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Best things to do in Nouakchott

Thursday, 12 May 2022 by Featured post
Best things to do in Nouakchott
Far off the bucket list of many travelers, Nouakchott is a hidden gem in Mauritania where travelers can see how life in the Sahara was decades ago. Not many people would consider adding Mauritania to their travel plans. However, those who do, are welcome to a country full of mystery, cultural diversity, and a fascinating
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Which are the best national parks in Uganda

Monday, 09 May 2022 by Juan Martinez
Which are the best national parks in Uganda
From dense forests hiding mountain gorillas to savannas where lions climb trees, Uganda’s National Parks reveal why this country is known as the “Pearl of Africa.” While Kenya and Tanzania worked for decades to build a reputation as the top safari destinations globally, Uganda became often overlooked. Travelers come to Uganda searching for the mountain
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How to plan a trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda

Wednesday, 04 May 2022 by Juan Martinez
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Grasslands, savannah, forests, wetlands, and lakes – you name it, and Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda has it. It was my first night before visiting Queen Elizabeth National Park, and to save some costs, a friend and I decided to stay in a tented camp outside the premises of the park. With only shepherds
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Best things to do in Windhoek

Monday, 02 May 2022 by Featured post
These are the best things to do in Windhoek
From great culinary and cultural experiences to animal encounters, these are the best things you can do in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. Often ignored by travelers road tripping around Namibia, Windhoek is not only Namibia’s gateway to the world but also a great city to understand what makes this country so different from the
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Tracking chimpanzees in Uganda‘s Kibale National Park

Friday, 29 April 2022 by Juan Martinez
Tracking chimpanzees in Uganda‘s Kibale National Park
Whether you go tracking or for a habituation tour, tracing chimpanzees at the Kibale National Park in Uganda is an adventure to never forget. As time passed by, each step became harder and harder. We trekked for almost two hours, my hiking boots were completely covered in mud, and I couldn’t stop sweating because of
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All you need to know before visiting the Devil’s Pool in Victoria Falls

Tuesday, 26 April 2022 by Juan Martinez
All you need to know before visiting the Devil’s Pool in Victoria Falls
Located at the edge of Africa’s greatest natural spectacle, taking a dip into the Devil’s Pool at Victoria Falls should be at the top of your bucket list. With 110 million gallons per minute crashing into a 105-meter-deep canyon, there are not many places around the world as astonishing and imposing as Victoria Falls. It
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What are the best activities to do at Victoria Falls

Thursday, 21 April 2022 by Juan Martinez
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Rafting, bungee jumping, a helicopter flight, or a river cruise. There are so many different activities at Victoria Falls that it is challenging to know which one to choose. Known as the adventure capital of Africa, Victoria Falls is more than a waterfall dividing two countries. It is a symbol of Africa, a place where
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Which are the best national parks in Zambia

Thursday, 14 April 2022 by Juan Martinez
Which are the best national parks in Zambia
Considered a hidden gem for safari lovers, Zambia might not be first on your bucket list, but it definitely should be. Whether you listen to hundreds of hippos honking at the shores of the Luangwa River or look up from the base of the magnificent Victoria Falls, it is impossible to not be thrilled by
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How to plan a trip to South Luangwa National Park in Zambia

Tuesday, 29 March 2022 by Juan Martinez
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Unspoiled and wild, South Luangwa National Park is the top destination for safaris in Zambia. Here is everything you need to know about planning your trip to this hidden gem. The sun was setting down at the South Luangwa National Park, and we were finishing a sunset break at the shores of the Luangwa River.
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Packing list for a self-driving camping trip in Namibia

Sunday, 06 March 2022 by Juan Martinez
Packing list for a self-driving camping trip in Namibia
Camping equipment, food, and enough water. Do you have a checklist of everything your need for a self-driving camping trip in Namibia?  Camping trips are always a fun experience for adventure lovers and Namibia is the right country to plan one. No matter if you go to the most remote areas of Skeleton Coast National
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How to plan a road trip in Namibia

Thursday, 10 February 2022 by Juan Martinez
How to plan a road trip in Namibia
Unlike most countries in Africa, Namibia is best seen on a self-driving road trip. How to start planning, prepare a route and get everything you need is what this article is about. After a quick Google search, I was intrigued to see how many articles with itineraries are on the internet about a road trip
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Tsavo, Amboseli or Masai Mara – Which safari park in Kenya should you visit?

Tuesday, 08 February 2022 by Juan Martinez
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In order to properly plan a safari in Kenya, you need to better understand which one of the three big parks suits you the most: Tsavo, Amboseli or Masai Mara? Either you plan a safari in Kenya independently, or have a tour operator taking care of everything in the back, organizing your first safari is
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How to plan a trip to Masai Mara in Kenya

Thursday, 13 January 2022 by Juan Martinez
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From itineraries, transportation, accommodation, prices, and best time to go. This is the ultimate guide on how to plan a trip  to Masai Mara in Kenya. Think about a perfect safari experience and you will probably end up imagining a trip to Masai Mara in Kenya. This world-renowned national reserve is not only Kenya’s biggest
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Self-driving safari in Serengeti National Park – Is it really worth it?

