Here's your Solo Africa Confidence Kit
Nairobi is so much more than a stopover before safari. Discover the city’s best food, wine, wildlife, culture, nightlife and day trips: including giraffes, lions, hidden forests and the places I genuinely recommend after spending time there.
Most Zanzibar travel guides are written by people who visited for a week and rated everything five stars. After living on the island for 18 months, here is my 5 cents on every major location and activity. From the boat tours actually worth your money to the viral spots you should skip.
“You’re the girl who left Jambiani. Why?” A stranger asked me that 40 mins away, telling no one. My first week in Zanzibar was so terrifying I nearly flew home. I stayed 18 months instead. Beyond generic tips, here’s the raw truth about solo female safety, stalkers, and local tactics.
How much is a 2 week trip to Africa? Real 2026 numbers: budget, mid range and luxury, from park fees to gorilla permits — and what I'd actually pay for each.