From visiting the ancient rock churches of Lalibela to encountering the unique indigenous cultures of the Omo Valley, from scaling active volcanoes in the Danakil Depression to getting lost in the tiny cobbled streets of Harar, Ethiopia really is the hidden gem of Africa. A dazzling land of diversity, put quite simply, there is never […]
Category Archives: Africa
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Jan
Jan
It’s a cliché, but it’s true – an overland Africa tour really is one of those once in a lifetime opportunities. After all there’s nothing like spending a few weeks or months, staring out of the window at the wild African landscape between enjoying world-class safaris, extreme adventure opportunities and camping under epic starry […]
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The adventure capital of Southern Africa, Victoria Falls is a destination with a lot of adrenaline running through it! Stopping here on 2 of my Africa trips, there’s such a huge range of activities on offer in this borderland between Zimbabwe and Zambia, that I almost felt paralysed with the choice… and fear! So, if […]
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Jan
Jan
WELCOME TO PARADISE! That’s what a huge sign as you enter the town of Paje on the island of Zanzibar should say! Yep, I’ve been to some stunning beaches in my time people, but this one takes the biscuit! Well, it at least takes a top 4 biscuit! I mean there’s some stiff competition […]
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Jan
Jan
If you only have a small budget, a small amount of time and want to experience an epic slice of Africa, then let me suggest Kenya as the perfect destination to choose. Hugely diverse, from mountain lakes and world-class national parks to stunning coastline, Kenya is the perfect country if you want to feel like […]
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Jan
Jan
As the capital of Kenya, if you’re travelling at all in this fantastic country, it’s likely you’ll pass through Nairobi at least once during your time here. Sadly the city doesn’t have a great reputation, often known as Nairobbery (!), but I really enjoyed my time here and found more than enough to do […]
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Jan
Jan
Over in the east of Ethiopia, as you head towards the Djibouti border, the ancient city of Harar is a rare gem in an otherwise pretty, desolate landscape. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this walled civilisation has long been an important trading centre, situated strategically between the Red Sea and the great empires of […]
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Jan
Jan
When we talk about African safaris, we often forget that we’re generalising about a huge range of activities which stretch across a massive swath of this continent! From walking through the wild jungle to sitting in a luxury 4wd – and everything in between – there’s a ton of different safaris and a ton […]
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Jan
Jan
Not known for its tourist trail, Zimbabwe is however an amazing destination to explore in southern Africa. From ancient Medieval ruins to stunning national parks and even dam cruises, it’s a land that offers many surprises for those who venture into her midst. I visited Zimbabwe as part of my Africa overland trip with Absolute […]
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Dec
Crazy as it sounds, but after 2 months safari-ing in Africa, South Luangwa National Park in Zambia is still my favourite place! That’s beating Tanzania’s Serengeti and South Africa’s Kruger even! Here’s all you need to know about visiting my favourite wildlife spot in this country – South Luangwa National Park. Related Posts 10 […]