Africa
Travel destinations in Africa
Powerful waterfalls and strong locals: why you should visit Epupa in Namibia’s far north
Epupa Falls is a natural wonder that has taken me by surprise, perhaps because all of the fame for waterfalls in Southern Africa goes to the Victoria Falls on the…
Front row hippo views: why the Caprivi Strip is more than a stop-over between Namibia & Botswana
Planning to go to Namibia or Botswana? Lucky you! Many travellers combine both destinations and since there are only a couple of border crossings, chances are high that you will…
Searching for the elusive desert-dwelling elephant: a desert safari in Damaraland, Namibia
Namibia’s remote Damaraland is home to the desert dwelling elephant. The herds of the world’s largest land mammals that live here in the Namib desert, have adapted to life in…
Exploring the Babile camel market and Valley of Marvels
A visit to the Valley of Marvels and the Babile Camel Market can easily be combined in a day trip from Harar. Be amazed at the sounds, colours and smells…
One day in Gondar: a perfect itinerary
These are my sightseeing tips about how to spend a day in Gondar, a beautiful and interesting city in northern Ethiopia. Make the most of your day with this itinerary.
No laughing matter: Feeding wild hyenas in Harar
What do you do when you own a travel website called Say Yes To New Adventures and someone asks you if you feel like hand-feeding hyenas? Rhetorical question :-)
Experiencing Ethiopia’s village life: hiking in the mountains of Lalibela
If you are visiting Lalibela I highly recommend taking an extra two days to hike in the highlands to see magnificient panoramas and the local way of life.
Earth’s extremes: visiting the Danakil Depression in Ethiopia
The Danakil Depression: a region so surreal that you’ll wonder if you are actually still on Planet Earth. It is also known as Gateway to Hell, so come prepared.
Walking safari: tracking rhino, chimps and other animals on foot in Uganda
Uganda has various options for tracking wildlife on foot. We did a walking safari to find rhinos, and we tracked a band of chimpanzees in the jungle.
Tracking gorillas in Bwindi, Uganda
Eye to eye with gentle giants: seeing wild gorillas in Uganda is an experience like no other. Read this travel story about my unforgettable encounter in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
