Lonely Planet's Africa is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the continent has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences.

Lonely Planet's Africa is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the continent has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences.

Visit wineries on the cape, swim the turquoise waters of Mozambique and view the pyramids of Giza; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests

Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout

Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Egypt, Tanzania, Morocco, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Madagascar, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Cabo Verde and more.