Soaring to 5,895 meters, Mount Kilimanjaro is not only Africa’s tallest peak but also the world’s highest free-standing mountain. Located in northeastern Tanzania, this iconic summit draws thousands of travellers from across the globe each year – eager to conquer its heights and witness the stunning vistas from above the clouds. Being one of the […]
Category Archives: Africa
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Wondering how to take buses in Senegal? Here’s my full explainer! The vivacious country of Senegal is just starting to come on the scene as an African destination that’s well worth your time. Senegal is in the heart of West Africa and is slowly gaining recognition for its national parks, epic coastline and lush deltas. […]
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If you’re wondering how to get sept-places in Senegal, this blog post is for you! Senegal is not the easiest place to travel around, but there are options! Buses connect major cities, but they are few and far between and do need to be booked in advance. For everything else, there are minibuses and sept-places. […]
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Is Egypt safe? I’ve visited the North African country four times, and while I don’t think it’s unsafe, there are a few things to be mindful of when planning a trip here. In all honesty, there are a few important things to consider while planning a trip to Egypt, but I would visit again (bearing […]
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Here are the best Egypt travel tips to help you plan your trip! I’ve never felt quite as mixed as a country as I have about Egypt. On one hand, the history is every bit as fascinating as my endless studies at school promised, my mouth is literally watering when I’m thinking of the food, […]
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Is The Gambia safe? If you’re visiting The Gambia, you might be wondering about travel safety in this West African country. I felt safe while I was in The Gambia – here are all my other travel tips! Is The Gambia safe? Yes! The Gambia is a safe and friendly country. There are a few […]
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I did a few safaris in Senegal on my recent trip to the country. Here’s what I made out of them and what to expect if you go on one! “We have one rhino, I named him Kevin”, Mamadou, our safari guide, informed us. “Hopefully we’ll see him today!” We were on a bush drive […]
One of West Africa’s largest and most fascinating countries, Senegal has a rapidly developing tourist scene. As it becomes more popular, you might be wondering “is Senegal worth visiting”? I found myself wondering this when I booked a West African trip in Autumn 2023. I spent two weeks in Senegal, and can confirm that YES, […]
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Are you wondering is Senegal safe? Read on, as we go through safety in this African nation. The West African country of Senegal has just started to make moves on the tourist scene. A once little-visited nation, it’s becoming increasingly well-known for its golden beaches, lush mangroves and action-packed wildlife reserves with several African beasts […]
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A rocky landmass measuring just 900 by 350 metres in area, Gorée Island sits just 3km from Senegal’s capital city. Nowadays a tranquil place, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has a tragic history; it was once the holding place for slaves from the 15th – 19th century. The history of Gorée Island is despicable, but […]