On a Kenya backpacking trip, your safari dreams can come true. You can spot the ‘big five’ game animals in the famous Maasai Mara national reserve and appreciate once-in-a-lifetime moments, such as watching a lion pride in the wild at breakfast-time. You can meet the Maasai people in their village and learn about their customs […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Zanzibar for a Perfect Trip (2023)
With its perfect sandy beaches, palm trees and relaxed seafront resorts, Zanzibar is like a dream. Popular with backpackers, this island off the coast of Tanzania also attracts more upscale holidaymakers looking for winter sun. This is the ultimate backpacking Zanzibar itinerary and travel guide, including where to stay, the best places to visit and […]
These Are the Best Day Trips from Nairobi
Many of the best places to visit in Kenya‘s capital city of Nairobi are in the suburb of Karen. Named after Karen Blixen, author of memoir-turned-movie Out of Africa, the attractions include her former home and some charming animal centres. If you’re on a Kenya backpacking trip, for the best day trips out of Nairobi, I recommend hiring a local taxi driver […]
This is Best Guide to Backpacking Tanzania
There are many ways to see the wonders of Africa. One of the most memorable experiences if you’re backpacking Tanzania, is to go on a sensational Serengeti hot air balloon trip at sunrise. This is the ultimate way to see the landscape and animals of Tanzania, as you float serenely through the sky. Entering the […]