Africa: Lonely Planet Phrasebook

Africa is iconic wildlife, stunning geography, wondrous architecture and bustling cities - and well over an estimated 1000 languages. Here we give you the 13 that will open your mind - and mouth - to this amazing continent. From Afrikaans to Zulu, talk your way to where you want to go, and what you want to do. Immerse yourself in the culture section packed with fascinating and useful info on this unique region.

Our phrasebooks give you a comprehensive mix of practical and social words and phrases in more than 120 languages. Chat with the locals and discover their culture - a guaranteed way to enrich your travel experience.