Bonjour, je part dans le coin du 18 mars pour la thailande et je me demandais si quelqu'un peu me donner des trucs pour sauver des sous. À combien dois-je m'attendre à depenser à argent canadien environ. Je pars pour 2 mois et je souhaite faire le tour du pays.
500 bath equivaut a 15.67$ ce qui est pas mal...moi jsuis resté la un mois e demi et je mne suis bien tiré avec 500 bath environ desfois moins, desfois plus avec les excursions et voyagement...
moi je peux pas trop te dire car cela depend de ce tu veux faire ici je peux te donner mon experience personel, je crois que 13 € part c'est le minimum si tu vit a l'hotel ( 1O en hotel + 3 en bouffe ), cela depans aussi ou tu vas, si tu vas dans l'issan, pres de khorat, ou dans c'est coin la, tu peux trouver des hotel a 15O b voir 1OO bhat, sinon c'est plutot 5OO ( 1O € pour simplifier
si tu vas phuket je attend toi a 3O ;€ par jour, sa depend si t'est depensier ou radin (plutot econome que radin je dirait )comme moi, un conseil evite les p'tit echoppe de rue qui vende des brochette et tout, car j'ai calculer meme si cela parrait peux cher, 2O bhat la p'tit brochette rikiki ca fait presque 5O c d'euro l'uniter au debut je penser faire une bonne affaire puis j'ai remarquer que c'etait cher pour ce que c'est, et faut bien a manger 15 brochette pour etre rempli ( tu peux teste c'est tres bon si sa reste exeptionelle ), , donc fait le calcule 15 X 5o C € sa fait du 7 € pour se nourrir, c'est par rentable de se nourrir de ca, vaut mieux aller dans les p'tit resto ou tu peux te remplir pour 25 ou 3o bhat, ta un bonne assiete de riz avec viande, ou un bon gros bol de soupe pour 5O c 6O c, moi c'est que je fait .etant au rmi (ou en france je depense meme pas 2 €par jour ), je fait super gaffe . sinon le truc sympa qui remplie bien c'est le restau genre suki shabu, , pour environ 6 € t'est remplie ( si tu trouve des amis partage les frait c'est moins cher )mais faut pas aller tout les genre si tu veux pas etre ruiner, le mac do est bien moins cher qu'en france, 2 € les plus gros hamburger et 5O c Euro les plus petit lol ) le cinema c'est 1OO b / 2 € et j'avoue que les film thai sont vraiment comique ^^ meme si je comprend pas grand chose (oublie pas un pull car il gele dans les cinema climatisation souvent tres forte )
en faite ici tu peux vivre pas cher (j'appele ca le mode cafard ) ou bien vivre sans depenser et la attend toi a depense bien plus qu'en france, ici ya pas de 'lidl et d'aldi, les supermarché sont cher par rapport a la france contrairement a ce que les autre peuvent dire, exemple tout bete, les petit dejeuner genre cereale genre keloogs .. ect j'ai haliciner sur le prix du paquet ! + de 2OO bhat soit 4 € environ .. je pense meme qu'en france c'est moins cher !
le coca cola est moins cher quand france 8O c les 2 litre par contre, mais contrairement a la france ya pas les sous marque moins cher ( ou alord j'ai pas vu ) donc t'est obliger de te tapper le cola coke, ( en france je prend que les lidl a 35 c lol ) si ta soif (est tu aurat souvent soif car il fait chaud ici ) achete les grande bouteille puis rempli des petite ( sa te fait du 5 bhat la bouteille plutot que 1O bhat ) prend pas les 1.25 l mais seulement les 2 litre ! lol bien moins cher !
sinon prend les bus c'est pas cher, (1OO KM pour 1.8O € ) tu te ruinera pas, mois personnelement j'ai louer un apart a 5OOO bhat (mais ya des apart a 3OOO (6O € ) le mois, ) et je me deplace en bus dans les alentours et je revient chaque soir chez moi,
bien sur tu peux faire comme moi si tu dispose d'enormement de temps ( je reste 7 mois en asie )
si tu vient que 15 jour tu pourra que rester a l'hotel cher tout les jours, car tu n'aurais pas le temps de voyager .
