Away to Africa

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We provide the bridge for you to build, explore and belong in the modern Africa. Away to Africa is a Destination Management company offering safe, affordable trips to Africa highlighting the true beauty and culture of the continent. Currently we offer trips to South Africa, Ghana, Ethiopia and Mozambique with expansions into Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Morocco and Kenya in 2017.

05/08/2026

Ghana’s waterfall massage is a truly one-of-a-kind wellness experience that has taken the world by storm.

The waterfall massage is a groundbreaking treatment that combines the therapeutic power of flowing water with expert massage techniques, creating an immersive experience that transcends traditional spa services.

Here, an expert therapist provides a bespoke one-hour massage, set amid the sounds of water splashing and birdsong, creating a natural symphony that enhances relaxation.

Guests report that their stress and tension melt away almost immediately.

Experience Ghana with us! Head to the link in our bio to start your journey!



05/07/2026

Abena Boamah-Acheampong, founder of Hanahana Beauty, is a Ghanaian-American entrepreneur redefining the global beauty industry through ethical sourcing and community impact.

Inspired by her roots, she built her brand around shea butter sourced directly from women in Northern Ghana, ensuring they are paid above fair-trade prices while supporting their communities through healthcare and education initiatives.

She is the rare kind of entrepreneur who has made community, sustainability, and African identity the very foundation of a thriving global business.

Visit our website via the link in our bio to book your Ghana experience!



Every continent has beauty. But Africa has soul. In its food, its land, its people, its rhythm, its wildness, its nights...
05/06/2026

Every continent has beauty. But Africa has soul. In its food, its land, its people, its rhythm, its wildness, its nights.

Some places give you memories. Africa gives you a new perspective on life. 
If you’ve traveled to Africa, what is the ONE thing that stole your heart? Tell us in the comments!

Need some inspiration? Swipe through to see our top 6.

Click the link in our bio to experience Africa with us.

04/27/2026

South Africa is one of the most layered and complex countries on earth. It is where some of the oldest evidence of human life has been found.

Culturally, it is unmatched. Twelve official languages, dozens of distinct ethnic traditions, Cape Malay cooking, Zulu ceremonies, Afrikaner braai culture, and township jazz all exist within the same borders.

Whether you’re exploring the storied streets of Soweto to understand the triumph over Apartheid or visiting the Garden Route for conservation-led marine tours, the country offers a perspective shift that few other places can match.

Visit our website via the link in our bio to book a South Africa experience!

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04/26/2026

Onezwa Mbola is one of South Africa’s most authentic and rising creative entrepreneurs.

After her mother’s passing in 2014, she returned to the kitchen, recreating the dishes her mother once made.

In 2022, Mbola launched . Through this brand, she produces handmade sauces, condiments, seasonings, chutneys, and cordials.

Onezwa Mbola is not just a food content creator. She is a custodian of rural African life, telling its stories one harvest at a time.

These destinations don’t just impress, they reshape how you see Africa. If you’ve ever wondered which part of Africa to ...
04/25/2026

These destinations don’t just impress, they reshape how you see Africa. If you’ve ever wondered which part of Africa to see first, let these guide you.

Swipe through to see our top 7 picks for 2026, drawn from across the continent.
•South Africa
•Tanzania
•Ghana
•Morocco
•Zimbabwe
•Senegal

Which one are you manifesting for your next trip? Let us know in the comments! 

Hit the link in our bio to find out where we’re heading in 2026

04/24/2026

Lamu Town is Kenya’s oldest continually inhabited town and one of the original Swahili settlements along coastal East Africa.

The town is characterized by narrow streets and magnificent stone buildings with impressive carved doors, shaped by a unique fusion of Swahili, Arabic, Persian, Indian, and European building styles.

There are no vehicles on the island, and goods are still moved through the narrow twisted alleyways by donkey.

In 2001, Lamu was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Visit our website via the link in bio to book your Kenya experience!

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04/23/2026

Welcome to Face of Africa, a series where we spotlight African Change makers.

Cherie Kihato is a Kenyan entrepreneur and the founder of Savannah Space, a luxury furniture and home décor brand based in Nairobi, Kenya.

She launched Savannah Space in 2018 as an online marketplace selling furniture and home décor crafted by locally sourced Nairobi artisans. She started small, working with a local carpenter in her community to design and manufacture unique, handcrafted furniture, and despite initial skepticism she faced as a woman in the industry, her passion and creativity quickly shone through.

Savannah Space now has a retail showroom in the Lavington Mall. She showcases the work of 15 local artisan companies, including mkeka weavers, soapstone carvers, seagrass basket weavers, woodworkers, welders, and rug weavers.

She is a vocal advocate for African luxury, arguing that Africa already had deep traditions of craftsmanship and art that met the standard of true luxury even before colonialism.

She’s an influential figure in Kenya’s entrepreneurship and creative industries space, particularly for young African women in business.

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04/22/2026

Welcome to Face of Africa a series where we spotlight African change makers!

Sarah Diouf is a Senegalese entrepreneur, creative director, and founder of the fashion brand, Tongoro. She is known for her innovative approach, which blends traditional African textiles and techniques with contemporary styles and aesthetics.

Diouf’s work has been featured in numerous international publications, and she has been recognized as a rising star in the global fashion industry.

Her designs have been worn by global icons like Beyoncé, Naomi Campbell, and Alicia Keys, and her work was featured in the landmark Africa Fashion exhibition at London’s V&A Museum. Beyond fashion, she is a vocal advocate for African entrepreneurship and female empowerment.

Click the link in the bio to discover the 20 tours we offer across the African continent.



Ten years ago, Away to Africa began with a simple idea that the diaspora deserved more than just a tourist experience. T...
04/21/2026

Ten years ago, Away to Africa began with a simple idea that the diaspora deserved more than just a tourist experience. They deserved a homecoming.

It started with a belief that Africa is not just a destination. It is a feeling. A reconnection. For so many in the diaspora, the continent exists as a place of longing known through stories, through culture, through the music that raised you and the food that reminds you of home. Away to Africa was built to bridge that distance. 

Over the past decade, that vision has taken us across 20+ countries, through ancient landscapes, vibrant cities, coastal villages, and sacred spaces. We have seen strangers become family.

That is what ten years of diaspora homecoming looks like. 
And yet, as proud as we are of how far we have come, we know this is only the beginning. There are stories still waiting to be told, connections still waiting to be made, and places that will change you in ways you cannot yet imagine.

We are going stronger in 2026, with more destinations, deeper experiences, and a community of travellers who understand exactly why this journey matters.

Hit the link in our bio to find out where we’re heading in 2026

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