The island of Siargao is the hottest new thing on South East Asia’s backpacker trail. Starting out as a surfer’s haven, Siargao has evolved into a paradise for digital nomads, backpackers, and expats alike. Boasting stunning beaches, world-renowned surf breaks, lush landscapes, and hidden lagoons at a budget-friendly price point, it’s not hard to see… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Siargao Island | Philippines
Botswana is a wild, wild place. It is home to some of the most desolate and otherworldly landscapes I’ve ever traveled through, from the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans to the vast emptiness of the Kalahari Desert which covers 75% of the country. Its lush patches of green seem tranquil, but are home to prowling lions and… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide to Botswana
The Smoke That Thunders. That’s the local name, Mosi-oa-Tunya, given to these magnificent waterfalls designated as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. It’s a fitting title for one of the most epic and powerful places I’ve ever seen. The chills I got as I walked through the mist and laid eyes on it… Read More The Complete Travel Guide to Visiting Victoria Falls
Dahab is nothing short of a paradox. This small, Bohemian beach town on the banks of the Red Sea feels straight out of 1970’s California. My first walk along Dahab’s bustling boardwalk showed me a side of Egypt that made me question whether I had accidentally left the country ahead of schedule. From its outdoor… Read More Unveiling Dahab: The Complete Travel Guide to Egypt’s Bohemian Beach Town
There are few words to appropriately describe Sossusvlei. As soon as I reached the top of the Big Daddy dune, I decided that the word “otherworldly” will no longer be a part of my vocabulary unless specifically referring to places that made my jaw drop like Sossusvlei did. I’ve seen some cool stuff on this… Read More How To Visit Sossusvlei Desert Solo and Without A Car | Namibia
I first heard of the TAZARA train from my hostel receptionist in Lamu, Kenya. I was the only one in the hostel, so we ended up chatting with each other extensively over the next few days. I told him about my plans to travel overland all the way down to South Africa, a more naive… Read More The TAZARA Train: An Unforgettable Overland Adventure from Tanzania to Zambia
Zanzibar was one of the most surprising stops on my African backpacking journey. Despite its popularity, and the many images of beach resorts and dolled-up influencers I’d seen plastered on Instagram, Zanzibar still felt local and real. Riding in open-air trucks from village to village, watching the fishermen cast their nets early in the morning,… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Zanzibar | 2026
As far as travel destinations go, Uganda was never really on my radar. While I was crafting my very open-ended itinerary of backpacking from Kenya to South Africa, I didn’t even once think of visiting Uganda. Not even a single broad Google search, but the more time I spent in East Africa, the more it… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide to Uganda | 2026
While Kenya might be most famous for its wildlife and safaris, there is a lot to uncover in this culturally diverse country bursting with natural beauty. From the tranquil beaches of Lamu Island to the rugged landscapes of Mount Kenya’s wilderness, Kenya’s got range y’all. Where does one even begin? It is an excellent introduction… Read More One Month Kenya Travel Itinerary for Backpackers | 2026
Wow, where to begin with Kenya. The five weeks I spent backpacking through Kenya have led to some of the grandest adventures I’ve been on to date, but let me tell ya. I’d be lying if I said it didn’t come with its fair share of challenges and frustrations. I’ve dealt with damn near everything… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide to Kenya | 2026