Hi! I’m Rita
I’m a Portuguese solo female traveller in search of the world’s wildest and most remote corners on a budget. Over the past few years, I’ve hitchhiked across deserts, trekked through remote mountain valleys, and wandered through countries most travellers overlook.
Into the Wild Unknown is a travel blog about independent and off-the-beaten-path travel. Here you’ll find detailed guides for exploring destinations like Central Asia, Caucasus, Pakistan, and the Middle East, without tours, using public transport, travelling on a budget, and discovering places most travellers overlook.
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Skardu Travel Guide: Visit Skardu & Nearby Valleys Independently
Skardu is often seen as the gateway to K2 and the mighty Karakoram, but there’s far more to explore here than just high-altitude expeditions. From …
Backpacking Sulawesi Independently: A Budget Guide
Wild, rugged, and refreshingly untouched by mass tourism, Sulawesi is one of Indonesia’s most fascinating destinations. With its spider-like shape, dramatic mountains, traditional cultures, and …
How to Visit Luxor Independently on a Budget
Luxor is often called the world’s greatest open-air museum due to its incredible archaeological sites. As a solo traveller, you can experience this ancient city …
Budget Backpacking Togean Islands – Sulawesi, Indonesia
Tucked away in the heart of Central Sulawesi, the Togean Islands, Indonesia, are a hidden paradise for travellers seeking peace, adventure, and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Budget …