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Destinations in Africa

Explore the different countries and destinations that we have been lucky enough to visit in Africa. There are still plenty of places for us to visit, but hopefully you will find a destination, that you are interested in.

Dune Sossusvlei
Namibia
Pillows-in-Medina-of-Marrakech-scaled
Morocco

Highlights from Africa

We have had a lot of great experiences when visiting Africa, but there are definitely some that stood out to us. Below you will see our personal highlights of Africa, which we hope will inspire your journey to the diverse and unique continent.

Road in Sossusvlei
AfricaNamibia

Exploring the Incredible Sossusvlei in Namibia

Wildlife Etosha National Park
AfricaNamibia

Self-driving Safari in Etosha National Park

Square in Medina in Marrakech
AfricaMorocco

The Medina of Marrakech: Everything You Need To Know

Courtyard Bahia Palace
AfricaMorocco

The Stunning Bahia Palace in Marrakech

Must-do's in Africa

Whenever you visit a destination there will be something, that you absolutely must do. Below you will find a list of our personal must-do’s in Africa. The list is of course limited to our own experiences, but we hope that it can inspire your journey.

Elephant walking in Etosha
AfricaNamibia

7 Amazing Things To Do in Namibia

View from Big Daddy
AfricaNamibia

Big Daddy Dune: Climb the Highest Sand Dune in Sossusvlei

Camels in Morocco
AfricaMorocco

12 Incredible Things To Do in Marrakech

Overview El Badi Palace
AfricaMorocco

The Incredible El Badi Palace in Marrakech

Prepare for your trip to Africa

Spitzkoppe Rock Formation
AfricaNamibia

11 Things to Know Before Traveling to Namibia

Herd of antilopes in Etosha
AfricaNamibia

The Perfect 2-Week Namibia Itinerary

Overview Medina of Marrakech
AfricaMorocco

12 Things To Know Before Traveling to Morocco

All our travel posts from Africa

Bo-Kaap colorful houses in Cape Town in South Africa
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Travel Guide: 2 Amazing Weeks in Cape Town

January 23, 2023

If you are on a hunt for a city with a little bit of everything Cape Town is the place. T[...]

Ocean view from Boulders Beach boardwalk
South Africa
Africa South Africa

The Ultimate 1-Week Cape Town Travel Guide

January 23, 2023

Cape Town is a perfect place to spend a week – especially if you are looking for a visi[...]

Victorian beach huts at Muizenberg Beach
South Africa
Africa South Africa

The Perfect 4-Day Itinerary to Cape Town

January 19, 2023

Cape Town, also known as the Mother City of South Africa, is a fantastic place to spend a[...]

View of the mountains in Cape Town
South Africa
Africa South Africa

19 Incredible Things To Do in Cape Town

January 18, 2023

Cape Town is an amazing city to visit as there are so many incredible things to do. Wheth[...]

Colorful houses in the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town
South Africa
Africa South Africa

10 Free Things To Do in Cape Town

January 18, 2023

There is no shortage of incredible things to do in Cape Town. But if you are traveling on[...]

Tidal Pool Cape Point
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Guide: Tidal Pools in Cape Town

January 16, 2023

One of the many great things to do in Cape Town is to visit the tidal pools. There are so[...]

Pegeam’s Point
South Africa
Africa South Africa

The Perfect Cape Peninsula Road Trip

January 16, 2023

The Cape Peninsula of South Africa is one of those places you simply must visit. The perf[...]

Table mountain in clouds
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Hiking Trails in Cape Town

January 15, 2023

Cape Town is home to so many incredible hiking trails. Ranging from beginner to advanced[...]

View from Kloof Corner
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Guide: Kloof Corner Hiking Trail

January 15, 2023

One of the more famous hiking trails in Cape Town is Kloof Corner. As another bonus, it i[...]

Pipe Track hike
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Guide: Hiking the Pipe Track in Cape Town

January 15, 2023

The Pipe Track hiking trail in Cape Town is a perfect Table Mountain route to tackle as b[...]

Drone picture Cape Point
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Exploring Cape Point Nature Reserve

January 15, 2023

Cape Point Nature Reserve in South Africa is home to the southwestern tip of Africa. This[...]

