Covering a continent as vast and diverse as Africa is tall order but Been there readers have done their best to point out must-sees, little known hotels and great activities. In other words, immersing yourself in the romance, stunning scenery and complex history of Africa is easier than you think

Lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard... The Big Five was the term for the most difficult animals to hunt on foot. Luckily these days we just observe them

Abigail Edge braves snake charmers, stewed sheep’s heads and a fake Rolex salesman in Marrakesh, Setti-Fatma, Meknès, Fès, Merzouga and Essaouira

Africa has got an amazing flora and wildlife - but it all needs protecting. Read our tippers recommendations for responsible tourism across the continent

Diver and diligent tipper Fishfan rates the dive sites at Zanzibar and Pemba Island in Tanzania, Tofo in Mozambique and Sharks Bay in Egypt

There is something about a riad which captures the romanticism and mystery of those deep Arabian nights. Here is a list of some our readers' favourites

Whether you go for a safari or just the sheer beauty of the 300 miles of beaches, holidays in Kenya
are pure perfection, says tipper JuliaCWoK

“Can someone recommend a place with excellent snorkelling and a coral reef, accessible without having to get a boat there?” Read our readers' replies here

When we applied for help from our readers to fill our bare Africa pages, we got sent loads of beautiful pictures and fascinating stories. Check them out here

See all our readers' tips on Kenya - from restaurants and hotels to safaris and nightclubs on one handy page

If you're planning on going to Egypt, this guide will help you with all the logistics: where to go, see, sleep, eat – and what to avoid!