Je pars seul pour le Pérou le 17/10/2012 jusqu'au 10/12/2012 avec air europa !
J'ai donc exactement 53 jours sur place pour découvrir le Pérou et la Bolivie !!! C'est un voyage que je veux faire depuis très longtemps, je ne veux donc pas le gâcher.
C'est pour ça que j'ai besoin de 2 ou 3 tuyaux et conseils (niveau budget et bons plans) pour pouvoir construire au mieux mon séjours dans ces merveilleux pays (j'ai un petit budget malheureusement)😕A titre indicatif je dispose d'environ 1500 euros pour 53 jours. J'avais donc calculer de la sorte:
-Transport (cars tout au long du séjours et 1 aller/retour en avion pour faire LA PAZ - RURRENABAQUE): 400 euros (dont 100euros pour a/r en avion)
soit 300e(car) + 100e(avion)
-Hébergement (ptits hôtels, dortoirs, auberge de jeunesse, camping, et certaines nuits en treks): 250 euros (soit environ 5e/jour environ)
-Extra (visites, musées, sud-lipez et uyuni 4j/3n, trek amazonie à rurrenabaque 5j/4n, macchu pichu 2j/1n, vallée des incas, canyon de colca 3j/2n, titicaca lake, buggy et sand-board à ica, et îles à paracas): 350 euros environ.
Mon calcul vous semble t'il jouable ?
Je compte rester environ 27 jours au pérou et 26 en bolivie. Voilà mon itinéraire prévu pour l'instant:
1er ETAPE perou
LIMA : 2jours
HUANCAYO: 2j
AYACUCHO : 3j
CUZCO et la vallée des rois: 6j
PUNO : 3j
soit 16 jours au perou. (1ere partie)
2eme ETAPE bolivie
COPACABANA : 2j
LA PAZ : 2j
COCHABAMBA : 2j
SUCRE : 3j
TOPOSI : 2j
TUPIZA : 2j
SUD-LIPEZ et SALAR : 4j
UYUNI :1j
LA PAZ : 2j
RURRENABAQUE : 5j
LA PAZ: 1j
Un voyage de 53 jours peut être fantastique et merite plus de details dans la part des transports
Les distances sont importantes et les temps sont sans commune mesure avec ceux que l'on peut connaitre en europe.
Je t'engage donc a detailler ton projet en incluant ces transports (moyens et temps) tu t'apercevras, a mon avis que le timming que tu t'es fixé devra être revu soit a la baisse sur certains points (paracas - ica - potosi-tupiza au prfit d'autres comme cuzco
concernant ton budget, sur cette grille generale, tu pourras mettre des prix en particulier sur ce que tu appelles tes "extras" : salar -rurrenabaque - machu-picchu.....
Il me semble que 350 euros sont justes, d'autant plus que le change n'est pas genial
si tu as besoin d'infos, tu peux me contacter en MP de preference
Les 350 € pour tes extras c'est trop juste tu pourras pas faire toutes visites avec ; 5 € par jour pour l'hébergement me semble un peu juste.
Moi pour 33 jours Pérou/Bolivie j'en ai eu pour environ 800€ mais nous étions 2 donc prix de la chambre divisé par 2 et pas trop de visites payantes à part le MP, Salar et qq musées.....
Bonjour Los Ninos,
Je me trouve actuellement à Nasca et, concernant les prix, je trouve que les taxes qui sont exigées pour visiter les îles Bellestas, la réserve nationale de Paracas, l'accès aux avions à l'aéroport de Nasca pour le survol des lignes, viennent augmenter sensiblement le chapitre "dépenses". Il n'est pas évident d'en évaluer le coût lors de la préparation de son voyage, mais il est incontournable.
Cordialement.
ce que tu dis est vrai, mais cela reste accessoire par rapport aux treks et au salar d'uyuni ainsi que la visite du machu Picchu.... ou bien encore les quelques jours à Rurrenabaque
c'est pour cela qu'il faut detailler le projet et chiffer chaque jour
Pour les iles ballestas et la reserve, tu peux apporter ta pierre au projet de "maximvoyage" en donnant des montants .apparemment, il n'a pas l'intention de faire Nazca
Dans la mesure du possible, prends les bus de nuit (réserver ou acheter à l'avance) pour gagner un jour. Cependant si tu ne dors pas tu risques d être claqué le lendemain.
