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Cairo to Cape Town
We set off with one-way tickets to Cairo. We didn’t have an itinerary – just the idea that we’d head south and try to make it to Cape Town. And we did. Here are some of the highlights from a trip down the length of a continent.
South Africa: a Trip Within a Trip
Vineyards, safaris and road tripping. When we finally came rattling in from Mozambique to South Africa on an old minibus, it felt like an entirely different trip.
Mozambique: Welcome to the Brazil of Africa
Mozambique. Divine scenery, a relaxed and easygoing atmosphere. Long, serene beaches that are as yet mostly undeveloped and unspoilt.
The Great Stone House: Where Zimbabwe Got its Name
Masvingo, Zimbabwe. Not much of a town in and of itself, but home to the ancient Great Stone Houses that gave Zimbabwe its name.
A Shortcut Through ZimZam
There is a bridge over the Zambezi river that connects Zambia and Zimbabwe. You can visit the amazing Victoria Falls on either country’s side, or both.
Getting There is Half the Fun: Local Transport in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is a big country. The roads are bad; distances are long. It’s an understatement to say that public transport here is not for the faint of heart.
Ethiopia – T.I.A
This Is Africa (or Ethiopia, anyway). Trekking and camping in Simien National Park; Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches; stunning nature and busy Addis Ababa.
Sudan to Ethiopia: Behind the Rope
Crossing the border on foot from Gallabat to Metama, Sudan to Ethiopia. But first: Khartoum’s Omdurman souk, whirling dervishes, and one last cup of tea.
Sudan: The Friendliest Country in One Third of the World
Ever wonder what travelling in Sudan is like? How about off-the-beaten-path sights, lots of tea, and some of the friendliest and most hospitable people you’ve ever met. Just for starters.