moi je le fait par souci d'economie car j'ai le temps de faire 6 heure de bus par jour .
evite les touk touk c'est de l'arnaque c'est aussi cher 2 km que 1OO km en bus ! si tu reste dans la meme ville comme moi, peut etre un jour tu pourra avoir le touk touk gratuit comme moi, a force de dire non tout les jours en thai, le touk touk du coin me le fait gratuit, il as compris que j'etait faucher lol .voila je dirait a titre personnelle que te peux vivre avec 3OO € par mois ici,
mais en fesant attention et en voyagant 1 a 2 fois par semaines, si tu aime les endroit sympa sans trop de people, je te conseille kachanaburi, pour les chute d'eau, ayutaha l'ancienne capital, ratchaburi pour son marché, , si tu veux seulement t'amuser et pas regarde la depense rajoute 7OO €, mais si tu as locasion de rester au meme endroit et de parler avec les gens en thai, tu decouvrira une autre thailande que celle des carte postale,
un rmiste faucher en voyage ^^
Petite question pour toi Marie, avec 500 bat par jour, le dodo en dortoirs j'imagine, tu avais ton sac (ou drap) de couchage, là? Je sais c'est con comme question mais les gens ont l'air de dire qu'on n'en a pas besoin et moi partout dans le monde ou j'ai voyagé, pour les dortoirs ou les pensions cheap, j'avais besoin d'un sac de couchage, alors...
Je pars ultra léger et si j'en ai pas besoin, j'évite.
je pense qu'il serait peut être plus décent d'éviter de mentionner que tu es Rmiste. et que tu restes 7 mois en Asie 😉
(bon ça c'est dit), et ça n'engage que moi !
Tu dis ne pas dépenser + de 2 € par jour en France, mais tu dépenses ces mêmes 2€ en Thaïlande pour voir un film dont tu ne comprends rien...pour le coup, là c'est moi qui ne comprend plus !...mais bon, passons.
Coca, corne flaskes, Mac do... oups ...parlons nous de la Thailande !!!
Quoi qu'il en soit, merci pour ton conseil sur l'achat des grosses bouteilles d'eau.
L'eau est en effet la seule boisson qui désaltère et qui est indispensable à l'organisme surtout sous ces climats.
le coca et autre soda ne sont que du sucre, ça ne t'hydrate pas et ça coute + cher.
Cherche coéquipière pour partager bout de brousse ou itinéraire complet pour le Sud de la Thailande-Malaisie-Indonesie vers avril/mai 2012 - ne veux pas de marathon touristique et ne recherche pas le luxe - agence s'abstenir
si tu reste dans la meme ville comme moi, peut etre un jour tu pourra avoir le touk touk gratuit comme moi, a force de dire non tout les jours en thai, le touk touk du coin me le fait gratuit, il as compris que j'etait faucher lol
🙂Je comprends à présent qu'il y a beaucoup de gueux français en Thaïlande...
Faudrait envoyer une carte postale à l'administration de votre ville et les remercier, remercier tous les contribuables qui sponsorisent votre voyage!
C'est très facile de critiquer la France, mais sans elle...vous ne passeriez pas la dolce vita à la gueux aux tropiques!
je connais assez bien la thaïland....
quel est votre budget réel, et quels sont les villes ou vous souhaitez passer des sejours ...dites moi approximativement combien de jours sur chaque villes ou provinces du nod au sud..
et là, a qq mille baths pres, je peux vous dire si votre budjet est réaliste ou non !
bye cousin !😏
Je devrais rester environ 3-4 jrs bangkok, puis 3-4jrs près de nam tok, meme chose pour sukhotai, 10 à 15 jrs pres de chiang mai ( je veux faire quelque treck et relaxer dans la nature, aller voir les réserves fauniques étant un maniac de la nature au quebec ), puis descendre le long du mekong à pied, bus et bateau pour finir avec le sud-ouest en bas de bangkok et le sud-est 2 sem.
