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Ultimate Africa Travel Guide

The continent of Africa is one like no other thanks to its richness in wildlife, untamed lands, and enduring cultures that spans ages.  It’s one of those continents that is so diverse in experience that is hard to describe in one sentence but one thing’s for sure, it’s a place that you’ll want to come back again and again.

This Africa Travel Guide is our look at a continent that is not always the easiest to travel because the way travel is done and planned looks very different than other parts of the world.  As a result, our in-depth guides and itineraries are at the core of helping you plan trips to Africa.

Through our advice and personal insight, you’ll have more confidence to travel this content and discover all the jewels that await to be discovered.

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The Many Faces Of Omo Valley, Ethiopia – A Photo Essay

Ethiopia
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Ultimate Ethiopia Omo Valley Tribes Travel Guide

Ethiopia
Not a trip for those looking for something luxury, but for those wanting to explore a different side of...
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1 Week In Cape Town Itinerary – Wine, Sharks, Lions, Tables, And Townships

South Africa
With Table Mountain as the back drop, sun-kissed coastlines, diverse culture, culinary treats, and adventurous delights, everything we saw,...
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13 Of The Most Beautiful Places In Africa – Highlights And Things To Do

South Africa
As the globe’s second-largest continent, Africa holds more wonders than you can see in just a lifetime. Evocative and...
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9 Day Omo Valley Ethiopia Itinerary (Advice and Tips from A Real Traveler)

Ethiopia
Visit a land frozen in time in Ethiopia's Omo Valley. This 9 day Ethiopia itinerary is raw, visceral and...
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South Africa Travel Tips Guide – Read This Before You Go

South Africa
Is a trip to see lush mountains, animals in the wild, flapping penguins, powdery golden sand, and awesome stretches...
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How To Plan A Safari In South Africa – 9 Days In Kruger National Park And Sabi Sands

South Africa
When we were planning our honeymoon and deciding where we could go, South Africa was on the top of...
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Kruger National Park Guide For First Timers – Everything You Need To Know

South Africa
If it’s your first time at Kruger National Park, you will undoubtedly be a little overwhelmed with all the...
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Elephant Plains Game Lodge Safari Review

South Africa
When planning for our honeymoon, we were bombarded with information. We knew we wanted to do a private game...
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5 Of The Best Diving Spots In The World To Travel To

Seychelles
There’s something absolutely liberating about dropping to the depths of the deep blue, blowing bubbles of air, and watching...
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What It’s Really Like To Safari In South Africa

South Africa
If you’ve never been on safari – and I don’t mean one of those man-made zoo experiences that some...
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A Stoked Surfing Experience In Muizenberg

South Africa
Yes there are a lot of places you can surf in the world but there sure is something exotic...
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Once In A Lifetime Chance Shark Cage Diving In Gaansbai With Marine Dynamics

South Africa
There are not a lot of places in the world where you can be mano-a-mano with one of the...
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What To Pack For A Trip to South Africa and Seychelles

South Africa
The plains of Kruger National Park, wildlife roaming about, Table Mountain, and beach villas await. There’s so much to...
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Planning A Honeymoon To South Africa And Seychelles

South Africa
The truth is, I planned the honeymoon way before we really hit the ground running with wedding planning but...
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Donga Stick Fighting Tournament In Omo Valley, Ethiopia – Brutal And Unexpected

Ethiopia
Blood drips.  Sun blazes down the yellow scorched field.  There’s a musk that emanates and permeates throughout. The sounds...
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Ethiopia And Omo Valley Through The Eyes Of A Wanderer

Ethiopia
Ethiopia without a doubt was one of the most unique, raw, and visceral experiences I’ve ever had travelling.  It’s...
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Ethiopia Packing List Guide For Omo Valley And Simien Mountains

Ethiopia
Packing for a trip to Ethiopia was daunting at first but as I started to piece it all together...
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Ethiopia Trip Announcement – Omo Valley And Simien Mountains

Ethiopia
For a few months now, I’ve been quietly working with a serious trip mastermind for a trip at the...
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