Oman

Middle East & Asia 2025

Roadtrip

Mutrah Corniche at sunset

Our car overheating in the omani mountains

Spotless, sumptuous and huge: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Mutrah Souq at night is still buzzling

The abandoned village of Al-Hasha

Family picture, our first night wild camping in Oman

Little Snake Canyon

The views on the Hajar mountains

Demonstration of bread making at Bait Al Safah

Traditional house at Bait Al Safah

The recently restorated Bahla Fort

The imposing walls of Bahla Fort

The Nizwa Souq is very organized, crafts here, fruits there, spices further...

Nizwa is beautifully illuminated at night

Birkat al Mawz, another opportunity to explore the irrigation system

Al-Sugra village: remote and unique

Lisa's parents from the top of Jabal Al Akhdar

Terraces of Saiq, opportunity for a walk along the irrigation canals

Architectural gem and great museum, don't miss out!

Ultra modern structure visible from the highway, Oman Across Ages museum

Sunset over the Sugar Dunes

A camel in the desert, on our way to the Sugar Dunes

Wadi Mibam: swimming in the oasis

The boat to get to Wadi Ashab

Wadi Ashab early in the morning, alone

Camping on a hill overlooking the bay

All dressed up like traditional omanis

Sunset view with hot tea in Saiq

Goats are more frequent than cars in the Omani Hajar mountains

The living museum of Bait Al Safah in Al Hamra

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Nepal

How-to

There are hundreds of trekking shop in Pokhara: negotiate, negotiate, negotiate!

The Annapurna Conservation Area and its entry points

5-day Mardi Himal trek + Jhinu hot springs

The start of the hike in Kande

Entering the Annapurna Conservation Area in Pothana

The first part is an endless walk in the mystical forest

Lisa ringing the bells of a foggy temple midway

Forest Camp, our first night on the trek

Every day, we found a dog that walked with us to the next camp!

The discovery of this trek? Lemon tea!

The High Camp coming from the viewpoint, on our long way down

Slowly the clouds disappear and we get our first glimpse at the mountains

Probably one of the highest tea shops in the world

There is a tea seller at the 4200m viewpoint at 6am!

Our happy photo together at the Mardi Himal viewpoint

Within 30 minutes, more and more peaks appear

As we prepare to leave the viewpoint, a flock of geese majestically flies over us

You'll meet many porters carrying huge loads

The Annapurna South finally showing up

The only (tiny) prayer wheel we encountered in these 5 days

We loved this day, following the river upstream, completely alone

Many suspension bridges crossing the Modi river

Buffalos blocking the way on the Landruk to Jhinu Danda wild stretch

The Jhinu Danda suspension bridge, apparently the second longest!

Would you cross this 287m long bridge?

Bathing in the Jhinu hot springs after trekking is one of our highlights!

Just before boarding the bus back to Pokhara, we met this friendly horse

There were some tears involved upon reaching the top and seeing the view

Lisa at the 4200m Mardi Himal viewpoint for sunrise

5-day Mardi Himal Trek + Jhinu hot springs [2025]

Backpacking Africa 23/24

South Africa

The view from our Couchsurfer's house! (Lion's Head)

Sea Point is definitely a place to check out - many cute shops, cafes and eateries

On our way up to The Lion's Head

The lively Greenmarket Square

Early morning in Franschhoek, surrounded by vineyards

Having fun walking a llama on the Wine Route

Seeing penguins for free in Betty's Bay

A happy moment on Clarence Drive, the most scenic road in the region

The view from Chapman's Peak (one of the many free activities around Cape Town)

Colorful beach cabins of Muizenberg

Bo-Kaap is probaby the most picturesque neighborhood in Cape Town

Exploring Cape Town on a budget : prices, tips and affordable activities

Namibia

The abandoned houses of Kolmanskop

The amazing nest of the sociable weaver

Camping on our 4*4 makes the trip completely unique

Etosha's waterholes are an absolute MUST on your Namibian itinerary

Deadvlei, the most photographed place in Namibia

12-day itinerary across Namibia

Namibia is full of luxurious yet affordable campsites

Lisa and the wild horses of the desert

An ambitious 12-day roadtrip around Namibia

The bus parks on rank n°2, around 15min before the scheduled departure

Our experience taking the bus from Sharjah to Muscat [2025]

Zambia

Observing and being observed by the chimps of Chimfunshi

Witnessing the interaction between the chimps

Volunteering at Chimfunshi: What to Expect at Zambia’s Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Malawi

Malawi recap

Lisa and the kids of Cape Maclear

Boda bodas also operate when it rains !

