Arriving in The Gambia: Africa’s Smiling Coast
The Gambia. A small country perched on the coastline of west Africa, surrounded on three sides by the country of Senegal, except for the western …
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Volunteering at N/a’an ku sê wildlife sanctuary: Everything You Need To Know
Me brushing one of the sanctuary’s rescued cheetahs A couple of years ago I took the plunge and booked my first volunteer trip in Africa. Not …
The Ultimate Namibia Travel Guide
Namibia. This vast country situated on the south west coast of Africa is like nowhere else on earth. This incredible country is three times the size …
We Were Nearly Robbed on Our Last Day in Namibia
The moment had arrived. It was time to embark on the last leg of our journey which involved a mere 1 hour drive from the …
Lake Lake Oanob Resort: A Campsite Overrun with Cats
After an incredibly stressful morning, we finally arrived at the gates to our campsite. I was thrilled to discover the campsite was far enough away from …
My 5 Top Tips for Staying Safe from Animals in the African Bush
Africa is a wonderful continent that contains a vast range of animals. My fascination with Africa is honestly as a result of the wonderful array …
Losing my Wallet: Are Namibian Towns Safe?
I woke up to a cool breeze wafting through my tent. Brr. I clasped my sleeping bag harder, wondering if I’d woken up in Antarctica or …
Is The Namib-Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park Worth Visiting?
The Namib Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park – The Perfect Stop-Over Between Sossusvlei & Windhoek I knew this day had been coming for some time. But …
Off-Roading Through the Dunes of Sossusvlei: A Namibia Highlight
Morning in the Namib desert. We made a speedy exit from the Gondwana Desert Camp in order to be at our next destination early. Today …
Introducing Solitaire, My Favourite Town in Namibia!
And so the saga with the bees continued. I opened my sleepy eyes, safe within my roof-top tent. Outside I could hear insistent buzzing as bee …