Bijagós Archipelago

Atlantic coast, Guinea-Bissau

A stunning group of 88 islands known for pristine beaches and traditional island life.

The Bijagós Archipelago is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve made up of dozens of islands and islets off the coast of Guinea-Bissau. Its mangroves, white sand beaches, and sacred villages offer a rare glimpse into untouched African coastal life. The Orango Islands are home to the saltwater hippos, a unique species found nowhere else on Earth.