Africa Archives - Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/category/africa/ UK Travel Blog Tue, 05 May 2026 20:57:34 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://charlieontravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cropped-Charlie-on-Travel-Favicon-32x32.png Africa Archives - Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/category/africa/ 32 32 Taghazout Travel Guide https://charlieontravel.com/taghazout/ https://charlieontravel.com/taghazout/#respond Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13806 Taghazout is Morocco’s serene fishing village turned surf haven and co-working hotspot. It’s laid-back vibe, sandy beaches and digital nomad-friendly accommodations make this hidden gem perfect for those seeking a balance of work, adventure and relaxation.  Taghazout was easily our favourite part of Morocco from our first trip in 2017 and we were amazed at […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/taghazout/feed/ 0 A Week in Zanzibar: From Safari to Beach https://charlieontravel.com/zanzibar/ https://charlieontravel.com/zanzibar/#respond Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:29:28 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14138 After five amazing (and tiring) days on safari in Tanzania — exploring Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti — we flew straight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar. What followed was six blissful nights of white sand, warm breezes and slow mornings in Jambiani and a short stop in historic Stone Town. If you’re planning your […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/zanzibar/feed/ 0 How Much Does a Safari in Tanzania Cost? (2025 Guide) https://charlieontravel.com/tanzania-safari-cost/ https://charlieontravel.com/tanzania-safari-cost/#respond Mon, 25 Aug 2025 20:16:16 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14132 When I first started planning our Tanzania safari, I had no idea just how much prices could vary. I assumed I’d get a few quotes, compare them, and pick the best one. But wow — the range in costs was huge. If you’re trying to figure out how much a safari in Tanzania should cost, […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/tanzania-safari-cost/feed/ 0 Is a Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Serengeti Worth It? https://charlieontravel.com/hot-air-balloon-serengeti/ https://charlieontravel.com/hot-air-balloon-serengeti/#comments Sun, 24 Aug 2025 17:09:07 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14122 Floating silently over the Serengeti at sunrise is an experience unlike any other. From the moment the balloon lifts off, the vast savannah unfolds beneath you — herds of zebra, giraffes, and elephants moving in timeless rhythm, predators stalking the plains, and the first golden light spilling over the horizon. A hot air balloon ride […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/hot-air-balloon-serengeti/feed/ 1 Is Safari in the Serengeti Safe? https://charlieontravel.com/safari-serengeti-safe/ https://charlieontravel.com/safari-serengeti-safe/#respond Sun, 24 Aug 2025 16:54:59 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14115 The Serengeti is one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations — a place where lions roam, elephants wander by and the vast plains seem endless. But for many travellers, a common question lingers: is safari in the Serengeti safe? In this guide, we share our firsthand experiences staying in tented camps, explain why animal […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/safari-serengeti-safe/feed/ 0 Safari in Tanzania: 5 Days of Beautiful Wilderness https://charlieontravel.com/tanzania-safari/ https://charlieontravel.com/tanzania-safari/#comments Sun, 24 Aug 2025 16:33:06 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14084 Our 5-day safari through Tanzania felt like stepping into a dream. Tanzania’s northern circuit is home to baobab forests scattered with elephants, Serengeti plains rippling with migrating herds, and misty crater rims where lions prowl in lush grass. We journeyed from the foothills of Arusha through Tarangire’s elephant country, to the boundless Serengeti and the […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/tanzania-safari/feed/ 2 Best Vegetarian and Vegan Food in Cape Town https://charlieontravel.com/vegetarian-cape-town/ https://charlieontravel.com/vegetarian-cape-town/#respond Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:41:57 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=12954 The vegetarian and vegan food scene in Cape Town is blossoming with tasty, exciting and exceptional food available all over the city. As you might expect from a cultured capital city, there’s no shortage of vegetarian and vegan options in the city’s restaurants, despite the traditionally meaty focus of Afrikaner culture. Read on to learn […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/vegetarian-cape-town/feed/ 0 Best Things to Do in Cape Town https://charlieontravel.com/things-to-do-cape-town/ https://charlieontravel.com/things-to-do-cape-town/#respond Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:37:13 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=12955 If you’re looking for adventure, excitement, beauty and knowledge, then you’re in the right place. Breathtaking, sometimes even challenging, there’s so much to do in Cape Town that you won’t ever run out of things to do and places to see. We’ve broken our guide down into four sections: our top recommendations, art and cultural […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/things-to-do-cape-town/feed/ 0 Franschhoek: Wineries, Wine Tram & More https://charlieontravel.com/franschhoek/ https://charlieontravel.com/franschhoek/#respond Tue, 17 Jan 2023 12:00:22 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=12908 South Africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and Franschhoek might well be the most beautiful town in the country. Franschhoek means “French Corner” and was founded by French settlers who planted an array of flourishing vineyards whose wine attracts visitors to this day. This guide will cover the wineries and […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/franschhoek/feed/ 0 Stellenbosch: Wineries, Wine Bars & More https://charlieontravel.com/stellenbosch/ https://charlieontravel.com/stellenbosch/#respond Wed, 11 Jan 2023 12:00:46 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=12903 Stunning mountain ranges, beautiful vineyards, cool glasses of chenin blanc at good prices, warm weather and blue skies — South Africa’s Cape Winelands are unmissable. This guide will introduce you to Stellenbosch, one of the two main visitor hot spots along with the picturesque town of Franschhoek. Stellenbosch is surrounded by flowing vineyards that produce […]

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