p.s j'aimerais savoir si c'est mieux pour moi de commncer par le sud vu que je pars du 22 mars au 22 mai.
p.p.s quelqu'un connait t'il le sawasdee kruthep inn a bangkok
je pense que 100milles baths devraient couvrir tout ton sejour avec des rooms de 350 bths maxi
puis 200batspour une nourriture assez bonne et fraiche pour la journée ...les transports public sont bon marche, cela ne plombera pas ton bubget.."attention aux filles et a l'alcool seul risque pour perdre ton bubget en 1mois et qq jours...soi cool mais reste sobre..
reste vigilent car bcp de touriste à bkk ont ete détrousses ses dernieres années.le nord est agreable et surtout l'est ...
la thailande est une destination agréable ..
bonne chance !! boit une singha beer pour moi !! la meilleur de thailand...
cordialement
karim
pour une carte postal adress : karimDEFLAOUI
"ecole Veuclin"
27250 RUGLES france - EUROP
merci d'avance pour la carte postale !!! avec plaisir
bye 😏
On est deux potes et on part aussi en Thailande dans la meme période (du 10 mars au 10 avril) et le but du jeux c'est de visiter cette formidable destination tout en rencontrant des personnes de différents horizons afin de s'ouvrir encore plus l'esprit. Pour se faire, on a decidé de prendre un numéro Thai pour rester joignable. Si tu veux eventuellement faire un bout de chemin avec nous, t'es le bienvenu et si ça te dit, dés qu'on a notre numero thai, on te l'envoi par mail😉
Raf
"On ne va jamais aussi loin que lorsqu'on ne sait pas où l'on va." (Christophe Colomb)
On est deux potes et on part aussi en Thailande dans la meme période (du 10 mars au 10 avril) et le but du jeux c'est de visiter cette formidable destination tout en rencontrant des personnes de différents horizons afin de s'ouvrir encore plus l'esprit. Pour se faire, on a decidé de prendre un numéro Thai pour rester joignable. Si tu veux eventuellement faire un bout de chemin avec nous, t'es le bienvenu et si ça te dit, dés qu'on a notre numero thai, on te l'envoi par mail😉
Raf
ça serait cool que fassiez un petit topo sur vos impressions et bons plans à votre retour.
Moi je partirai un peu plus tard, pour j'espère un mois ou deux. Histoire de souffler (mais à petit budget)
c'est honteu de dire que tu va en vacances en thailande avec l'argent de l'état nous on part en thailande avec l'argent que nous avons economisé pendant des annees pour pouvoir nous payer notre voyage de reve c'est honteu
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Bonjour,
Je pars une 10 jours au Maroc façon routard avec ma voiture une toile de tente si nécessaire. auriez vous de belles expériences de ce pays dans la région de Tétouan, Tanger
j'aimerai passer du temps chez l'habitant louer une petite chambre participer à la vie local .
Si vous auriez quelques adresses à me communiquer😏
Mille merci pour vos réponse!!!😉
christine
Three years after exploring northern Argentina and Chile, my two travel buddies and I want to discover the southern part of these two countries.
We’re traveling on a budget, backpacker-style, favoring public transport and modest accommodations, but we don’t hesitate to splurge a little when it’s worth it.
The classic spots that have been fueling our dreams: Bariloche, the lakes, Chiloé, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Fitz Roy, Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, and wrapping up in Valparaíso.
We’ll take a round-trip flight to Santiago, then I’m thinking of a one-way flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas. From there, we’ll explore and do several day hikes in the south, including Ushuaia and, if possible, Tierra del Fuego.
Then we’ll head back north by bus to Bariloche and the lakes, followed by Chiloé, then a bus to Santiago and Valparaíso.
Based on your experience, could you help me figure out the best way to structure this trip and maybe suggest some ideas?
Thanks in advance.
