If you are looking for history and culture in Africa – head for Ethiopia. This former Italian colony boasts 12 and 13th Century Rock Chuches, Royal Castles of Gondar, ancient cultural ceremonies along with spectacular scenery in the Simien Mountains and the Bale National Park. Wildlife lovers will enjoy the Simien Fox, Gelada Baboons and abundant colourful birdlife. The highlight will however be the warmly welcoming local people. The coffee and icecream will surprise and delight. Join Sue Verrall on our Highlands and Highlights of Ethiopia tour in April and May 2020.
West Africa is not about viewing game – West Africa is the place for for history, art, culture, people, vibrancy and music. Journey to Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo and Ghana and immerse yourself in unique cultures that remain unchanged after centuries. Enjoy the incredible warmth and exuberance of the local people and witness a masked dance at a Dogon village or visit the fascinating Betamaribe tribe from the remote mountains of northern Benin. Voodoo Culture, Music Festivals, mysterious dance ceremonies and a town called Timbuktu – this is West Africa!
Experiences in this area
West African Archipelago Expedition – Cape Verde & Bissagos Island Cruise
Departure Dates 11 departures between Nov 2023 and Jan 2025 Special offers Expedition exclusive cost savings and rare opportunities. * Certain offers may not be combinable, up to two savings opportunities except where noted otherwise Solo travellers: Pay no single … Continue reading
Ethiopia in Depth
Dive deep into incredible culture and history In the northeast of Ethiopia is the little-visited Tigrai region. Over the centuries, churches of differing sizes and architectural styles were carved into cliff faces and rocky outcrops, many still in use today. … Continue reading
Senegal and The Gambia
Why book this trip? Discover tropical Anglo-influenced Gambia and exotic Francophile Senegal, and compare the colonial imprints in this beautiful region on this West African adventure. Walk through slow-paced French colonial towns, see prolific birdlife and explore some of the … Continue reading
Benin and Togo Voodoo Discovery
Why book this trip? This diverse trip through Benin and Togo is an opportunity to understand tribal cultures directly from a village Chief, discover the varied landscapes and learn about the controversial French colonisation and slave trade history. Voodoo – A … Continue reading
Discover Sudan
Travel through the scenic Nile Valley and into the desert on this trip to discover Sudan, home to some of the friendliest people on the planet. Explore well-preserved sandstone temples, pharaonic and the pyramids of the Royal Necropolis of Meroe. … Continue reading
The Ivory Coast
Why book this trip? After years of isolation, Ivory Coast is finally opening up to travellers and on this trip we will be exploring remote villages; untouched by the western world where the spirit gods and ancestral traditions are king. … Continue reading
Incredible Ethiopia
Explore Ethiopia, the ‘cradle of humanity’. Travel to Ethiopia and discover a beautiful country, barely touched by modern society. It’s an incredible combination of history, tradition, culture and nature. From 3 million-year-old fossilised hominid remains in Addis Ababa to the … Continue reading
