The Journey to Africa
by Amaya McFarland
Why visit Africa?
Africa is amazing place to visit to explore a new part of the world. There are many things to do and many places to go. It is guaranteed you will have a great time here. You will experience things you never imagined and definitely won't want to leave. So, come on over and get a taste of what Africa has to offer.
Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa and the chief reservoir of the Nile River. It stretches between the Western and Eastern Rift Valley. It's region is one of the most densely populated in Africa with several million residents. Some fun things to do at Lake Victoria is Fishing, Bird Watching, or Cultural Walks.
The Nile River
The Nile River is 4,160 miles long, making it the longest river in the world. It flows through parts of Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Zaire. Some fun things to do at the Nile is rafting, kayaking, or bungee jumping.
The Sahara Desert
The Sahara Desert is the world's largest desert, comprising an area of 3,500,000 square miles. It extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea. Regions of Sand Dunes cover 15% of the Sahara. Rock and gravel covers about 70%. Camel riding is a great thing to do while in the Sahara.
Madagascar
Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world and is located in the Indian Ocean. It is mainly made up of highland plateau. Some great places to visit in Madagascar would be the Reefs and Rain forests