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Festivals & Parties

Join the biggest, brightest and boldest communal celebrations on the planet, Jump into the hysteria of colourful costumes, ear-splitting music and feverish dance moves. Get into the groove at lively bars in buzzing cities and live it up with endless nightlife at party islands.

South Africa
Knysna Oyster Festival
Celebrate sport and food though Knysna’s oyster heritage. Participate in half-marathons or follow the thrill of the two-day cycling race, keep pace with events like scuba diving, swimming and canoeing. Or just satiate your tastebuds with fresh oysters and take part in cooking competitions.
Egypt
Abu Simbel Festival
Antiquarian addicts need to mark their calendars for this festival held in October and February, when the sun aligns with the entrance of the Abu Simbel temples, illuminating two of the three statues inside. Think Nubian dances, live music, street food in the backdrop of a superlative setting.
Kenya
Mombasa Cultural Festival
Kenya’s largest carnival has everything your festive heart desires…floats, costumes, music, dance and stalls overflowing with local delicacies. Don’t miss the fresh coconut milk and a brewed coconut sap called mnazi. So easy to get carried away in the flow.
Morocco 
Gnaoua Music Festival in Essaouira
See the port city of Essaouira convert into an extravaganza of sound and colour. We’re talking not one, but four full days of free concerts, featuring contemporary world music, blues, reggae, hip-hop and of course the traditional Gnawa music of the region. Swing with it.
Tunisia
International festival of the Sahara
If you want a feel of traditional desert culture, this four-day celebration is the event to bookmark. It features all kinds of races that you can think of in a desert festival…including a camel marathon, dog races, and horse races by daring young Bedouin riders. Rich and timeless appeal.