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Called the Everest of Africa, snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, at 19,336 feet above level is Tanzania’s highest peak. It’s summit is very close to Mt. Everest’s base camp’s altitude. It is completely isolated in a land comprising flat plains, where zebras, elephants and other African animals graze.

Mount Kilimanjaro is also known to be the tallest walkable mountain in the world–indeed a great walk. In going up to the summit, one goes through 5 different climactic zones. One should follow the advice of the authorities before climbing up the peak of this mountain, also called the “roof to the world”.

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 On Namibia’s National West Coast Tourist Recreation Area lies Skeleton Coast, a stretch of beach that goes all the way up to the Kunene River at the Namibia-Angola border. Since 1971 Skeleton Coast was protected as the Skeleton National Park. You can only access the southern part of the park if you have a permit, while the northern part can only be visited through a private safari company. Skeleton Coast is the world’s largest ship graveyard. Due to the violent surf, wild storms, and dense fog in the area, many ships usually crash along the coastline. Those who managed to survive the shipwreck and swim through the violent waves to reach the coast still never survived because of the hostile, lifeless 300-km wide desert.

Gorillas are sure to be plenty in the area of Africa but while you would want to track them down, most probably you will see a few of them as there are about only 600 mountain gorillas left in the world.

They are believed to have originated from Africa and while you are there, you can visit their place of origin and see them up close. It may be a strenuous activity but just think of the adventure and how many times in your life you can partake in such a different type of an activity while on tour.

Now that you have seen the land based animals, Africa has its share of the swampy waters and to see them, you can take a canoe to Zambezi and get a close look at the crocodiles and hippos lurking near the waters of African soil.

Seen more of as a canoeing and camping trip, it is similar to roughing it with the natural beauty and beasts around to make the scene perfect. Don’t worry though as you are sure to be in the safe hands of the guides who will make sure you get the time of your life in this part of Africa.

If you think you cannot buy anything worth your while in Africa such as souvenirs and memorabilias, guess again. With the various African bazaars that are bound to be on hand, you will get your chance to see what you can take home.

They may not be in the line of the expensive stuff you get from other countries but just note that Africa has not been known to boast much of its products. Rather, their own hard work and local talent can bring you various goods ranging from food all the way to flip flops.

Who said that Africa was all jungles and safari? While those things continue to be one of the most popular and most beautiful tourist destinations in the world, Africa also has other treasures in store for the travel hungry person – one of which is Djenne, in Mali.

Djenne is primarily known for its large mosque, which is not really famed due its size, but because of the material it was made with. The Djenne mosque is the largest mud-built structure in the whole world and is considered a World Heritage site. Visit Djenne and see not only the mosque, but also the madrassas – Qu’iran school for young children – which bespeak of the towns history as a former centre of Muslim scholarship and learning. You can also enjoy the Monday market, which has changed little from ancient times.

The isolated islands that make up the Seychelles makes it one of the cleanest areas in Africa. A far cry from the torrid and dessert landscapes of the continent, these tropical islands offer clear blue waters that are as clean as they get. The islands is host to some of the best nature can offer, above and below the waves. on land, enjoy some 70 indigenous species of plants that can be found nowhere else on earth. Underwater, one can enjoy unspoiled wonders in the many fish and coral species that still live in the cool blue waters off shore. The island of Mahe, has 70 beaches filled with lush vegetation and powdery white sand. Enjoy coconuts that are the biggest in the world and cinnamon plantations for a true scent of the culinary spice. Want to travel at your own pace, hire a yacht or boat and take all the sights and sounds in stride as you enjoy the unspoiled wonders of the Seychelles.

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November to March is practically a hot season in Madagascar’s west and southwest side. And traveling around can be a difficult task to undertake. Most especially if you travel by a taxi brousse or bush taxi. On the other hand, in the winter season, you can expect a much more pleasant experience. It natural has cooler temperatures and blue skies. But it has usually does not rain. While on the east and northeast side you can expect rain to fall and overcast skies. It is very dangerous to travel by boat in July up to September. On the other side, Ifaty is a quiet coastal village where you can enjoy the relaxed tropical ambiance. Coral reefs abound the coast with sandy white beaches, perfect for that getaway.

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One of the best destinations for adventure travel is what Africa is known for. And what can be more adventurous than trekking up the world’s tallest free standing mountain and Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Kilimanjaro stands at 19,340 feet or 5896m and it will usually take you a staggering 6 days to trek. The exciting thing about this mountain is that climbing might look so easy to do but when your there starting the journey, it is only those who are fit and determined can really make it to the top. Although no special climbing equipment or expertise is needed, almost 75 attempts to the top fail because people think its easy to do the climbing with just shorts, t-shirt and a couple of beers in hand. So for the adventurous spirit, visit Kilimanjaro.

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The Masai Mara National Reserve is Kenya’s best wildlife park. It was established in 1961 primarily, to protect wildlife from hunters, as illegal poaching took its toll in the region. Tourists come to Kenya to visit Masai Mara. Its beauty and abundant wildlife has continued to awestruck the visitors looking for the ultimate wildlife experience. The Masai Mara is located in Southwestern Kenya, on Tanzanian border. The wildlife reserve is in the Rift Valley with Tanzania’s Serengeti Plains running along its southern end. The Mara River runs through the reserve, the perfect spot for a number of hippopotamus and crocodiles. It naturally hosts the annual migration of over a million wild beasts and zebras. Masai Mara is made up of grasslands primarily because of abundant rainfall every year between Novemeber and June.