Africa

Backpacking Africa is not very popular yet. However, it has quickly become of my favorite travel destinations. In the last years, I traveled throughout Northern, Eastern and Southern Africa. I love backpacking Africa, because it’s adventurous, friendly and has beautiful landscapes and amazing wildlife. One day you’re going on a 3-day safari, while the other day you’re relaxing on a beautiful white-sand beach. I’ve been to the following African countries: Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Uganda. If you have any questions about backpacking in Africa: don’t hesitate to send me an email. I’m happy to answer any travel-related Africa questions.

What to do in Khartoum, Sudan?

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What to do in Khartoum?
What to do in Khartoum - "Ok, one more day..." I was thinking to myself after my second day in Khartoum. However, somehow I...

Ultimate Sudan travel guide: itinerary, budget and travel tips for backpackers

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In Sudan, seemingly forgotten pyramids still stand in endless desert sands. The markets of Kassala and Omdurman are a fascinating melting pot of cultures...

Traveling Kenya on a budget

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Kenya, the country of amazing wildlife, white-sand beaches and lively cities. Compared to other countries in Africa, Kenya's tourism is well-developed. Traveling around independently is...

Update on how to get your Sudan visa in Aswan, Egypt:...

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Read here all about how to get your Sudan visa in Aswan based on my experience as a Dutch passport holder in December 2017. This...

An open air tower of Wildebeeste in Lamu, Kenya

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In 2011 I took a boat to a small island near the northeastern coast of Kenya: Lamu. Lamu is famous for its rich Swahili...

Update on how to get your Ethiopian visa in Khartoum, Sudan:...

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How to get an Ethiopian visa in Khartoum. Copyright Bunch of Backpackers.
Getting a visa can be a pain, but good news: getting your Ethiopian visa in Khartoum is easy! I got my visa in January...

How my new year started with a tear gas attack in...

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All of a sudden there was chaos. I found myself running over Khartoum's famous Africa road with a hint of panic. 'Where were the...

Money Matters: How much does it cost to backpack Uganda and...

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What budget do you need for your Uganda and Rwanda trip? During my recent short Rwanda and Uganda backpacking trip, I kept track of all...

Backpacking South Africa: 10 things you don’t want to miss!

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Bo Kaap Capetown Bunch of Backpackers
South Africa offers something for everyone: a beautiful, diverse landscape, many different cultures, wicked wildlife-watching opportunities, friendly people, vibrant cities, the best beaches and...