Indian Ocean islands Travel Guide: 4 Countries, Best Places and When to Go

The Indian Ocean islands are a world of their own: Madagascar’s lemurs and baobabs, the lagoons of Mauritius and the beaches of the Seychelles.

Where to go in Indian Ocean islands

Rainforest where the indri, the largest lemur, sings each morning.

Apr to Nov 2 nights

A dirt road lined with giant baobabs, glowing at sunset.

Apr to Nov 1 to 2 nights

Granite boulders, turquoise water and some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere.

Apr to May, Oct to Nov 4 to 7 nights

A dramatic mountain over a turquoise lagoon, with kitesurfing and forest hikes nearby.

May to Dec 5 to 7 nights

Volcanic, perfumed islands that see very few visitors.

Moroni May to Oct

A world of its own: lemurs, baobabs, rainforest and limestone forests.

Antananarivo Apr to Nov

Turquoise lagoons, mountain hikes and a delicious mix of cultures.

Port Louis May to Dec

Granite boulders, white sand and giant tortoises: one of the most beautiful island groups anywhere.

Victoria Apr to May, Oct to Nov