A great option for the beachgoers and the hikers; these islands of the Mediterranean provide sandy beaches and great hiking trails. Its ecosystems are extremely versatile and range from mountains, to plains, streams, rocky coasts and long stretches of sandy beaches.
There are over 100 beaches with a great amount of diversity amongst them.
Mauritius
This island is breathtaking, so it’s no wonder why people choose to vacation here. It is located about 2,000 kilometers off the southeast coast of Africa. It is a huge tourist destination, ranking 3rd in Africa.
It has a tropical climate with clear water, beaches, tropical fauna and flora. It has received numerous awards as one of the leading island destinations. If you are looking for stunning beaches, lagoons, reefs, rainforests, waterfalls hiking trails and wildlife, this is the destination you want to find yourself in.
Gili Islands, Indonesia
This is a top travel destination for backpackers and luxury travelers alike. Why? The three islands which are located off the coast of Lombok offer breathtaking scenery, water sports and perfect beaches. Each of the three islands offers several resorts.
Tranquility is at its prime here, as cars and motorized traffic are prohibited. Owing to the abundance of scuba diving and freediving, the islands offer some top notch scuba diving.
Madeira Island, Portugal
Located in the Atlantic Ocean Southwest of Portugal, this sub-tropical archipelago has volcanos, great food and beautiful beaches.
It is made up of 4 islands which are known for their wine and subtropical climate. The main island of Madeira is volcanic, green and rugged, with high cliffs and pebbly beaches.
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India
Located in the Bay of Bengal, this archipelago is known for its diving elephants and crystal blue waters. They consist of around 300 islands, some of which are inhabited by indigenous Andaman Islanders who are cut off to the outside world.
Visitors flock to the other islands for their white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and rich coral reefs.