Francis Tapon is a renowned author, global nomad, and public speaker. He has written two captivating books, The Hidden Europe: What Eastern Europeans Can Teach Us and Hike Your Own Hike: 7 Life Lessons from Backpacking Across America. With a passion for exploration, Francis has traveled to an impressive 125 countries, including captivating journeys across America four times, Spain twice, and Madagascar once.

From 2013 to 2018, Francis embarked on an extraordinary overland adventure, visiting all 54 African countries. This awe-inspiring feat earned him a well-deserved induction into the California Outdoors Hall of Fame in 2019. Not one to rest on his laurels, Francis spent 2021 to 2023 immersing himself in Africa, accumulating a total of 8 years on the continent.

Exciting plans are in motion for Francis, with his upcoming book and film release, The Unseen Africa, set for 2024. Join Francis Tapon on his captivating journeys through his books and films, and explore the hidden treasures of the world through his unique perspective