Blogs and Travelstories
Here you will find blogs about all the different gems you can visit through us. But also look for travelstories written by our own travellers. Input not to be missed for your big adventure!
Sustainable travel may seem contradictory. Flights harm the planet, and mass tourism can damage culture, nature, and communities. That’s why we focus on making a positive impact. Discover how you can support local economies and travel responsibly in Africa with us!
It could easily be a scene from a Ugandan version of 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘦. Dressed in handmade trousers with an African print, I sit under a mango tree playing the ukulele. Around me, young black girls with short hair and torn dresses watch in awe, trying to mimic my playing on the ukuleles my friend and I donated.
By now it should be clear: we are passionate about Kenya's off the beaten track paths! As avid travelers and residents of Kenya, we are constantly on the lookout for this country's hidden gems. Curious about our favorite off the beaten track experiences in Kenya? Then read on.
"From vast hilly landscapes in Masaai land to the dry desert and hot springs at Magadi, staying with a Masaai family and sleeping in a tent among the wildlife, having breakfast with fresh pancakes in the morning sun and going to bed after a beer by the campfire, it was an unforgettable holiday within a holiday. " - Geraldine & Freek
With only two weeks of vacation and our sights set on a destination "somewhere in Africa," we started looking for a travel company that could help us with that. We wanted to travel sustainably, to travel a lot with locals and preferably to places with few other tourists. Then we came in contact with Charlie's Travels.... - Susan & Wietze, Tanzania
Amazing that you want to start preparing for your trip!
Below you can find your country of destination under the right region where you can find out all you need to know about the visa application process and requirements. You can also find information about the country entrance requirements and other handy facts to fully prepare for your upcoming journey.
– Charlie
Welcome to the breathtaking wilderness of Kenya, where the sun-drenched savannas are bustling with life. Discover the Big Five roaming free, hear the gentle rustle of acacia leaves as curious giraffes stride by, and see colorful birds soaring through the air. In this article, we take you on a journey through Kenya's wildlife, where nature is an immersive spectacle.
Tanzania is an insanely large country. So big, in fact, that this country is one of the largest countries in Africa. You can probably imagine that, with an area of 945,000 square kilometers, there is an immense amount to see and do. In this article, we will tell you all about nature in Tanzania and why you, as a nature lover, should definitely visit this country.