Boulders Beach
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Boulders Beach: Swim with Penguins in Cape Town

January 15, 2023

Just an hour outside of Cape Town you will find Boulders Beach. This beach has become one[...]

Table Mountain
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Table Mountain: Stunning Views of Cape Town

January 15, 2023

Table Mountain has become an iconic sight in Cape Town. With its distinctive flat top and[...]

Oranjezict Market
South Africa
Africa South Africa

A Visit to the Spectacular Oranjezicht Market

January 15, 2023

A trip to Cape Town is never complete without a visit to Oranjezict Market. This spectacu[...]

Pletteklip Gorge hike
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Hiking Guide: Platteklip Gorge in Cape Town

January 15, 2023

Table Mountain is probably Cape Town’s most iconic landmark. You can easily visit the m[...]

Beach in Cape Town
South Africa
Africa South Africa

The 10 Best Beaches in Cape Town

January 15, 2023

A trip to Cape Town is never complete without at least a visit to one of the incredible b[...]

Lion's Head
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Hiking Lion’s Head: Everything You Need to Know

January 15, 2023

One of the most popular hikes in Cape Town is the famous Lion’s Head. And a trip to Cap[...]

Biscuit Mill
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Weekends at Biscuit Mill: Neighbourgoods Market

January 15, 2023

In the upcoming Woodstock area of Cape Town is the Old Biscuit Mill found. And once a wee[...]

Bo-Kaap
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Bo-Kaap: The Rainbow Streets of Cape Town

November 24, 2022

The colorful houses of Bo-Kaap are known as the rainbow streets of Cape Town. Aside from[...]

Kirstenbosch Botanic Garden
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Exploring Kirstenbosch Botanic Garden in Cape Town 

November 24, 2022

Right against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, you will find Kirstenbosch National B[...]

Chapman's Peak Drive
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Driving the Famous Chapman’s Peak Drive

November 19, 2022

One of the great day trips that you can take from Cape Town is of course driving the famo[...]

Vegetables
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Markets in Cape Town

November 15, 2022

Visiting local markets is one of the best ways to experience the local culture when you a[...]

Franschhoek Wine Tram
South Africa
Africa South Africa

The Ultimate Guide to The Franschhoek Wine Tram

November 14, 2022

Less than an hour from Cape Town can the beautiful rolling hills of the Winelands be foun[...]

Kalk Bay harbor
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Kalk Bay: A Quirky Fishing Village

November 14, 2022

In July 2018 Forbes Magazine named Kalk Bay one of the 12 coolest neighborhoods around th[...]

Colorful houses Muizenberg Beach
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Visit the Colorful Houses at Muizenberg Beach

November 14, 2022

Along the coast of Cape Peninsula, you’ll find a small town known as the South African[...]

Robben Island Gate
South Africa
Africa South Africa

Robben Island: A Lesson in South African History

October 22, 2022

Robben Island is one of the most known sites in Cape Town. Even so, most of us only know[...]

District Six Museum
South Africa
Africa South Africa

A Visit to District Six Museum in Cape Town

October 22, 2022

District Six Museum in Cape Town pays respect to the former mixed-race community, of the[...]

Elephant walking in Etosha
Namibia
Africa Namibia

7 Amazing Things To Do in Namibia

October 10, 2022

Right above South Africa, you find Namibia – one of the greatest countries to visit in[...]

Spitzkoppe Rock Formation
Namibia
Africa Namibia

11 Things to Know Before Traveling to Namibia

October 10, 2022

As with so many other destinations, there are quite a few things that we wished we had kn[...]

View from Big Daddy
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Big Daddy Dune: Climb the Highest Sand Dune in Sossusvlei

October 10, 2022

The famous Big Daddy Dune is the highest of the sand dunes in Sossusvlei. This magnificen[...]

Water Etosha National Park
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Campsites in Namibia

October 10, 2022

Over the last few years, Namibia has become a more popular destination for travelers from[...]

View Dune 7
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Climb the Amazing Dune 7 in Namibia

October 10, 2022

The highest sand dune in the Namib Desert in Namibia is the incredible Dune 7. With its 3[...]

Dune 45
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Climb the Incredible Dune 45 in Sossusvlei

October 10, 2022

 Sossusvlei in the southern Namib Desert is known for its massive sand dunes. One of[...]