Didier
Hello ! 👋
Je suis nouvelle sur ce site et je suis un peu désespérée. 😭 Dans 4 jours, c'est l'anniversaire de mon copain et je voulais lui offrir un voyage pour le Nouvel An à Londres... Sauf que j'ai appris qu'il y est déjà allé quand il était petit. Bon, mon effet de surprise est tombé à l'eau. 😂
Comme on adore Noël et l'hiver, je cherche une destination où on ressent vraiment la magie des fêtes, avec un budget d'environ 500 € pour le transport + le logement pour deux (oui, je sais, je demande peut-être un miracle de Noël ).
On a déjà fait Bucarest, Prague, Vienne et Budapest, donc j'aimerais trouver une destination un peu plus atypique, pas hors de prix, et avec une belle ambiance de Noël.
S'il vous plaît, aidez-moi ! 🙏 Sur les réseaux, on ne parle toujours que des mêmes villes ultra-touristiques... Je suis sûre qu'il existe des petites pépites que je ne connais pas encore !
I’m heading to Quebec and New Brunswick this summer and got a Revolut Classic card for the trip. I’ve already exchanged some Canadian dollars in the app so I’ll have a reserve ready for my departure day. My question is whether I’ll incur any additional fees when using my Canadian dollar account. I think I’m limited to 200 € in ATM withdrawals for my part. Thanks!
My boyfriend and I are going there for just 9 days, including the two travel days… It’s not much, but oh well!
Looking at prices online, I get the impression everything’s more expensive than I thought 😅 So, I wanted to get your feedback on a few things:
* Is hitchhiking common, easy, and generally safe in Albania?
* Is it possible to find day-to-day accommodations without booking ahead? If so, are they usually cheaper than the ones you find online?
* Is wild camping allowed or at least tolerated?
If any of you have traveled there recently, I’d love all the tips and great deals you’ve got!
Hi,
We’re a young couple planning to travel to South Africa after spending about three weeks in Namibia. We’ll arrive in Cape Town around mid-December, with no fixed travel duration (though our budget will eventually set a limit).
After browsing through the forum, we’ve realized the country is packed with incredible spots, which makes choosing an itinerary tough. We’re looking for stunning landscapes, hikes, and so on. So, we’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
When we arrive in Cape Town, we’d like to settle in and take it easy until New Year’s, exploring at a relaxed pace. We know this period coincides with South African holidays—does that make finding accommodations (availability/prices) more difficult? Do you think it’s possible to stay in a nice place for about 15 days without aiming for the most upscale neighborhoods? Maybe somewhere a bit outside Cape Town, like Fish Hoek, and just visit the city occasionally.
After that, we’ll have plenty of time (about 2 to 2.5 months) to explore the country. We’d like to take our time. In your opinion, is it better to focus on the Cape Town region, or is it reasonable to consider more distant areas like the Drakensberg or Blyde River Canyon? Can everything be done by car if we take our time, or are domestic flights sometimes more practical?
Budget-wise, how much do car rentals cost? For accommodations, we usually look at Airbnb—are they affordable in South Africa? What’s the average nightly rate outside the biggest cities? Are there other platforms you’d recommend for saving on lodging?
Finally, regarding safety, are there any regions to avoid besides Johannesburg?
We know this is a lot of questions, but we’re still in the early planning stages!
Thanks in advance for your advice!
Hi there,
After exploring southern Peru in 2024 with your help, we’d love to head north next. There’ll be 5 or 6 of us:
1. Arrive in Lima in the evening.
2. Visit Lima and take a flight at 6:35 PM to Tarapoto.
3, 4, 5. Spend a few days there to trek in a reserve (Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve) or somewhere else.
6. From Tarapoto to Chachapoyas—either by overnight bus, daytime bus, or private car.
7. In Chachapoyas: Gocta Waterfall, Sonche Canyon, and walk back to town.
8. Head to Kuelap citadel, Revash, and arrive in Leymebamba.
9. Leymebamba museum, then route to Cajamarca.
10. Cajamarca hot springs, overnight bus to Trujillo or Chiclayo—or do both.
11, 12, 13. Visit and explore the area.
14. Overnight bus back to Lima.
15. Lima.
16. Depart at 8 PM for France.
What do you think of this itinerary? Looking forward to your advice.
Thanks
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks:
• What clothes are absolutely essential?
• Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light?
• Which accessories have been the most useful for you?
• Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
Hi there, we’re heading to the Cyclades from June 23 to July 9. We’ll arrive in Santorini and leave from Mykonos. We’re thinking of visiting these islands: Folegandros, Milos, Sifnos, Tinos, and Mykonos. Do you think it’s better to book the ferries now (which site do you recommend for booking?) or can we buy the tickets on the spot? Also, do you have any suggestions for accommodation under 100 €/night on each of these islands? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone!
I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal)
Tanzania: 3-day safari
Zanzibar: 6 days
Istanbul: 7 days
Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket?
Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)?
Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days?
Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Hi,
Are there still basic, traditional, and affordable authentic accommodations in Poland? I’ll be traveling in July with my husband and our 2 kids along the Warsaw-Łódź-Toruń-Gdańsk route, and all I can find online are standardized Ikea-style apartments in the cities. When I look for agrotourism, it’s all luxury farms.
Can you find farms in the countryside or city lodgings for under 60 euros per night? And if so, how?
Is it possible to find accommodations on the spot without internet—like from people who put up signs—even in July?
Hi,
I need to stay in Paris or Créteil for 2 nights a week for a month. I know some cheap backpacker options, but I’d like something even cheaper. Do you know of any rooms for rent from private individuals?
Thanks
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit?
* Which cities or villages are really worth the detour?
* What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend?
* Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches?
* Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles?
* What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget?
* What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend?
* What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost?
* Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against?
* Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down?
* Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money?
* Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss?
* Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money?
* What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
Hi there, we’re planning a road trip in northern Algeria at the end of January – early February.
Anyone have any tips for a car rental agency that’s both reliable and not too expensive? Thanks in advance!
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north.
We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there.
Chiclayo
Chachapoyas
Kuelap
Leimebamba
Cajamarca
Trujillo
And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time.
Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing.
My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite.
What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th?
Thanks in advance
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Hi there,
Could you recommend some nice and affordable neighborhoods to book a hotel in for visiting Nice and exploring its surroundings and nearby villages?
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November.
I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island.
I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉
Maybe other buses go where I want to go.
By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part:
I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc.
On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think?
Does the price seem reasonable?
And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies.
I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on.
All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories!
Thanks in advance, everyone!
Isabelle
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for 2 adults and 2 kids to Tanzania and Zanzibar. I’ve had a quick look, and the prices are starting to get pretty wild.
We’ve got a budget of 8,000 €, and I was thinking of doing three or four days of safari and three or four days in Zanzibar, but even that seems like it might be over budget. Have you got any thoughts? I was also considering heading straight to Zanzibar and doing a one- or two-day excursion by plane instead—maybe that’d be cheaper than staying in a lodge.
Anyway, thanks for sharing your experiences and any price tips, departing from Nice!
Good evening,
As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November.
Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle.
So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable.
The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide.
Thanks in advance for all your replies.
Jacques
We’ll be in Srinagar for 4 days in mid-May 2026 during our backpacking trip as a couple. Do you have any nice places to recommend, and what about the houseboats on Dal Lake? Should we spend all our nights there, or just one night for practicality when getting around?
Thanks,
Rozenn
Hi there,
This is my first time traveling to Italy, and I’m planning to go by car.
From what I’ve read, parking is tough in cities like Florence.
I’m looking for a small town not too far from Florence where I can stay and park my car, then take the train to visit Florence.
Any ideas or suggestions?
Thanks in advance
Hi there, it’s been a long time since I last went to London. I’d love to spend a week there in July with my daughter and my niece (both young adults).
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...).
Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading to Morocco for a trip in the south, starting with 3 days in Marrakech (from January 8th to 11th, 2026).
If you’ve got any tips, cool spots to recommend, I’m all ears! 🎊
And, fellow traveler, if you’d like to share this Marrakech adventure together, I’d love that!
Have a great evening
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Peru and have estimated how many days I’ll spend in each place.
Any advice on must-see sights and tourist traps to avoid?
September–October
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey)
3 days in Paracas (beach)