Boda bodas are the main transportation system for remote villages

Our campsite at the Mushroom Farm

A classroom part of a school supported by Butterfly Space

Tipezananso non profit, making an awesome work in Cape Maclear

Chef Suneni, in Cape Maclear

Lake Malawi at sunset

On our way to the Ntchisi Forest

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Mosi-oa-Tunya, the smoke that thunders

Crossing the rainbow bridge, overlooking the falls

Along the trails, many viewpoints on Mosi-oa-Tunya

Sunset on the falls, timeless moments

Zebras of the Avani resort, next to Victoria Falls

Baboons are everywhere around, beware !

Exploring Victoria Falls: The Zambian Side is Worth It!

Rwanda

A Golden Monkey in the Volcanoes NP, Rwanda

The Canopy Walkway in Nyungwe NP, Rwanda

Traditional shops in Musanze, Rwanda

Is Rwanda a good destination for backpackers ?

Ethiopia

The Karo tribe, with the Omo river behind

Lisa & Pol playing with the Mursi kids

Invited in a hut for breakfast with the Mursi

Bull jumping ceremony with the Hamar

Scars and lip plate of the Mursi

Body painting of men of the Karo tribe

How to visit the tribes of the Omo Valley without a tour

Africa

Voodoun festival

Shella Hat Festival

Marula Festival

AfrikaBurn

Bushfire festival

National Arts Festival

Great Migration

Chale Wote

Whale Festival

Cape Town Kite Festival

Lamu cultural festival

Mombasa carnival

Events to consider when planning your backpacking trip around Africa

Tanzania

Which is better : Mafia or Zanzibar ?

Lisa in front of a typical swahili door in Stone Town

Is Zanzibar worth it for backpackers on a budget ?

The restaurant is a huge round hut directly on the Lake

Our camping spot at the Mushroom Farm in Malawi

This is the bathroom at the Mushroom Farm

Unique shower opportunities at the Mushroom Farm

Butterfly Space is much more than a lodge, it's an entire community ecosystem 

Our unique room at Butterfly Space, overlooking the lake

The view from our room at Butterfly Space

Fancy camping in the forest at Ntchisi Forest Lodge

Chilling by the pool at Ntchisi Forest Lodge

The beautiful pool of Ntchisi Forest Lodge

Crown Lodge, one of the cheapest options of Lilongwe

We rented kayaks at Warm Heart Adventure Lodge

Eco-lodges and backpacker's hostels in Malawi

Alone in Gombe National Park, swimming with the baboons

The awesome rooftop of Arusha Backpackers, overlooking Mount Meru

Chilling on the nets at Hidden Valley Backpackers, overlooking the city

Stone Town View Inn room, one of the cheapest options in town

Kasuku Villa, a very laid-back place in Jambiani

The reception of the very fancy Karanga Bungalows

Camping in the garden of wonders, a nature paradise

The Yellow room at the Peace of Mind Hotel in Mbeya

Staying in someone's home might be more uncomfortable than hotels, but overall so much more memorable

Honest review of accommodations we tried in Tanzania

The swedish mission guesthouse common area

Expect an old and pretty packed ferry

Island vibes on our first night in Mafia, walking to New Afro Bungalows

Watching the fishermen come back on land in Kilindoni

Sunsets on Tanzanian islands are unbeatable !

Chole island, remote and authentic

The famous spiral coconut tree of Chole Island

The Marine Park Reserve takes up the entire South-East of the island

Sunrise on the ferry from Mafia to the mainland

Utende beach for ourselves, but you will need to take a boat to snorkel

How to get to Mafia Island on a budget (using the ferry) [2024]

Always pay the national parks by card in Tanzania

How to get to Gombe National Park - Our map !

The public boat is actually much more comfortable than what we anticipated

Gombe is the perfect combination of nature, wilderness and calm

Swimming in the lake, watched by baboons

A chimp in Gombe Stream National Park

Waiting for the public boat on the second day, the sea is rough !

Rice and beans never disappoint

Trying to camp outside in Mwamgongo

The hike profile is scary !

On our way across the mountains, mid-hike, aiming for Mkongoro

How to visit Gombe National Park on a budget [2024]

Kenya

Lisa is happy on Tiwi Beach

We've been told that it's the only beach camping in Kenya !

The restaurant is the perfect place to read while sipping a tea

The famous Africa-shaped pool in Tiwi

Pol, dogs and rainbows in Tiwi

Tiwi was a very happy moment for us, far from everyone and everything

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