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In Which I Accidentally Cancel My Flight Out of Cape Town
…that it was a week before my flight to Mozambique when I realised I’d done something stupid. I’d booked my Mozambique and South Africa flights so close together that I’d be returning to Portugal from my solo trip to Mozambique then flying out to South Africa with Dave just five days later. Yeah, that was pretty ridiculous. I decided to move things around and spend longer in Southern Africa. Why go through all of the hassle of two long-haul overnight…
The Ultimate Guide to Vaccines for Travel
…Asia, and South America. Most travellers will get this vaccine. Yellow Fever is present in tropical Africa and South America. You will probably be required to show a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate to enter certain countries if you are traveling from an infected area. If you’re going to be travelling in Africa or South America, this is likely an essential — you won’t be let in unless you can prove you’ve had your shot. I was worried about getting my yellow…
Why You Need to Take a Game Drive in Swaziland/eSwatini
…park, I had seen my first rhinos. Even though I’d read it was practically guaranteed I’d see some, I was astounded to see them so early on in the drive. Hlane Royal National Park, and in fact, all of Swaziland, is held up as a rhino conservation success story in Africa. Since 1992, just three rhinos have been poached in Swaziland, compared to an average of at least two per day in South Africa’s Kruger National Park. Swaziland’s rhino protection is unmatched…
8 Reasons Why I Fell in Love With Cape Town
…not ready to declare Cape Town my favourite city in the world yet, it still managed to rocket into my top ten on just my first visit. It’s got some of everything: great wine, delicious food, mountains to climb, beaches to lie on, PENGUINS, picnics If you haven’t been yet, you should totally go. Related Articles on South Africa 🇿🇦 23 Wonderful Things to Do in Cape Town 🥾 Hiking Lions Head: A South Africa Highlight Save this to Pinterest…
Stepping Back in Time in Mbabane
Swaziland felt different. Within minutes of touching down at the airport in Manzini, I felt welcomed. I felt at ease. I felt safe. That wasn’t what I had been expecting at all. I was obsessed with this makeshift baggage reclaim at the airport The Kingdom of eSwatini is squished up between Mozambique and South Africa, and is one of the smallest countries in Africa; similar in size to Slovenia. It makes exploring the country super-easy, as you can drive from one end of…
The Cost of Travel in Uganda: A Detailed Budget Breakdown
Otherwise known as the “Pearl of Africa”, Uganda has so much to offer. It might be a bit less touristy and sought-after compared to its popular neighbours Kenya and Tanzania, but that’s part of its charm. When it comes to scenery, culture, wildlife, adventure, and people, Uganda hits the right notes every time. I visited Uganda on vacation while living in Tanzania, and I didn’t really know what to expect. But I was quickly drawn in by how comfortable I…
What’s it Like to Travel in Mozambique?
Mozambique is my new favourite country. Before I arrived, I had no idea what to expect from this little-visited Southern African spot and if I’m being honest, I was filled with trepidation. I had zero experience travelling Sub-Saharan Africa and the prospect of taking my first steps into the region (and doing so alone) was intimidating. Especially because when I started researching travel in Mozambique online, I quickly realised just how few travel bloggers have been to Mozambique, how few trip reports there are,…
Desperately Seeking Elephants at Etosha National Park
…seeing any animals beyond the common antelopes and zebra. Etosha is the largest salt pan in Africa: a dry, arid part of a dry, arid country, and that’s why practically all of the animal action takes place at its waterholes. It makes sense: when it doesn’t rain for months on end, these waterholes are the sole sources of water for animals; when it’s wet, water gathers in puddles all over the park, so there’s no reason for animals to risk their lives and head out in the open. The rains…
22 Incredible Things to Do in Zanzibar, Tanzania
The Tanzanian paradise of Zanzibar has been the goal of explorers for hundreds of years. Off the coast of East Africa, Zanzibar, was the destination for spice traders and merchants, which created a melting pot of cultures as vibrant as the nearby coral reefs. On land, you’ll discover an archipelago with influences from multiple angles, from Portuguese colonial architecture to Omani imperialism. It plays out in the local markets, which serve up authentic treats from around the globe. But while…
Seals, Swakopmund, and the Skeleton Coast
…money from these wild surroundings, you can bet they’re already offering it to tourists. I can imagine peeing myself with excitement over this town had I been on a multi-month overland trip across Africa, where joys like these had been rare. But as it was, I’d left Europe less than a week ago, so I wasn’t quite as enamoured with the prospect of a decent curry as everyone else was. But Swakopmund was pretty. So, if it wasn’t the comforts and it wasn’t the adventure sports that brought me here,…
The Cost of Travel in Tanzania (2023): A Detailed Budget Breakdown
…budget — I have a budget breakdown for Zanzibar, for example, where I outline how you can average just $50 a day in spending — but the bad news is that I don’t recommend doing so. In Tanzania, your money can go a hell of a long way when it comes to food, transportation and, in some cases, accommodation. But if you’re going to be flying to the east of Africa from any other continent on the planet, you’re probably…
