Africa & the Middle East

The most iconic African adventure is climbing Mount Kilimanjaro – the highest peak on the continent and the highest freestanding mountain in the world at 5,895m high. This mammoth volcano can be spotted from hundreds of miles away on a clear day and it’s no wonder so many people want to climb to the ‘roof of Africa’. The trek up Kilimanjaro will take you through lush plantations and tropical rainforest, alpine desert and snow-covered glaciers. To climb Kilimanjaro is to reach one of the highest seven summits in the world – the highest mountain on each continent – and is a bucket-list adventure for many.

In Africa, adventure trips will likely include the chance to spot big game on a wildlife safari, and what better way to relax after an exhilarating trek. A visit to the Serengeti National Park or the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania where you can glimpse lions, elephants, giraffe, buffalo, rhino and hippos is an excellent way to cover after a multi-day hike.

The radiant continent of Africa is the only place in the world where you can spot gorillas in the wild. Visit Uganda or Rwanda to trek with gorillas through the jungle and catch a glimpse of them at rest where they are monitored by rangers to ensure their continued safety. While you’re in Uganda, head to the Rwenzori mountains, or the ‘mountains of the moon’, for another awesome multi-day trek in Africa that is miles off the beaten track. The people in this gorgeous country are warm and welcoming and the chance to find incredible plant and animal life before, during and after a hiking trip is unbeatable.

Heading to the northern corner of Africa, the breathtaking Atlas Mountains of Morocco rise from the Atlantic coast and sprawl east across the country, forming a border between the vast Sahara Desert and the lush foothills in the north. Influenced by its Berber and Arab roots, this exotic country is warm, and the air carries the smell of spices. Visit the warrens of the souks in Marrakech before trekking Mount Toubkal, the highest mountain in northern Africa at 4,167m. For the more adventurous and experienced, climbing Toubkal in winter is an added challenge but a totally different experience to see this arid mountain range covered in snow and ice.

To the far east of Morocco, the Middle Eastern country of Jordan sits at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and Asia. Here is a country bursting with culture, ancient wonders and intriguing history. Whilst there are few summits to trek in Jordan, the desert is an awesome place to explore, and our trips offer a fully immersive experience. Sleep in Berber camps and see the stars meet the horizon, discover the unique formations forged by sand as you journey through the rich red sand and learn more about the nomadic people who reside here still.

Fall in love with Africa and the Middle East with Kandoo Adventures. These are destinations close to our heart, and we love sharing our favourite African adventures with new people. Whether you’re an experienced mountaineer or just starting out on your hiking journey, Africa and the Middle East offer memorable treks that delve into the soul of a place and will stay with you forever.