, coral reefs and scenic villages. Tourist visit Mauritius to enjoy the hotel resorts, entertainment facilities, diverse cultures, local cuisine and duty-free shops MAURITIUS Grand Baie  The name Grand Baie means “Grand Bay”. Grand Baie It is a tourist area about 20km north-east of the capital. Port Louis Accommodations ranging from budget self-catering Why a tourist attraction? apartments to expensive 5-star luxury resort hotels. The area also o ers a variety of restaurants, nightclubs and shops. Grand Baie is popular among tourist because of its beautiful beaches and clear water. Activities Swim, sail, windsurf, waterski, snorkel, scuba dive or just relax. Submarine cruises Small underwater scooter-type vehicle. Helicopter flights. MOZAMBIQUE  Some people call Mozambique the Land of all smiles. It is located on Africa’s south- eastern coast. Mozambique is a popular tourist destination for beach, diving, sailing or fishing holidays. MOZAMBIQUE Lake Niassa  Lake Niassa, or Lago Niassa, is the Mozambibican name for Lake Lake Niassa Malawi. It stretches along the Malawian border. It is the third largest lake in Africa. Tourist can cross Why a tourist attraction? the lake be boat from Malawi but have to go through one of the borders. Tented accommodation and private lodges. Its famous for the clear water, white sand beaches, biodiversity and freshwater fish species. Activities Swimming Sailing Snorkeling View wildlife Bazaruto Archipelago Bazaruto The Bazaruto Archipelago is a group of five islands oof the coast of Mozambique Archipelago The islands are Santa Carolina or Paradise islands, Bazaruto, Benguerua, Magaruque and Bangue. Why a tourist attraction? Is a protected national park and is undeveloped. Some cruise ships visit the Bazaruto Archipelago. It o ers unspoilt landscapes with large dunes, pink coral beaches and freshwater lakes. Home to coral reefs, sea birds and dugongs(African manatee) Activities Deep-sea fishing Scuba diving Dhow safaris Snorkeling Island of Mozambique Island of The Island of Mozambique or Ilha Mocambique, is a small coral island o the north-east coast of Mozambique, about 200km south of Pemba. Mozambique It is located at the mouth of Mossuril Bay in the Mozambique channel and connected to the mainland by a bridge that is 3km long. UNESCO World Heritage site since 1991 because of the Why a tourist attraction? architectural heritage. It includes stone buildings, museums and hotels. Stone fort with a baroque gateway carved from stone and white coral. Activities Explore the island and unique buildings Enjoy the beaches and vibrant markets.  Activities Activity 1 : Angola, Botswana and the DRC pg 162 Activity 2: Lesotho, Madagascar and Mauritius pg 170 PRESENTING A WEBSITE OR AN APP? If you are presenting a website, an internet product or an app, you can place a screenshot of it here.