Africa Blog Posts
Nyiragongo Volcano Trek – climbing to the largest lava lake in the world
Table of ContentsNyiragongo Trek Quick Facts Location: Virunga National Park Days Needed: 1 Estimated Cost: $400 USD Value: 200% Worth it! One of my top travel experiences I've ever had. Why you should visit the Congo?What if I told you the coolest...
Couchsurfing Host in the Democratic Republic of Congo
My favorite part about backpacking is meeting new people and learning their stories. "Local Lingo" is a part of my site that interviews individuals from all over the world who have made an impact on me. Not everyone gets the chance to interact with locals while they...
Congo Gorilla Trekking – Backpacker’s Guide to Gorilla Tours
Before I left on my backpacking trip to Africa, I promised my mother that I would not visit the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), since the Congo is known for political instability, corruption, and violence. Well – sorry mom - looks like I broke that promise....