Stunning Sipi falls in Elgon National Park, Uganda

Stunning Sipi falls in Elgon National Park, Uganda

Uganda will enthrall you with all its beauty, lure you into exploring beyond what you had perhaps planned. Nothing can possibly prepare you for all the beauty you will encounter – from snow-capped Rwenzori mountains to the placid waters of Lake Bunyoni, the silence of Bwindi national park and the exciting wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Perhaps the most surprising find for me was the gorgeous, multi-tiered Sipi waterfall in Elgon National Park – close to the Kenyan border…

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Best hike in Cape Town: Lion’s Head

Best hike in Cape Town: Lion’s Head

Cape Town is one of the most stunning cities that I have been to. Close to some amazing hiking and national parks, there is plenty to do even for a month long visit. One of my favorite things to do is to go for a sunset hike to Lion’s head. At 2000 ft. + elevation, Lion’s Head has dramatic views overlooking the city of Cape Town. Not a walk in the park But it is definitely not a walk in…

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Visa-free travel for Indians| best countries to visit with an Indian passport

Visa-free travel for Indians| best countries to visit with an Indian passport

If you have an Indian passport and are like me, you probably get anxious by the very thought of having to apply for visas. I frequently come across Indian citizens who want to travel but get discouraged by visa applications. Fortunately, the bilateral relations with a lot of countries have been improving and things are getting better. Moreover, with increasing digitization, e-visa is becoming a common alternative . In this post, I break down some tips and tricks and countries…

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Hiking to Abuna Yemata | The sacred landscape of Tigray

Hiking to Abuna Yemata | The sacred landscape of Tigray

Often known as the birth place of Christianity, Ethiopia has some of the highest concentration of ancient churches. While the monolithic churches of Lalibela have gained mainstream fame and UNESCO protection, there are more than a hundred incredible lesser known rock-hewn churches in the craggy cliffs of Tigray – all at an altitude between 2,000 to 3000 meters. Most of these churches are still active, hold morning masses, and are incredibly difficult to reach. With many of these churches connected…

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Sailing into the heart of an active caldera | Deception Island, Antarctica

Sailing into the heart of an active caldera | Deception Island, Antarctica

Home to the largest cemetery and the largest colony of chinstrap penguins, Deception island defies all stereotypes about Antarctica. Set in South Shetlands, this horse-shoe shaped island is the only volcano where you can sail right into the heart of its caldera, soak your feet at the geothermal beaches, and visit an old whaling station. First discovered in 1820 by the British, this island has always been of geo-political interest to the international community – from the Chilean, Argentinian and…

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