From here, you’ll travel up the West Coast, an area still wild, beautiful and unexplored by tourists where friendly locals like to keep things authentic. Soak in seascapes, unspoilt beaches, rural fishing villages and expanses of wildflowers. Finally, end with a few nights in the Winelands visiting arty towns, sampling South Africa’s finest wines, breathing in fresh mountain air and strolling around pretty vineyards.

The Delta makes an excellent combination with the desert, so add in the Kalahari. Also, you can also easily start or end off with a visit to Victoria Falls.

Northern Ethiopia is also home to fantastic trekking, ranging from gentle hikes to multi-day expeditions scaling Ras Dashen, the highest peak. Other endemic animals here include the endangered walia ibex and elusive Ethiopian wolf, though you’ll need to venture deep into the mountains to stand a chance. Situated between ancient Axum (said to be home to the Ark of the Covenant) and the medieval castles of Gondar, the Simien Mountains are an easy and essential inclusion on any exploration of Ethiopia’s historical north.