Africa

Endless savannas, golden dunes and coastlines that glow at sunset. Africa is rhythm, color and warm hospitality, with markets, music and wildlife that stay with you long after you fly home.

19Local Friends
60Countries
11Cities with Local Friends

Kenya

2 Local Gurus · 4 Local Friends

Wide skies over open plains, a warm Indian Ocean shore and cool green highlands, under a climate that runs from tropical to arid.

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Nairobi (6)

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Egypt

1 Local Guru · 3 Local Friends

Busy lanes, ancient stone and river light, all under a hot, dry desert climate with mild winters and a wetter Mediterranean coast.

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Nigeria

0 Local Gurus · 3 Local Friends

Long tables, loud conversation and evenings that stretch late, under a warm tropical climate that turns drier and hotter toward the north.

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Uganda

0 Local Gurus · 2 Local Friends

Busy craft markets, lake towns and green forest trails, under a warm tropical climate that altitude keeps mild in the highlands.

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Kampala (2)

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Cameroon

0 Local Gurus · 1 Local Friend

Layered history, busy markets and green highlands, with steamy rainforest in the south and hot, semi-arid savanna in the north.

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Yaoundé (1)

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Morocco

0 Local Gurus · 1 Local Friend

Walled old cities, mountain passes and sunlit desert dunes, with a mild Mediterranean north and a hot, dry south.

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Casablanca (1)

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Senegal

0 Local Gurus · 1 Local Friend

Drums, shared pots and neighbours who gather at any hour, under a hot tropical climate with a drier north and a rainy season.

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Dakar (1)

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South Africa

0 Local Gurus · 1 Local Friend

Big skies, wild coastlines and warm conversations in many languages, under sunny, mostly dry weather with a Mediterranean southwest.

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Cape Town (1)

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Latest Tips & Traps in Africa

Fresh advice from Local Friends and travelers: what to do in Africa, and what to avoid.

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Art & Culture

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Iperu, Nigeria

I live in a very beautiful and clean city. There are many tall buildings and wide roads here. Lots of green trees and pretty plants grow all around the streets. My city has many good schools and big hospitals. There are busy markets and nice shops to buy things. We have lovely parks and playgrounds to play…

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Art & Culture

my city tips

Idimu, Nigeria

I live in a very beautiful and clean city.

There are many tall buildings and wide roads here. Lots of green trees and pretty plants grow all around the streets.

My city has many good schools and big hospitals.

There are busy markets and nice shops to buy things.

We have lovely parks and playgrounds to play outside.

People…

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Land of Liberty

Monrovia, Liberia

I loved shopping in waterside market in Monrovia, Liberia. It was a great experience I got to see different ways business owners attract customers.

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Sport & Outdoors

Table Mountain

Cape Town, South Africa

Visit popular attractions like Table Mountain early in the morning to avoid long queues and enjoy clearer views.

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Miscellaneous

Table Mountain

Cape Town, South Africa

Don't underestimate Cape Town's weather. It can change quickly, so always carry a light jacket, even on sunny days.

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Sport & Outdoors

Uganda the Pearl of Africa

Kampala, Uganda

Uganda isn’t the kind of place that tries to impress you loudly it pulls you in slowly, then refuses to let go. They call it the “Pearl of Africa,” and once you see it, that name stops sounding like a cliché. The land is endlessly green soft rolling hills that stretch like waves, banana plantations glowing in the sun…

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Cairo

10th of Ramadan, Egypt

I had great time visiting the pyramid of giza. Its a definitely a must see

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Cairo trap

Cairo, Egypt

The Airport Taxi Trap! Taking a random taxi from outside the terminal without a pre-negotiated or fixed price often leads to a stressful argument about the fare at the end of your ride. Avoid the drama and secure a smooth start by arranging your ride with a trusted local before you land.

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Tip for traveling to Cairo

Cairo, Egypt

Egyptians are incredibly welcoming, but navigating the cities can feel overwhelming at first. My best advice? Don't worry about the chaos—just walk with a trusted local friend who knows the culture, the shortcuts, and how to get you the best prices without the tourist tax!

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Eat & Drink