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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Peshawar Travel Guide: A Solo Female Traveller’s Experience
This Peshawar travel guide is for travellers willing to look beyond headlines and stereotypes. Most people pass through Peshawar quickly, often shaped by preconceived notions, …
How to Visit the Sinai Peninsula Independently: Budget Guide
Nestled at the crossroads of Africa and Asia, the Sinai Peninsula is a land of contrasts, where rugged mountains meet endless deserts and the azure …
Trekking in Pakistan: The Ultimate Guide with Tips & Hikes
Pakistan is a trekker’s paradise, boasting some of the world’s most dramatic mountain landscapes. From the towering peaks of the Karakoram and the western Himalayas …
Solo Backpack Northern Pakistan: Budget Travel Guide
Nestled among some of the world’s highest mountain ranges, Northern Pakistan offers an unparalleled adventure for travellers seeking raw landscapes, vibrant cultures, and heartfelt hospitality. …






