The Start of Your Overland Journey in Africa

Welcome to my blog for Backpacking Africa. I worked as an overland tour leader in Africa for many years. This website should help you decide between the best overland tours in Africa and what to expect on the trip. I have also created a section for travel insurance and pre-trip accommodation. To get started, click on Start Here in the menu and then work your way through the menu tabs: Start Here>Plan Your Trip>Pick a Tour>Travel Insurance.

Latest Stories

3 Things that Will Stop You Getting Sick on an Overland Tour

Overlanding Africa is more of a marathon than a sprint. In the beginning, everyone is eager and full of enthusiasm but as the weeks roll on, many people fall ill and succumb...

5 Things to Know Before Your Africa Overland Tour

Now that you know what to bring with you, it’s time to think about what actually happens on an Africa overland tour. While some of the following might seem obvious, I promise...

My Pick for the Best Travel Destination in Africa

Believe it or not, I have one and only one pick for the best travel destination in Africa. However, I always have the same answer anytime friends of family ask me...

10 Things You Should Have on Your Packing List for Kenya Safari

Need a Packing list for Kenya Safari? Yes, you probably need your bank cards and a clean pair of underwear. But what else do you put on your safari packing list? You see, most...

Bike Touring Africa: 5 Things You Should Know Before You Start

Bike Touring Africa is an immense undertaking. In fact, I think this is something that can get lost in the process when it comes to planning the trip. In other words, you can draw lines...

The Easy Way to Get from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro by Bus

Do you need to get from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro? Are you starting a hike on Kilimanjaro? Maybe you need to get to the Kilimanjaro Airport? If so, let me help you out with...

The Best Places to see Wildlife in Africa

When it comes to the best places to see wildlife in Africa, Botswana seems to jump out at most people. That being said, Serengeti National Park is the most famous place to visit...

Climbing Kilimanjaro: What Tour Operators Don’t Want You to Know

Climbing Kilimanjaro is an amazing feat and an adventure I highly recommend. I first climbed Kilimanjaro was more than 15 years ago and I return shortly with some online followers. I have...