Ultimate guide to trekking with mountain gorillas and chimps
> Africa’s gorillas and chimpanzees have captivated wildlife lovers from across the globe since the early 1900s. Since then, travellers have flocked to the region for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be in the presence of our closest animal ancestors Gorillas and chimps: A history of trekking Africa’s gorillas and chimpanzees have captivated wildlife lovers from […]
5 African Page-Turners to Help You Through Your Post-Africa Blues
> I wandered for the first time across East Africa with Adventure Out Loud in December 2017 – January 2018. As with all first times, it left upon me an indelible impression; I was desperate for more! However, I was also returning to full-time study on top of a full-time job, and the African sun […]
Can I take my kids on an African Safari?
> African safaris are a fantastic experience for all ages, kids included! Although, there are some extra considerations to make if you’re planning to take your children on a safari. Some of these considerations include the length and type of safari you choose, preparation and packing, malaria and health considerations and accommodation options. While these […]
Things you need to know about gorilla and chimp trekking
> There is a lot to consider before you embark on your trekking experience. Although at times all the planning may seem overwhelming, the right preparation will not only keep you and the animals you’re traveling to see safe, it will also allow you to have a truly unforgettable adventure. Here are some essential things […]
How safe is it to visit East Africa?
> East Africa is a major tourism hotspot. It’s estimated that the region welcomed more than six million tourists in 2019. With a wide variety of beautiful scenery, unforgettable adventure experiences and diverse cultures, visitors from across the world are drawn to the explore the off-the-beaten-track adventures offered in the East African region. Before planning your […]
How to Choose Travel Insurance for Your African Adventure
> When visiting Africa a good travel insurance policy is essential. At a minimum, your travel insurance policies should cover for: Unlimited medical and evacuation (including for COVID) Unforseen trip cancellations and travel delays (including for COVID) The activities you are going to be doing (for Kilimanjaro, this includes hiking and camping up to 6,000m) Below are a few […]
Best one day experiences around Mount Kilimanjaro
> Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro isn’t the only great travel experience you can have in Tanzania. Tanzania is home to Africa’s best safari parks, best beaches, best treks, and in our opinion, best chimpanzee experience. Just be warned that you may not have the time or budget to tick all of these big attractions off after your […]
Singing For Change
> My name is John Ombasa, and I am a musician as well as a music teacher in various institutions. Currently, I am volunteering with a community-based organisation (CBO) called Mirror of Hope, which sponsors underprivileged children from the Kibera slum to attend secondary school. During the holidays, the organisation runs a holiday program attended […]
Ultimate African Tipping Guide
> The Essential Tipping Guide for Your African Adventure Unlike Australia, many countries in Africa have a tipping culture. This can be confronting, confusing, and, quite bluntly, a pain. How much should I tip? Who do I tip? When do I tip? And will I offend someone if I don’t tip enough? That’s why we wrote this guide—to […]
A comprehensive cost breakdown of your Mount Kilimanjaro trek
> Key take aways: US$1,000 – $1,100pp: Average cost of permits & national park fees. These are fixed costs that cannot be avoided. Accommodation before & after your trek is another major driver of cost. Budget accommodation costs approx. US$15 – $50pp/day Mid-range accommodation costs approx. US$75 – $200pp/day Luxury accommodation costs approx. US$200+pp/day Group size is another major driver […]