Deadvlei
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Deadvlei: The Famous Clay Pan in Namibia

October 10, 2022

The iconic dead camel thorn trees in the white clay pan have made Deadvlei in Sossusvlei[...]

Leopard Okonjima Nature Reserve
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Experience Wildlife in Okonjima Nature Reserve

October 10, 2022

Namibia has a lot of opportunities for travelers to experience wildlife. A place like Eto[...]

Sesriem Canyon
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Explore the Amazing Sesriem Canyon in Sossusvlei

October 10, 2022

One of the less-known sites inside Namib-Naukluft National Park often referred to as Soss[...]

Road in Sossusvlei
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Exploring the Incredible Sossusvlei in Namibia

October 10, 2022

Massive sand dunes, dried-out clay pans, petrified trees, a lush canyon, and endless land[...]

Hiddenvlei
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Hiddenvlei: See If You Can Find the Hidden Clay Pan in Sossusvlei

October 10, 2022

Hiddenvlei is the least visited of the vleis in the Sossusvlei area. A hike to find the h[...]

Sand dunes in Sossusvlei
Namibia
Africa Namibia

The Perfect Day in Sossusvlei

October 10, 2022

With dried-out clay pans, petrified trees, and massive sand dunes Sossusvlei is one of th[...]

Sandwich Harbour
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Sandwich Harbour: A Must-Visit in Namibia

October 10, 2022

Sandwich Harbour is one of the very famous sites in Namibia. However, also one of the lea[...]

Wildlife Etosha National Park
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Self-driving Safari in Etosha National Park

October 10, 2022

A self-driving safari in Etosha National Park in Namibia is a perfect way to experience h[...]

Wildlife in Sossusvlei
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Sossusvlei: 2-Day Travel Itinerary

October 10, 2022

With its massive sand dunes, petrified trees, beautiful landscape, dried-out clay pans, a[...]

Spitzkoppe
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Spitzkoppe: A Must-Visit in the Namib Desert

October 10, 2022

The incredible rock formations of Spitzkoppe are located in the Namib Desert of Namibia.[...]

A lot of dunes in Sossusvlei
Namibia
Africa Namibia

The Amazing Sand Dunes of Namibia

October 10, 2022

A big part of Namibia is known as the Namib Desert. This is where you find all the countr[...]

Herd of antilopes in Etosha
Namibia
Africa Namibia

The Perfect 2-Week Namibia Itinerary

October 10, 2022

Namibia has become more and more popular over the last few years – and we definitely un[...]

Twyfelfontein
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Visit the Amazing Twyfelfontein Engravings in Namibia

October 10, 2022

One of the most visited historical sites in Namibia is Twyfelfontein in the Damara highla[...]

Cape Cross Seal Reserve
Namibia
Africa Namibia

Visit the Stinky Seals at Cape Cross in Namibia

October 10, 2022

The seal colony of seals at Cape Cross marks a specific historic event in Namibian histor[...]

Camels in Morocco
Morocco
Africa Morocco

12 Incredible Things To Do in Marrakech

October 4, 2022

Marrakech is an incredible city with bustling life, amazing architecture, and beautiful c[...]

Overview Medina of Marrakech
Morocco
Africa Morocco

12 Things To Know Before Traveling to Morocco

October 4, 2022

Morocco has become more and more popular among travelers. It’s a beautiful country but[...]

Overlooking Le Jardin Secret
Morocco
Africa Morocco

A Hidden Gem in Marrakech: Le Jardin Secret

October 4, 2022

Le Jardin Secret is an incredible hidden gem in the maze of the Marrakech medina. It is o[...]

The Saadian Tombs in Marrakech
Morocco
Africa Morocco

A Visit to the Saadian Tombs of Marrakech

October 4, 2022

The Saadian Tombs in Marrakech house the remains of some of the most important figures fr[...]

Jardin Majorelle
Morocco
Africa Morocco

The Blue Wonder: Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech

October 4, 2022

One of the biggest tourist attractions in Marrakech is this incredible blue wonder. And i[...]

Overview El Badi Palace
Morocco
Africa Morocco

The Incredible El Badi Palace in Marrakech

October 4, 2022

El Badi Palace is one of the incredible places you simply must visit when in Marrakech. T[...]

