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Photo journal: Highlights from my first South African safari

18 December 2017

Last Updated on 22 October 2021

Our 5 unbelievable days on safari in Kruger National Park & Sabi Sands Private Reserve have left me with a lifetime of amazing animal memories (and several thousand photos that took a ridiculous amount of time to sort through). Maybe we got extremely lucky to see as much as we did or maybe safari is just always this exciting, but, either way, I wouldn’t change a thing about my first South African safari and I wouldn’t trade any of these animal sightings. Here are just a few of my favourite photos from our drives through Kruger and Sabi Sands last week.

And if you want to read more about what we did each day:

  • Day 1: Kruger National Park
  • Day 2: Kruger National Park
  • Day 3: Kruger National Park to Sabi Sands Private Reserve
  • Day 4: Sabi Sands Private Reserve
  • Day 5: Sabi Sands Private Reserve
Lion mid-yawn
Leopard surveying his territory from a termite mound
Elephant munching on some leaves
Baby baboon
Leopard enjoying his kill in a tree
Giraffe wonders who we are
Lion coming toward us
Wild dog keeps watch while his brothers snooze
Baby monkeys
Locking eyes with the king
Zebra glances back at us
Big lion in a power stance
Leopard tortoise crossing the road
Pride of female lions and cubs napping in the sand
Elephant admiring his reflection
Lions play-fighting
Rhino having a nap
Cub cleaning his mum
Buffalo and his bird friend
Staring contest with a female leopard
Giraffe having a little snack
Leopard slinks off to get a drink of water
Baby impala
Big elephant walking through a dam
Antelope scratching his horns on a bush
Lion cleaning himself just like a little kitty
Giraffe having a bit of a gossip

Read more about our South African safari

SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI DAY 1: BLYDE RIVER CANYON & KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI DAY 2: SATARA REST CAMP, KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI DAY 3: FROM KRUGER NATIONAL PARK TO SABI SANDS GAME RESERVE

SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI DAY 4: ARATHUSA SAFARI LODGE, SABI SANDS

SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI DAY 5: OUR LAST DAY IN SABI SANDS

COMPARING SAFARIS IN KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SABI SANDS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE & ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK

A GUIDE TO PLANNING THE BEST SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI

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Hey, I'm Brooke and I'm obsessed with getting off the beaten path, exploring backcountry gems & travelling beyond the ordinary! I left Australia 5 years ago after finishing a PhD in Biomechanics & have been travelling the world full-time ever since (joined by my life/climbing partner, James). Whether it’s road-tripping through Mexico, climbing alpine peaks in the Andes, scuba diving in the Red Sea, or tackling epic via ferrata in the Dolomites, I hope this blog will inspire your future adventures & help you find wonder in every corner of the globe. xx bb