Prends ton sac de couchage pour te couvrir car dans les bus non chauffés il caille sévère.
Christophe
Un voyage de mille lieux commence toujours par un premier pas. (Lao Tseu)
On pense faire un voyage, mais c'est le voyage qui vous fait.
Je voulez savoir los ninos si vous avez recu mon message je sais pas s'il est parti puisque j'ai eu un petit beug informatique !!!
Sur ce message je vous remerciez déjà d'une part pour les réponses que vous donnez à tous les internautes du forum pour les diverses réponses aux questions aux qu'elles vous répondez à chaque fois !!! c'est vraiment agréable ! voilà 🙂
Sur ce message je vous écrivez mon itinéraire revu et ma préparation en vue !!! cela dis je vais réécrire ce message en étant bref. (mieux si vous avez bien recu l'autre! )🙂 MERCI LOS NINOS 😉
le 17 départ de paris pour lima avec escale à madrid au total 15h30 de voyage ! arrivée le 18 à 05h10 à Lima !!!
itinéraire:
lima 18 19: visite le 18 et le 19 et départ pour le 19 en soirée à ayacucho
budget, 1 nuit + repas + visite rapide de lima+ transport sur place et car de nuit pour ayacucho / 60 euros tt compris
ayacucho 20 21 22: visite et alentours et départ de nuit le 22 pour cuzco
budget, 2 nuits + repas + visite + transport cuzco et sur place / 70 euros tt compris
cuzco 23 24 25: visite ville et alentours 23 24 et départ pour ollantaytambo en bus le 25
budget, 2 nuits + repas +visite + transport ollantaytambo et sur place / 80 euros tt compris
ollantaytambo 25 26: nuit et départ le 26 à pied pour agua calientes (longer les rails - 3h de marche environ selon certains dis)
MP 27: départ à 4h00 de agua calientes à pied pr le MP (journée puis redescendre a agua calientes en ca ou à pied selon fatigue)
budget, journée MP plus peut etre le bus + repas / 70 euros tt compris
agua calientes 27 28: nuit le 27 à agua calientes + entrée aux bains chauds et départ le 28 pour cuzco ( à pied jusqu'à ollantaytambo et en car jusqu'à cuzco )
budget, 1 nuit + repas + sorties + transport car jusqu'à cuzco / 50 euros tt compris
cuzco 28 29 30: visites et alentours , départs le 30 pour puno dans la matinée
budget, 2 nuits + repas +visites + transport jusqu'à puno / 80 euros tt compris
puno 30 01 02 03: nuit à puno le 30 puis départ le 01 pour les îles (je ne sais pas encore quoi) uros taquile ... nuits sur le lac le 01 et 02 et départ le03 pour la paz
budget, 1n à puno + 2n sur les îles + repas + visites + transport bateau et sur place à puno + jusqu'à la paz / 90 euros tt compris
la paz 03 04 05 06:arrivée le 03 , visite villes musées alentours (tiwanaku , sorata ??) et départ le 06 pour sucre en car de nuit
budget , 3nuits + repas + visites+ musées + transport jusqu'à sucre et sur place / 80 euros tt compris
sucre 07 08 09 10: visites villes et alentours et départ pour potosi le 10 dans le journée
budget, 3 nuits + repas + visites + transport jusqu'à potosi / 70 euros tt compris
potosi 10 11 12: visites villes et mines + alentours , départ le 12 de nuit pour tupiza
budget , 2 nuits + repas + visites + excursion mine +transport jusqu'à tupiza et sur place / 60euros tt compris
tupiza 13 14 15: visites et excursion en cheval et départ en 4*4 le 15 pour le sud lipez et le salar d'uyuni
sud lipez et salar uyuni 15 16 17 18: avec une agence de tupiza faire en 4*4 le sud lipez et le salar 4j/3n
Budget, agence / environ 120 euros tt compris
uyuni 18 19: repos et départ le 19 de nuits pour la paz
budget , 1 nuit + repas + transport jusqu'à la paz de nuit / 25 euros tt compris
la paz 20 21: visite le 20 et départ pour rurrenabaque le 21 en avion ( je compte 120 euros a/r pour rurrenabaque)
budget, 1 nuits +repas +transport sur place + aller/retour rurrenabaque / 150 euros (120 pr avion a/r)
rurrenabaque 21 22 23 24 25 26: visite le 21 22 et départ excursion 2n/3j (23 24 25) et départ le 26 pour la paz
budget, 3nuits en dortoir + repas + visites + transport + excursion 3j/2n / 200 euros tt compris
la paz 26 27: tranquille et départ pour aréquipa ( soit de nuit le 26 soit le 27 )
budget, 1 nuits + repas + transport sur place et jusqu'à arequipa / 40 euros tt compris
arequipa 27 28 : visite rapide et départ le 28 pour cabanaconde
budget, 1 nuit + repas + transport jusqu'à cabanaconde et sur place / 30 euros tt compris
cabanaconde 28 29 et 01 canoyon de colca 29 30 01 : nuit à cabanaconde et départ le 29 pour le canyon, nuit en bas du canyon 29 30 et remontée le 01 pour dormir sur cabanaconde ou chivay puis départ jusqu'à aréquipa le 02 et de aréquipa prendre un bus de nuit pour nazca le 02 aussi 🙂.
