Countries in Africa in Alphabetical Order

Africa is a unique continent with so many amazing activities to partake in, from exploring the pyramids in Egypt to hiking Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Don’t forget to see the Big Five:  lion, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo and rhino on an African Safari. The best waterfall to see in Africa is Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Without further ado, below are tips for visiting Africa and countries in Africa in Alphabetical order.

Tips for Visiting Africa:

•  Research visa requirements for each country you plan to visit.
•   Respect local customs and dress codes.
• Always drink bottled or filtered water to avoid stomach issues.
•  Carry cash; credit cards aren’t accepted everywhere.
• Use reputable transport and tour operators, especially for safaris and adventure activities. Always read the reviews.
• Keep your valuables secure.
•  Learn some basic phrases in local languages.
• Be aware of wildlife safety guidelines if visiting parks or reserves.
• Travel with copies of important documents and keep digital backups.
• Try the local cuisine
• Purchase travel insurance covering health, accidents, and theft.
• Respect the environment and local communities—leave no trace behind.

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54 Countries in Africa in Alphabetical Order

#1: Algeria:

The best things to do in Algeria are to explore the ancient ruins of Timgad and visit the Casbah. In the South, you will find the Sahara Desert, while the North is along the coast, where most Algerians live.

#2: Angola:

Be sure to relax on Mussulo Island and see Kissama National Park in Angola.

#3: Benin:

Visit the Royal Palaces of Abomey and explore the Ganvié stilt village in Benin.

#4: Botswana:

Go to the safari in the Okavango Delta and visit Chobe National Park while you are in Botswana.

#5: Burkina Faso:

Explore Sindou Peaks and visit the Ouagadougou markets in Burkina Faso.

#6: Burundi:

See Lake Tanganyika and visit Rusizi National Park in Burundi.

#7: Cape Verde:

Relax on Santa Maria Beach and hike Pico do Fogo in Cape Verde.

#8: Cameroon:

Visit Waza National Park and climb Mount Cameroon, West Africa’s highest peak, while your in Cameroon.

#9: Central African Republic:

See Dzanga-Sangha Reserve and visit the Bangui markets in Central Africa Republic.

#10: Chad:

Explore Zakouma National Park and see Lake Chad in Chad.

#11: Comoros:

Dive in Mohéli Marine Park and explore Moroni in Comoros.

#12: Republic of the Congo:

Visit Odzala-Kokoua National Park and go to Brazzaville sights in the Republic of the Congo.

#13: Democratic Republic of the Congo:

See Virunga National Park and experience the Kinshasa nightlife at the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

#14: Côte d’Ivoire:

Explore the rainforest and vibrant cities of Côte d’Ivoire.

#15: Djibouti:

Swim in Lake Assal and snorkel at Moucha Island in Djibouti.

#16: Egypt:

Visit the Pyramids of Giza and cruise the Nile in Egypt.

#17: Equatorial Guinea:

Relax on Bioko Island and explore Malabo in Equatorial Guinea.

#18: Eritrea:

See the city of Asmara and visit the Dahlak Archipelago in Eritrea.

#19: Eswatini (Swaziland):

Book a safari in Hlane Royal Park and visit Mbabane in Eswatini.

#20: Ethiopia:

Explore the Lalibela churches and hike the Simien Mountains in Ethiopia.

#21: Gabon:

Visit Loango National Park and see Libreville in Gabon.

#22: Gambia:

Relax at Kololi Beach and go to the Kachikally Crocodile Pool in Gambia.

#23: Ghana:

Tour Cape Coast Castle and go on the Kakum National Park canopy walk in Ghana.

#24: Guinea:

Visit Mount Nimba and explore the Conakry markets in Guinea.

#25: Guinea-Bissau:

Discover the Bissagos Islands and visit Bissau in Guinea-Bissau.

#26: Ivory Coast:

See Basilica of Our Lady of Peace and explore Taï National Park at the Ivory Coast.

#27: Kenya:

Book the safari in Maasai Mara and relax at Diani Beach in Kenya.

#28: Lesotho:

Hike in Maloti Mountains and visit Thaba Bosiu in Lesotho.

#29: Liberia:

Relax on Robertsport beaches and visit Sapo National Park in Liberia.

#30: Libya:

Explore Leptis Magna ruins and visit Tripoli’s Medina in Libya.

#31: Madagascar:

See lemurs in Andasibe and relax at Nosy Be in Madagascar. Don’t forget to spot Boabob trees!

#32: Malawi:

Swim in Lake Malawi and visit Liwonde National Park in Malawi.

#33: Mali:

Visit Timbuktu and see the Great Mosque of Djenné in Mali.

#34: Mauritania:

Explore Chinguetti and see Banc d’Arguin National Park in Mauritania.

#35: Mauritius:

Relax at Grand Baie and hike Black River Gorges in Mauritius.

#36: Morocco:

Wander Marrakech souks and visit Chefchaouen, the iconic blue city, while you are in Morocco.

#37: Mozambique:

Snorkel in Bazaruto and explore Maputo in Mozambique.

#38: Namibia:

Visit the Sossusvlei dunes and book the Etosha National Park safari in Namibia.

#39: Niger:

Explore Agadez and visit W National Park in Niger.

#40: Nigeria:

Visit Lagos beaches and go to Olumo Rock in Nigeria.

#41: Rwanda:

Go Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and see Kigali in Rwanda.

#42: São Tomé and Príncipe:

Relax on Praia Jal in São Tomé Principe.

#43: Senegal:

Visit Goree Island and see Lake Retba in Senegal.

#44: Seychelles:

Go to the most beautiful beach called the Anse Source d’Argent and snorkel at Sainte Anne Marine Park.

#45: Sierra Leone:

Swim at River No. 2 Beach and visit Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Sierra Leone.

#46: Somalia:

Relax at the beautiful turquoise Mogadishu beaches in Somalia. Don’t forget to see the Laas Geel cave paintings.

#47: South Africa:

Safari in Kruger Park and visit Cape Town in South Africa. Be sure to hike or hop on a cable car at Table Mountain!

#48: South Sudan:

Explore Boma National Park and visit Juba, the capital city of South Sudan.

#49: Sudan:

See the Meroë Pyramids and visit Khartoum’s confluence in Sudan.

#50: Tanzania:

There is nothing like going on a safari in Serengeti or climbing the infamous Mount Kilimanjaro.

#51: Togo:

Visit Lomé markets and see Togoville for a wonderful experience in Togo.

#52: Tunisia:

Explore Carthage ruins and visit Sidi Bou Said if you go to Tunisia.

#53: Uganda:  

The most beautiful waterfall in Uganda is Murchison Falls. A unique activity is to go gorilla trekking in Bwindi.

#54: Zambia:

Visit Victoria Falls or go on a safari in South Luangwa to make the most out of your time in Zambia.

#55: Zimbabwe:  

You can also see Victoria Falls from Zimbabwe. Another bucket list item to accomplish in Zimbabwe is to explore the Great Zimbabwe ruins.

Africa is a unique continent to visit. We shared the 54 countries in alphabetical order.