Category: Activities
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Exploring Lesotho: An Overland Travel Guide
Winding dirt roads, cold nights, and mountain passes that make your stomach flip… overlanding Lesotho is wild in all the right ways! We crossed into the country at Van Rooyens Gate and zigzagged across dramatic landscapes, overnighting in Malealea, Ramabanta, and Katse Dam before tackling the legendary Sani Pass just ahead of a cold front.…
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Chimpanzee Habituation Experience (CHEX) in Kibale National Park, Uganda
I am assuming you have landed here because you want to have an once-in-a-lifetime animal encounter or maybe curious about Chimpanzee Habituation. Have you ever watched Chimp Empire on Netflix and wondered what it would be like to experience that for yourself? Did you know it was filmed in Kibale National Park, Uganda? It’s also…
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Camping Essentials: Gear up for an Unforgettable Adventure
One of the best times of year is here… being outdoors and in nature! Have you gotten your camping essentials ready so you can hit the open roads at a moments notice? Whether you’re headed out on a long term road trip or planning a short weekend getaway in the wilderness, having the right gear…
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Discover the Flavors of Caucasus: A Foodie’s Guide to Azerbaijan
Let’s take a journey through Azerbaijan, where your taste buds lead the way. In the heart of the Caucasus, this gem offers a culinary adventure with every bite. From mouth watering kebabs to fragrant pilafs, Azerbaijani cuisine is a fusion of flavors that has been shaped by its cultural heritage. As a self-proclaimed foodie, I’m…
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Fairy Meadows: An Unforgettable Hidden Gem in Northern Pakistan
Follow me on a journey to what I would probably still consider to be one of Pakistan’s best-kept secrets: Fairy Meadows. Fairy Meadows is located in Northern Pakistan and the point where the Hindu Kash, Karakoram and the Himalayan mountain ranges meet. This gem promises an adventure like no other. Okay, imagine this: an adrenaline-fueled…
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Pakistan’s Karakoram Highway: A Traveler’s Guide
Let’s get stuck into it. Pakistan had always been on my list, ever since I saw a photo of Fairy Meadows. There was something about the photo that made me drawn to the place. Over the years, the country has slowly been promoted with the help of social media. For my 30th birthday, my partner…
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Exploring the Mountains of Lofoten: An Ultimate Guide
Lofoten! The crème de la crème of Northern Norway, hiking mecca for many travelers to Norway. It is such a visually stunning place that even the town of Arendal in Frozen was inspired by Reine in Lofoten (or so I heavily assume). Lofoten is a chain of islands in Northern Norway connected to each other…
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The Best of Northern Norway: The Ultimate Guide to Senja
The North! I absolutely love the North. The Troms region is spectacular, especially the island of Senja. You’ve probably heard of the famous island archipelago of Lofoten, but I bet that you’ve never heard of Senja. It is Norway’s largest island to the mainland, connected by road. The easiest way to get to Senja is…