Thursday, 06 January 2022 by Juan Martinez
Self-driving safari in Serengeti National Park
A Self-driving safari in Serengeti is possible. However, it requires preparation, knowledge and a higher budget. The final question is: Is it really worth it? There is a certain charm in planning a self-driving safari in Serengeti. It is a very personal experience that test  your skills of driving a 4×4 under some difficult conditions.
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How to plan a trip to Serengeti National Park

Wednesday, 29 December 2021 by Juan Martinez
How to plan a safari at Serengeti
If you are planning on going to a safari, Serengeti National Park in Tanzania should be on top of that list.  Here is how you plan a perfect trip to Serengeti. Planning a trip to Serengeti National Park can be as organized or as flexible as you want it to be. From group tours for
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A guide to visit Mauritania as a woman alone

Tuesday, 16 November 2021 by Juan Martinez
A guide to visit Mauritania as a woman alone
Laura Trujillo has been in over 50 countries. One of the places she traveled alone is Mauritania. What are the do’s and don’ts in this part of the Sahara? Read more and find out! Traveling to Mauritania can be quite intimidating. It is one of the most isolated countries in the world and from a
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A journey to the Mauritanian Sahara – Africa’s forgotten frontier

Thursday, 04 November 2021 by Juan Martinez
A journey to the Mauritanian Sahara - Africa’s forgotten frontier
Untraveled and in some way bygone, the Mauritanian Sahara is one of the most satisfying places an adventurer can explore. Traveling to the Sahara can be as secure or as risky as you want it to be. From the organized and overly expensive trips you can book in Egypt and Morocco, to self-driving across one
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Traveling to Chinguetti and Ouadane – Mauritania‘s gateway to the Sahara

Friday, 22 October 2021 by Juan Martinez
Old town in Ouadane in Mauritania
Located in the outskirts of the Sahara, Chinguetti and Ouadane are two hidden gems Mauritania is hidding from the rest of the world. Unspoiled, mysterious and rich in culture, the cities of Chinguetti and Ouadane in Mauritania are an ode to the past. More than 1000 years ago, they were two of the most important
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In search for Ethiopia’s atypical rock-hewn churches

Tuesday, 16 February 2021 by Juan Martinez
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From the rock-hewn churches in Lalibela to the chapels in the Tigray region, visiting a church in Ethiopia is a travel experience you should not skip. Ethiopians relationship with God is visible everywhere you go while visiting Ethiopia. No matter if you are going for business in Addis or to an adventure expedition in Danakil,
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Marveling Abuna Yemata Guh, Ethiopia’s church in the sky

Thursday, 04 February 2021 by Juan Martinez
Abuna Yemata Guh, Ethiopia’s church in the sky
Abuna Yemata Guh is not like any other church in the world. This rock-hewn sanctuary stands 250 meters above ground and in order to reach it, you are required to climb up and face death. “There is no other place in the world where you can get closer to God”, these are the words most
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Somaliland unveiled – Inside Africa’s most complex country

Friday, 29 January 2021 by Juan Martinez
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Completely unknown by some and unrecognized by the rest, Somaliland is the country that is not a country. It’s in a limbo of existence where visitors are welcomed with camel milk, qat and a smile. “If you travel there independently, there is a big chance you will never come back”. Those were the words I
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How to cross the border between Djibouti and Somaliland by land

Tuesday, 12 January 2021 by Juan Martinez
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I crossed one of the most remote land borders in the world, the Djibouti – Somaliland border. It was easy and fast, but way less comfortable than I though. “It’s Somaliland, not Somalia!” This was the most common misconception I had to explain while I was talking about my journey around the Horn of Africa
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A travel guide for Djibouti City – East Africa’s melting pot

Wednesday, 30 December 2020 by Juan Martinez
A travel guide to Djibouti City - European Quarter architecture
Undervalued, charming and enchanting, Djibouti City is a journey through Arab, East African and European influences. My drive from Djibouti’s international airport to the capital’s city center was calm and straightforward. No masses of people walking on the road, hundreds of cars beeping for no reason, or standstill traffic jams. Way differently – it was
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Lac Abbé & Lac Assal – Djibouti’s alien landscapes

Friday, 18 December 2020 by Juan Martinez
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Desertic and inhospitable, but simultaneously bizarre and flabbergasting, Lac Abbé and Lac Assal in Djibouti are some of the world’s strangest landscapes. I will never forget the first time I glimpsed Lac Abbé’s surreal landscape at the horizon. The scenery looked so dystopian and desolated, that for a moment I thought I landed on planet
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A guide for exploring the Pyramids in Cairo

Tuesday, 04 August 2020 by Juan Martinez
Guide for the pyramids in Giza
Either on an independent visit or with a private guide, that first sight of the Pyramids in Cairo will take your breath away No matter if this is one of these places you simply want to cross off your bucket list or a destination you always dreamt about to explore, the Pyramids in Egypt are
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Visiting the Black and White Desert in Egypt

Tuesday, 14 July 2020 by Juan Martinez
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The Black and White Desert in Egypt are two of the most beautiful hidden gems in the country. The best of it: They are located just several hours away from Cairo While most visitors traveling to Egypt have a long list of places to visit: The Great Pyramids of Giza, the Red Sea, the city
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