Africa travel blog
Travel tips, background stories and tales from Africa – by our guides and travel experts.
Is Kenya safe for tourists? Safety on Kenya trips
One of the best safari destinations for impressive nature experiences – that is Kenya. We tell you how safe a Kenya trip is and what you should look out for.
Where can you hike on La Réunion – exploring the north side
The volcanic island in the Indian Ocean: here you will find a tour suggestion for the hike to the summit of Piton des Neiges.
Is Botswana safe for tourists?
Botswana is one of the most popular safari destinations in Africa! We tell you how safe Botswana is for tourists and what you should look out for.
The most beautiful hikes in Namibia – Part 2 – The southern part
Namibia's most beautiful hikes between Windhoek and the Orange River: Kalahari, Olive Trail & Naukluft Mountains, Sossusvlei and the Fish River Canyon.
Where is La Réunion: an island portrait
La Réunion is a volcanic island in the Indian Ocean east of southern Africa. Lush nature and offerings for active holidaymakers await you.
Where can you go hiking on the Garden Route? – My 5 favourite trails
South Africa offers travellers wildlife, nature and culture. Trekking fans also have excellent hiking opportunities here, for example in Garden Route National Park.
Is a Kilimanjaro climb worth it?
The strenuous way up, going without the comforts of everyday life – is a Kilimanjaro climb really worth it?
Is Kenya's Samburu National Reserve worth seeing?
Touted as a special insider tip on Kenya safaris: in this blog we show you whether Samburu National Reserve is really worth seeing.
Where can you hike in Namibia? Part 1 – The northern part: from Windhoek to the Kunene River –
Between Windhoek and the Kunene River – we show you the best places in the north of the country where you can hike in Namibia. For all fitness levels!
Where can you go hiking in the Drakensberg? Recommendations for the most beautiful hikes!
The most beautiful hiking routes and best accommodation – we tell you where you can go hiking in the Drakensberg! On your own or with a guide.
Where can you hike in Tanzania – hiking routes in the Usambara Mountains
Besides Kilimanjaro there are other great places where you can hike in Tanzania. Today the remote Usambara Mountains in the north-east of the country.
Where can you hike in Kenya? Part 1 – Hiking routes on Mount Kenya
Where can you hike in Kenya? Along lakes, volcanoes, in the mountains or by the sea. On the blog today: Mount Kenya and the various routes to Point Lenana.
What is the difference between gazelles and antelopes? And where is the best place to watch gazelles?
What is the difference between gazelles & antelopes? Impala, springbok or Thomson's gazelle? Where can you watch gazelles?
Botswana's salt pans: are Makgadikgadi Pans & Nxai Pan National Park worth it?
Botswana's salt pans: endless expanses, species-rich wildlife & baobab trees. Are the Makgadikgadi & Nxai Pans National Parks worth it?
Where can you see desert elephants in Namibia?
The desert elephants of the Namib. A phenomenon in Namibia. Where do they come from, how do they live & survive? And where is the best place to watch desert elephants?
Desmond Tutu – a man for eternity
Desmond Tutu is dead, passed away on 26 Dec 2021 in Cape Town aged 90. He lived "Ubuntu" and coined the term "Rainbow Nation".
Swahili culture in Tanzania: ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani & Songo Mnara
Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani & Songo Mnara in southern Tanzania instead of Serengeti & Kilimanjaro: a cultural trip into the history of the Swahili people!
Lake Naivasha Kenya: is a visit to Lake Naivasha worth it?
Just 2 hours from Nairobi lies Lake Naivasha. Is a visit worth it? Definitely: boat trips, nature walks, hikes and much more.