It’s never too early to start planning your next safari. Having worked out where to go on safari, the next question is what to take on safari. I’ve already covered the basics of what to wear on safari, and so I won’t repeat the same information again here. Instead, this… Continue reading
As one of Africa’s smallest nations, you might think there isn’t a lot of competition when it comes to the top 5 national parks in Burundi. However, Burundi sits on the Great Rift Valley, on the geographical limits of east Africa. Its habitats shift between the waters of Lake Tanganyika… Continue reading
Mozambique has risen phoenix-like from the ashes of civil war in the 1980s and 90s to become one of southern Africa’s most exciting destinations. It still has some way to go as a fully-fledged safari destination. But for beaches, diving, heritage, and culture Mozambique already shines bright. When it comes… Continue reading
Congratulations. If you’re reading this guide, you might be thinking about visiting one of Africa’s most underrated destinations. A fascinating blend of ancient kingdoms, religions, and landscapes, there are plenty of things to do in Nigeria as a tourist. It’s simply wrong to say that Nigeria is unsafe. But is… Continue reading
The best Africa cruises get you to the continent in style. At the same time, they ensure a sense of place by calling at a plethora of fascinating destinations. Destinations you might otherwise never get the chance to visit. Thanks to a coastline that takes in the cool waters of… Continue reading
Equatorial Guinea’s government doesn’t quite seem to know what it wants. Half the time it’s eager to use tourism as a means of developing a country that desperately needs development. The other half, it seems intent on making it as tricky as possible for anyone to visit. What does this… Continue reading
Layovers are a great way of taking advantage of the need for a connecting flight from a hub airport (increasingly common these days) to tag on a second destination. And generally speaking, ‘multi-city’ bookings aren’t much more than a standard return on sites such as CheapOAir. However nice Johannesburg airport… Continue reading
This complete guide to travel in Africa may contain affiliate links. At no cost to you, they allow me to provide these free and, even if I do say so myself, expert guides based on almost two years of travel in Africa. What you’ll find in this complete guide to… Continue reading
When I first visited Ghana in 2006 most of my friends thought I was crazy. What they didn’t know was the vast array of attractions that (I hoped) awaited me. Added to that was the country’s reputation as a great destination for a first visit to Africa. Unlike elsewhere on… Continue reading
Individual national weather round ups are great (and you’ll find plenty appearing on the pages of these guides). However, regional breakdowns are also useful in the early stages of planning or if you’re considering a tour through multiple countries. In these instances, you’re going to need a broader look at… Continue reading
