Imagine a day trip that intertwines the harrowing truths of the past with the beauty of nature in the present. This Cape Coast Tour from Accra, Ghana, offers just that. We embark on a journey that confronts the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade through two of Ghana’s most significant historical sites – Cape Coast […]
Sao Tome and Principe 11 Amazing Must See and Do Things
Sao Tome & Principe is a nation of two islands speckling the Gulf of Guinea off West Africa. Here, you will find lush rain-forests teeming with exotic wildlife unfold alongside volcanic peaks, dramatic coastlines, and secluded beaches. Actually some of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Yet, Sao Tome & Principe remains largely unpolished […]
Gabon 2 Day Exciting Wildlife Safari Chez Beti
Craving a break from the city in search of nature, wild animals and some much needed fresh air and relaxation? Look no further than Chez Beti, also known as Site Touristique Nyonie. This wildlife Safari is located about 3 hours from Libreville, the capital of Gabon. On offer at this hidden gem is a relaxing […]
Republic of Congo: Amazing Gorilla 1 Day Trip
The Lésio Louna Gorilla Reserve in the Republic of Congo is a vital resource that cares for Western Lowland orphaned gorillas and releases them back into the wild. Visitors can experience gorillas from a boat, just a few meters away from huge silver back adults, youngsters and solitary gorillas . This is just a 3.5 […]
Epic Angola Itinerary: 3, 5 and 10 Days
Angola is not a country that many people travel to. However, it is a fantastic destination if you are looking for true off the beaten path places and a real cultural immersion in an off the grid spot. In this post we have created the perfect Angola Itinerary for 3 days, 5 days or 10 […]
7 Must Visit Places in Angola
Angola is a country that truly surprised and amazed us. We did not quite know what to expect. However, when we got here, we were pleasantly surprised with a country that reminded us of Burundi, South Sudan and Namibia, all in one! In this post we share the 7 must visit places in Angola. This […]
Scary Road Trip in South Africa
South Africa is a land of breathtaking landscapes, exquisite wines, and so much more! However, our four-week idyllic trip turned into a very scary road trip in South Africa. Cape Town’s charm amazed us and the serenity of the Wine Route was enchanting. We were wondering why so many people fear taking a road trip […]
Togo Travel: 5 Crazy Experiences
Our Togo travel experiences were truly unusual and bizarre. Read on to find out about this tiny nation and about the unique experiences in Togo that we had. Togo is a tiny country on the west coast of Africa. It is home to some peculiar and a few interesting cultural attractions. One of the most […]
Gambia Travel: 5 Unique Experiences in the Gambia
The Gambia is one of those delightful gems that we uncovered during our lengthy travels through West Africa. Have you ever seen a map of this country (hint, it is just below)?! It is something! In addition, this is the smallest country in mainland Africa. Gambia travel is chock full of interesting and diverse flora […]
Burkina Faso Travel: 3 Awesome Days
Burkina Faso travel is an adventure into an off the beaten path destination. It is a country of many contrasts, incredibly welcoming people, stunning architecture and deep culture. Burkina Faso travel for us was a real adventure. It was also a chance for us to step outside of our comfort zone, challenge our preconceptions, and […]