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  • It seems we went a little bit of everywhere in 2025, but much more than just the numbers, this year was a celebration of so many of our favourite places— a return to Iceland, two trips to Ethiopia, a sold-out group trip to Jordan & Egypt, 3.5 months in magical Mexico… I track how many countries we visit for the same reasons I track all our annual travel data and daily spending (nerd reasons), but 5.5 years into full-time travel, it’s less and less about amassing an impressive * list* and more about going to places that truly impress US. Sometimes that means venturing to wild new corners and sometimes that means returning to places we can’t wait to see more of, but we’re proud to say this “list” is purely the byproduct of our own excitement and curiosity for the world rather than the other way around. There are a million reasons to travel, numbers shouldn’t be one 🖤🌎✨
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  • Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
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  • It seems we went a little bit of everywhere in 2025, but much more than just the numbers, this year was a celebration of so many of our favourite places— a return to Iceland, two trips to Ethiopia, a sold-out group trip to Jordan & Egypt, 3.5 months in magical Mexico… I track how many countries we visit for the same reasons I track all our annual travel data and daily spending (nerd reasons), but 5.5 years into full-time travel, it’s less and less about amassing an impressive * list* and more about going to places that truly impress US. Sometimes that means venturing to wild new corners and sometimes that means returning to places we can’t wait to see more of, but we’re proud to say this “list” is purely the byproduct of our own excitement and curiosity for the world rather than the other way around. There are a million reasons to travel, numbers shouldn’t be one 🖤🌎✨
  • Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
  • Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
  • Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
  • Gifts under $50 from REI Co-op 🏔️🎁 Looking to get your adventure buddy something they’ll actually use this holiday season? Shop the REI Co-op Last Minute Gifts Sale to save 30% on REI Co-op brand essentials that we use on our adventures all year round, including: ✨REI Co-op Merino Wool Lightweight Hiking Socks— best for warm-weather hiking ✨REI Co-op Merino Wool Expedition Socks— thicker wool socks perfect for adventures on snow and glacier ✨REI Co-op Liner Gloves— versatile gloves that I love for chilly hikes, layering under mittens, or setting up camp (which saves your more expensive gloves from getting shredded on rock!) ✨REI Co-op Flash 18 Pack— ultra-lightweight, rollable backpack that we use as a summit pack (so we can tackle side quests without our full backpack) ✨ REI Co-op Flash 22 Pack— lightweight but slightly larger, more structured backpack that I use for quick day hikes where I just need water and layers 👉🏼 Comment GEAR below and I’ll send you product links to my favourite deals from the REI Co-op sale! —— @REI #REIPartner
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It seems we went a little bit of everywhere in 2025, but much more than just the numbers, this year was a celebration of so many of our favourite places— a return to Iceland, two trips to Ethiopia, a sold-out group trip to Jordan & Egypt, 3.5 months in magical Mexico… I track how many countries we visit for the same reasons I track all our annual travel data and daily spending (nerd reasons), but 5.5 years into full-time travel, it’s less and less about amassing an impressive * list* and more about going to places that truly impress US. Sometimes that means venturing to wild new corners and sometimes that means returning to places we can’t wait to see more of, but we’re proud to say this “list” is purely the byproduct of our own excitement and curiosity for the world rather than the other way around. There are a million reasons to travel, numbers shouldn’t be one 🖤🌎✨
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Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
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Ethiopia is home to hundreds of rock-hewn churches dating back as far as the 5th century, each carved by hand directly into sandstone cliffs and accessible only on foot. Especially in Gheralta, reaching them is part of the devotion— steep hikes, exposed ledges, barefoot climbs— a physical journey that mirrors the spiritual one. Nearly all of these churches are still active today, served by priests who hike up multiple times a week to hold services for their local communities. Even as foreigners, we were welcomed into the churches to discover the history & heritage for ourselves, which was so incredibly special. Inside, the walls are covered in beautifully preserved frescoes painted with natural pigments (red = bird blood, blue = berries…), depicting biblical stories, saints, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Few places in the world feel this sacred, this wild, and this deeply human ✨ — #ethiopia #gheraltamountains #abunayemataguh
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Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
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Trekking through the Gheralta & Agame Mountains of Tigray, instantly one of our favourite experiences in Ethiopia 💛 Tigray is a region of towering sandstone mountains, ancient rock-hewn churches, and some of Ethiopia’s most striking landscapes — but it’s also a place rebuilding after a devastating civil war that ended in 2022. During our trek, we stayed in a series of community-run guesthouses, each owned by a surrounding village & employing dozens of community-members on a rotating roster, with profits shared among 100+ families. More than just incredible hiking, this experience was about connecting with the local community & supporting sustainable tourism in a resilient, proud region. We absolutely adore Ethiopia, and we’re passionate about sharing the incredible experiences we’ve had here with fellow travellers— especially at a time when our tourism dollars mean life and opportunity for so many. Thank you to those who are willing to look beyond a yellow “do not travel” warning and discover a beautiful, warm & welcoming region for themselves (and to the 10 awesome people who are coming with us to explore Ethiopia next year!!!) — Interested in travelling to Tigray? Contact our bff @lucyethiopiatours & the region’s best trekking guide @rovel_goitom , they will take care of you like family 🥰🇪🇹 #ethiopia #tigray #agamemountains #travelethiopia #ethiopiaphotography
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Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
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Back in one of our favourite countries in the world 🇪🇹✨ Ethiopia isn’t a place many people talk about or one that features heavily on social media, but every single experience here has completely blown us away— climbing to 4th century churches carved right into the cliffside, crunching across active volcanoes and neon acid springs, hiking through ancient highlands, witnessing nearly a million people come together for Christmas celebrations in the “christian heart of Africa”, camping with monks on a mountaintop… It’s so hard to narrow down even 100 best photos from our adventures through Ethiopia, but here are a few of our personal favourites. Which do you like best?? — #ethiopia #danakildepression #lalibela #simienmountains #gheraltamountains
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Gifts under $50 from REI Co-op 🏔️🎁 Looking to get your adventure buddy something they’ll actually use this holiday season? Shop the REI Co-op Last Minute Gifts Sale to save 30% on REI Co-op brand essentials that we use on our adventures all year round, including: ✨REI Co-op Merino Wool Lightweight Hiking Socks— best for warm-weather hiking ✨REI Co-op Merino Wool Expedition Socks— thicker wool socks perfect for adventures on snow and glacier ✨REI Co-op Liner Gloves— versatile gloves that I love for chilly hikes, layering under mittens, or setting up camp (which saves your more expensive gloves from getting shredded on rock!) ✨REI Co-op Flash 18 Pack— ultra-lightweight, rollable backpack that we use as a summit pack (so we can tackle side quests without our full backpack) ✨ REI Co-op Flash 22 Pack— lightweight but slightly larger, more structured backpack that I use for quick day hikes where I just need water and layers 👉🏼 Comment GEAR below and I’ll send you product links to my favourite deals from the REI Co-op sale! —— @REI #REIPartner
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