Helen, Author at Helen in Wonderlust

Staying at The Stanley Safari Lodge in Livingstone, Zambia

Livingstone, Zambia is one of my favourite places in the whole of Africa, not only because of the wonderful Zambian…

My friend Matthew Kepnes, or as most of you will know him Nomadic Matt, has just released his first memoir,…

I absolutely love taking the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry and have taken it many times! More than I…

Kenya is an incredible and diverse country, perfect for an introduction to African travel. Kenya is one of those countries…

For those of you who have been on safari with me, you’ll know that my sundowner drink of choice is…

Here are some of my favourite places to buy my festival wear including clothing, makeup, and accessories!

Travelling in Sierra Leone (or as the locals call it, ‘Salone’) was an amazing experience. But what I found when…

“You’re going to Sierra Leone? Why you going there? They kill people there!” These were the exact words the lady…

Tanzania is the ultimate safari destination. And a safari in the Serengeti National Park (Tanzania’s first and most famous national…

I’ve been travelling in Africa for the last 10 years. Africa travel is my absolute passion, I live and breathe…

Solo travel in Africa is an incredibly rewarding and awesome experience, but it’s always a bit daunting when you are…

How much to tip when you are climbing Kilimanjaro always seems to be something people are unsure about. The more…

You may be wondering how to travel around Tanzania? Is there local transport? Is it easy to get around? Do…

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, which has an altitude of 5,895 m (19,341 ft) above sea level, is the most challenging…

Planning your Namibia itinerary? Well, you’re in for an incredible adventure! I’ve been to Namibia a few times NOW and…

The towns of Livingstone in Zambia and Vic Falls in Zimbabwe sit on either side of the world-famous Victoria Falls….