Things To Do in Diani Beach

Things To Do in Diani Beach

While my favorite activity in Diani Beach was definitely chill by the Indian Ocean, I was struck at how many more things to do in Diani Beach there are. I’d actually planned

African Safari Packing Essentials

African Safari Packing Essentials

Packing for a safari sounds like tricky business, but it’s honestly easier than it sounds. There is absolutely no need to waste your money in safari gear that will ultimately wind up

Chimfunshi: The Most Amazing Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Zambia

Chimfunshi: The Most Amazing Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Zambia

I never knew there was so much left to look forward to in Africa until I heard about Chimfunshi, a chimpanzee sanctuary way up north in the Copperbelt region of Zambia. I

Five Things The World Could Learn From Rwanda

Five Things The World Could Learn From Rwanda

I didn’t know what to expect from Rwanda. At school, I learned about the tragic genocide that marked the country’s history. The image of a war-stricken Rwanda stuck with me forever, as

How To Get From Mbeya To Malawi By Bus

How To Get From Mbeya To Malawi By Bus

Step One: Get from Mbeya to Malawi Border The first thing you must do to get from Mbeya to Malawi by bus is to reach the Malawian border. This is easy enough,

Backpacking East Africa: What To Pack?

Backpacking East Africa: What To Pack?

The no-fluff guide to packing for a trip to Africa. A list I wrote after six months of traveling the continent by myself through Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Malawi, Zambia, DR Congo, and

Shopping in Essaouira: Where and What To Buy in Morocco’s Boho Town

Shopping in Essaouira: Where and What To Buy in Morocco’s Boho Town

A guide to the best spots to shop in Essaouira. From delicate Berber carpets to handmade woodcraft and the quirkiest raffia shoes.

That Time I Almost Died At Victoria Falls (Plus How To Visit Them On A Budget)

That Time I Almost Died At Victoria Falls (Plus How To Visit Them On A Budget)

You shouldn't take travel advice from someone who almost died at Victoria Falls, but if you're still interested, here's how to visit Victoria Falls on a budget.

Trekking Nyiragongo Volcano in the Congo: Everything You Need to Know

Trekking Nyiragongo Volcano in the Congo: Everything You Need to Know

Every since I first step foot in sub-Saharan Africa back in March 2017, I had been debating whether to trek Nyiragongo or not. On one hand, I was afraid I would fail

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: Trekking With Wild Rhinos in Uganda

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: Trekking With Wild Rhinos in Uganda

After an action-packed week in Diani Beach, I was wondering if visiting Uganda was even worth the long bus trip. I based myself in Kampala for two weeks before my feet began

Kampala Like A Local: 8 Things To Do In The Ugandan Capital

Kampala Like A Local: 8 Things To Do In The Ugandan Capital

  I’m not a huge fan of African capital cities. I usually find them busy and noisy and I would much rather be anywhere else. But Kampala was different and I really