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What It’s Like to Be 6 Months Pregnant on Safari
Going on safari while pregnant isn’t something most people plan — but in my case, it happened as part of a work trip. I had to visit several lodges and camps, which meant doing the full safari experience during my third trimester. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I knew I had a healthy […]
Erika Atienza
About Africa · Budget · Experiences · Plan a Trip
How to Pull Off a Budget Safari in Africa
For many travelers, the cost of embarking on a safari trip to Africa can seem pretty prohibitive. Many people dream of seeing the ‘big five’ in Tanzania, the Great Migration in Kenya, as well as the diverse species of mammals in Kruger and more, but end up staying put because of the costs involved. However, […]
About Africa · Budget · Experiences · Namibia
What To Do While in Africa
Africa is a continent of infinite variety. You will hardly scratch the surface on a single visit. Even today, there are remote regions where man has rarely ventured. When you first look at the activities the Continent can offer, you will find difficulty in deciding how to start. That said, if you are up for […]
About Africa · Experiences · Kenya · Tanzania · Traveler's Interest
The Top Wildlife Spectacles in Africa You Should See in this Lifetime
The vast continent of Africa is home to the most incredible animal gatherings anywhere on the planet. You may already know about the unbelievable migration of one million wildebeest across Tanzania and Kenya. But there are many more examples across the continent that are less well known. Each one brings its astonishing tale of danger, […]
Sustainable Travels · Tanzania · Tanzania Safari
Eco-Friendly Safari Lunch Boxes In Tanzania
Lunch Box for Safari One thing Erika and I have felt strongly about when on a safari in Africa is the lunch boxes. More often than not, the food is not very tasty, it’s not very healthy and it’s full of plastic wrapping and plastic containers. Actually, on my first safari in Tanzania about 2 […]
Crossing Borders · Kenya · Uganda
Crossing Borders from Nairobi, Kenya to Kampala, Uganda
Here is my guide for how to travel from Nairobi in Kenya to Kampala in Uganda by land and cross the border, all based on my experience. Ticket Fee: 3400 Kenyan Shillings for a VIP seat (highly recommended) Travel Time: Around 13 hrs. depending on traffic and the number of people in line in passport control. Travel […]
Crossing Borders · Rwanda · Uganda
Crossing Borders from Kampala to Kigali
Here is how I crossed the border from Kampala in Uganda to Kigali in Rwanda by land. Ticket Fee: 60,000 Ugandan Shillings for a VIP seat (highly recommended) Travel Time: Around 13 hrs. depending on traffic and number of people in line in the passport control Travel Schedule: I took the 7:30 pm bus because I prefer overnight […]
Sustainable Travels
Our Journey To Become More Sustainable Travelers
Negative Impact of Tourism Erika and I have been frequent travelers for many years. Combined, we’ve covered pretty much every corner of the world and been lucky to discover much of it together as well. We love traveling, it is a huge part of us and our discussions often go “Where should we go next?”. […]
Tanzania · Visa Guide
Tanzania Visa Guide
Process for Tanzania Visa upon Arrival From Dar Es Salaam, Julius Nyerere International Airport and official land borders From Kilimanjaro International Airport From Zanzibar International Airport This is based on my experience as a Philippine…
About Africa · Budget · Featured · Plan a Trip
African Safari Explained: What, Why, Where, When, and How much
What Why Where How Much When How To Get There WHAT “African safari is an expedition or a trip, usually by tourists, to observe animals in their natural habitat.” These natural habitats can be national parks or game reserves such as Kruger national park in South Africa, Masai Mara in Kenya, and Serengeti in Tanzania. […]
Crossing Borders · Filipino Corner
A Filipina Backpacker’s Experience Travelling in 8 African Countries – Alone
This article was first seen on tripzilla.ph My first time to be in a foreign country alone was in Thailand where I had an epiphany that I wanted to see the world. Since that trip, it was just never the same for me. I was always envious of how some people just knew what they […]
Kenya · Kenya Safari · Tanzania · Tanzania Safari
Why Kenya and Tanzania is the Perfect Combo Safari
When you hear the word safari, it is without a doubt that either Kenya or Tanzania deserve the spotlight. I bet you’ve heard of these countries halfway through your African trip planning and since they are primarily big game destinations, you’ve probably found yourself torn between the two. Well, why not visit both? They are […]
Filipino Corner · Plan a Trip
An Intro Guide for Filipinos about Traveling to Africa
Africa is a continent just like how Asia is. Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Uganda, etc. are all countries within the African continent just like how Philippines, Korea, Japan, and Thailand all belong to Asia. I’m stressing this fact because I’ve been asked questions by fellow Filipinos like “Is Africa close to Kenya?”.