budget, 2 nuit à canaconde + 2 nuits dans le canyon + repas + visites + transport jusqu'à arequipa puis nazca de nuit / 130 euros tt compris
nazca 03 04 05: visite, alentours... et départ le 04 dans la journée pour ica
budget, 2 nuits + repas + visites transport + bus jusqu'à ica / 60 euros tt compris
ica 05 06 07: visites, musées, alentours, activité buggy + sand-board et départ le 06 pour pisco ou pacaras et les îles ballestas
budget, 2 nuits + repas +visites+ buggy + transport sur place et jusqu'à pisco ou pacaras le 07 / 75euros tt compris
pisco ou pacaras et îles ballestas 07 08 09: visites, excursion sur les îles et départ le 09 pour Lima
budget, 2 nuits +repas + transport bateau et bus + bus jusqu'à lima + excursion / 80 euros tt compris
lima et transfert aéroport 09 10: départ le 10 à 10h30 de l'aéroport de lima pour arriver à paris le 11 à 09h50
Voilà, et comme ça pensez vous que c'est jouable ??? je comptais 1500euros (un peu plus de 28 euros / jour) à la base pour les 53 jours mais apres recalcul j'en suis à 1760 euros (environ 33euros/jour)🤪. je pense que ça devrait aller en vue du programme !!! Sachant que je dors et mange au moindre coût (nuit en dortoir et autres et repas sur marché matin et midi et resto le soir pas cher) je vais essayer de voyager un maximum de nuit pour gagner sur les hotels ! J'ai besoin de tous vos conseils et bons plans pour revoir mon programme et le construire au mieux §
dites moi aussi svp si 33/jour est suffisant pour passer un bon voyage ?
pour l'instant je sais juste que je vais faire le MP, le lac titi caca (uros taquile...), le canyon de colca, le salar et sud lipez, et quelques visites et activités comme les mines de potosi, excursion en cheval à tupiza, visite de tiwanaku, buggy a ica, et vtt à la paz !!! j'espère l'amazonie si le budget me le permet!!!🙁 pour le reste j'attends vos conseils malins 😉
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Hello! 👋
I’m new to this site and feeling a little desperate. 😢 My boyfriend’s birthday is in 4 days, and I wanted to surprise him with a New Year’s trip to London... except I just found out he’s already been there as a kid. Well, there goes my surprise! 😅
Since we both love Christmas and winter, I’m looking for a destination where we can really feel the holiday magic—with a budget of around 500 € for transport + accommodation for two (yes, I know, I might be asking for a Christmas miracle here 😇).
We’ve already been to Bucharest, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest, so I’d love to find something a little more offbeat, not too expensive, and with a beautiful Christmas atmosphere.
Please help me! 🙏 On social media, it’s always the same ultra-touristy cities... I’m sure there are hidden gems I haven’t discovered yet!
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
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!
Hi there,
I'm heading to Morocco for 10 days as a backpacker, with my car and a tent canvas if needed. Does anyone have great experiences in this country around the Tétouan and Tangier areas?
I'd love to spend time with locals, rent a small room, and take part in daily life.
If you've got any addresses to share, that'd be awesome!
Thanks a million for your replies!!!😉
Christine
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)