Square in Medina in Marrakech
Morocco
Africa Morocco

The Medina of Marrakech: Everything You Need To Know

October 4, 2022

The Medina of Marrakech is the historic center of the city. The Medina is surrounded by 1[...]

Courtyard Bahia Palace
Morocco
Africa Morocco

The Stunning Bahia Palace in Marrakech

October 4, 2022

The Bahia Palace in Marrakech is a historical monument that has become one of the most vi[...]

Logo at Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech
Morocco
Africa Morocco

The Yvés Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech

October 4, 2022

The Yvés Saint Laurent Museum is one of the incredible places you simply must visit duri[...]

Learn more about traveling in Africa

Some people like to travel somewhere without any preparations, any plans or the like. That is not us; we are planners, and we like to know where we are going, and to some degree also what we are going to do, where we are going to live, how to get around, et cetera. If that is you as well, then you have come to the right place.

If you are considering traveling to and in Africa then we can only recommend that you spend a little time reading our posts about the destinations, that we have visited in Africa. While we have not been everywhere on the beautiful continent, we hope that you can find some information and posts that fall within your area of interest and considerations.

We promise that there is a lot of great information and pictures of beautiful places, that are worth visiting, when going to Africa. As always we tell you about the amazing experiences, the practical things, that we had wish we had known before going, and of course also the things, that did not impress us as much as we had hoped.

Why should you travel to Africa?

While we often hear all the negative stories from Africa about pirates, dictatorships, warlords, hunger, et cetera, there are in reality just as many positive reasons to visit Africa. We will dive deeper into some of these reasons later, but let us first give you an overview of some of the things, that we love about Africa:

  • It accounts for approximately 20 percent of the Earth’s entire landmass.
  • It consists of more than 50 countries; each with several languages and cultures.
  • It has a completely unique and diverse nature.
  • It has a wide range of wild life.
  • It has an interesting and important history.

All of these things are just some of the many reasons as to why you should travel to Africa. Whether you love visiting history museums, seeing old architecture, getting close to wild life on safaris, experiencing local cultures and languages or just enjoy spending time in nature, then you will find what you search in several parts of Africa.

Traveling in Africa: Unique cultures and amazing nature

As promised we will take a closer look at the some of the above mentioned reasons as to why you should get ready to some traveling in Africa. More specifically we will look at the many unique cultures, that has been created in the more than 50 different countries in Africa. We will also talk a little about the beautiful nature that is home to an amazing selection of wild life.

Cultures in Africa are many; it is said that there is as many as 3.000 native languages spoken throughout the continent. The many languages are a symbol of the different cultures; a tribe or group of people speaking one language will often have different rituals, ways of life, habits, et cetera. If you are willing to really experience some of these amazing and interesting cultures, it is definitely a possibility in Africa. Depending on you ambitiousness, you can do so by visiting different countries in the continent (and different parts of each country), or you can actively seek out different tribes, where you can get a really insight into traditional ways of life in parts of Africa.

When traveling in Africa, you will quickly realise that they have an amazing nature. Whether you travel in the north with deserts and rocky landscapes, in the central Africa with savannas and lush rain forests or in the Southern Africa you will find nature experiences and wild life unlike any other place in the world. It is without a doubt one of our favourite reasons to visit Africa, and no matter how many times we have been on safaris, we will definitely always dream about going on another – and you should too!

Safety when traveling in Africa

There is no doubt that Africa has a somewhat bad reputation when it comes to safety. As we have mentioned earlier, it is a continent that to some degree is plagued by unrest, which of course can result in dangerous situations; both for locals and tourists.

While there is no denying the above, we have generally found our travels in Africa to be safe. Our experience has been, that if you are careful and attentive, then you will not run into any trouble or problems, while travelling in Africa. However, this is of course not always the case, as your safety depends largely on where you are travelling in Africa.

Some countries, regions, cities, districts, et cetera are more dangerous for tourists than others. It is generally a good idea to always read up on the current situation in the country you are planning to visit; your country’s embassy in the country will typically be able to give you the necessary information as well as a recommendation as to which precautions you should take when travelling in Africa.

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