What are some common Africa travel horror stories?

One horror story is about getting lost in the Sahara. A traveler thought they could easily cross a certain part on their own. But they miscalculated the distance and water supply. They ran out of water and got severely dehydrated. It was a terrifying experience waiting for rescue, with the vast desert all around and no sign of help for days.

There are many amazing travel stories in Africa. For example, some travelers might share their experiences of seeing the great wildebeest migration in the Serengeti. It's a spectacular sight where countless wildebeest move across the plains in search of fresh grazing areas, with predators like lions and hyenas following closely.

There are many. For example, in Kenya, some travelers witnessed the great wildebeest migration. Thousands of wildebeests cross the Mara River, facing the challenges of crocodiles. It's a spectacular and thrilling scene.

Well, one common horror is the overcrowding. Trains, for instance, can be so full that you can barely move. I once took a train journey and was shoved into a compartment that was already overflowing. People were sitting on the floors, in the aisles, and it was extremely uncomfortable. It was like being in a sardine can.

A common one is about accommodation problems. Some travelers have found bugs in their hotel rooms or had really noisy neighbors that made it impossible to sleep. Another is getting lost because the street signs in some areas can be confusing.

One common horror story is getting scammed at tourist attractions. There are people who will try to sell you 'cheap' souvenirs that turn out to be overpriced junk. Another is the long queues everywhere. I once waited for three hours just to get into the Louvre. It was exhausting. And also, the public transport can be a nightmare. Trains are often overcrowded and sometimes late, which can mess up your whole day's itinerary.

Some tourists have had their belongings stolen while they were distracted. For instance, in a busy market, a pickpocket took a tourist's wallet right out of their bag while they were looking at some handicrafts. It was a real shock for the person who lost their money and important documents.

Unfriendly or unhelpful locals can be part of these stories too. Imagine being in a foreign country where you can't communicate well and the locals are not willing to assist you when you're in trouble. It adds a lot of stress to the travel experience.

Delays are very common. Airlines often overbook flights, leading to passengers being bumped off. Another element is bad behavior from fellow passengers, like being drunk or overly noisy.

Well, a frequent horror story involves accommodation issues. There have been cases where people booked a hotel online, but when they arrived, the place was either overbooked or in a terrible state, not at all like the pictures. And then there are those who had problems with local wildlife. For example, getting bitten by insects that carry diseases. Mosquitoes in the Philippines can transmit dengue, and some tourists have had really bad experiences with that.