The Best Time to Visit Zanzibar
When planning a trip to Zanzibar, one of the first and most important things you need to think about, is the best time to go.
31 East African Foods You HAVE to Try
One of the best ways to experience the local culture of any country is to try the local food (and…
Highlights of the Rock My Kenya & Tanzania Adventure (February 2022)
How do I even begin to explain how amazing this trip was? This tour meant so much to me as…
The Best Hostels, Guesthouses & Campsites in Tanzania
Looking for the best hostels, guesthouses and camps in Tanzania? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here are my…
What to Wear in Zanzibar & Other Cultural Considerations
There’s been a lot of talk on social media recently, mostly from Zanzibar locals who are upset with the way…
Backpacking Zanzibar on a Budget: Everything You Need to Know
I’ve been backpacking Zanzibar on a budget many times over the last 11 years. It’s one of my favourite places…
The Best Things to Do in Stone Town, Zanzibar
Let’s start with a little bit of history (if you’re just here for the best things to do in Stone…
English to Swahili: Useful Words & Phrases for Travel in East Africa
If you’re travelling in East Africa, Swahili is a useful language to know, so I have written an English to…
How to Get Your Tanzania Visa & Entry Requirements Explained
Most nationalities need a visa to enter Tanzania. Your Tanzania visa also includes entry to the islands of Zanzibar. Many…
How Much Does it Cost to Travel in Tanzania? How to Budget for Your Trip
Whenever anyone asks me what my favourite African country is, I usually say Tanzania. Whilst I love pretty much every…
A Guide to Taking the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar Ferry
I absolutely love taking the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry and have taken it many times! More than I…
How to Get Around Tanzania By Local Transport
You may be wondering how to travel around Tanzania? Is there local transport? Is it easy to get around? Do…
The Ultimate Africa Packing List (Plus FREE Printable Checklist)
Deciding what to pack for Africa, especially if you’re travelling long term, covering multiple countries with different dress codes, cultural…
An Awesome Tanzania Itinerary (Plus Map, Tips & Things To Do)
If you’re looking for an epic Tanzania itinerary, then you’ve come to the right place. I LOVE Tanzania. For me,…
Cost of a Yellow Fever Vaccine & Do I Need One to Travel to Africa?
If you’re travelling to Africa, you may be required to get vaccinated against Yellow Fever, which is a disease that…
Highlights of the Rock My Tanzania & Zanzibar Adventure – February 2018
In 2016, taking all my knowledge and passion for Africa travel, I created Rock My Adventure, a company that specialises in…