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The Story of South East Asia Backpacker Magazine!

10 years ago, 23-year old backpacker from England, Nikki Scott, set off on an adventure that would change her life. She created the first print magazine for backpackers in Asia. Today, that humble idea has grown into a digital community of thousands of travellers who share their experiences on this website!

Nikki Scott, founder of South East Asia Backpacker Magazine

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Boat Trips

Khao Sok Floating Bungalow Trip | 3 Days | KHAO SOK, THAILAND

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Elephant at BEES Elephant Sanctuary, Thailand.

Elephant Sanctuaries

BEES Ethical Elephant Sanctuary | 1 Day to 1 Week | from CHIANG MAI, THAILAND

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Day Trips

Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour | 1 Day | from HOI AN + HUE, VIETNAM

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Orangutan Eco Jungle Trekking | Half Day – 3 Days | From BUKIT LAWANG, INDONESIA

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Turtle - Koh Tao Marine-Life.

Diving

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LATEST ARTICLES

Girl stands in front of waterfall
Laos Itinerary – 30 Days Backpacking the Highlights!
13th November 2019
Do You Need to Take Malaria Tablets in South East Asia?
Do You Need to Take Antimalarials in Southeast Asia?
8th November 2019
A Recipe for The Real Taste of Laos: An Authentic Cooking Class in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Cooking Class – Learning to Cook Laos Style!
26th October 2019
Ellie on the deck of a cruise ship in Lan Ha Bay, Vietnam.
Lan Ha Bay – A Blissfully Uncrowded Alternative to Halong Bay? 
19th October 2019
Nam Xay Viewpoint Vang Vieng Laos
International Driving Permit for Cars & Motorbikes | Southeast Asia
10th October 2019
Exploring the local market in Hoi An
The Do’s and Don’ts of Haggling in Southeast Asia
8th October 2019
Three backpackers with their matching Osprey Backpacks heading to the Full Moon Party in Koh Phangan!
What are the Best Backpacks for Travelling in Southeast Asia?
7th October 2019
A Guide to Sustainable Jungle Trekking in Bukit Lawang
Guide to Sustainable Jungle Trekking in Bukit Lawang, Indonesia
7th October 2019

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ALL TIME FAVOURITES!

Ali Couch in Sri Lanka with her backpack on. This is the cover image for her article about backpacking in your 50s
Should you Go Backpacking at 50?
Readers Poll: The Worst Place in South East Asia You’ve Ever Been
The Bum Gun, a Beginner’s Guide, ‘Cos Toilets in Asia Ain’t Easy!
Getting the bus to Borobudur in Java
Ganja and “S.H.I.T.” (Suspected Hippie In Transit): Backpacking Southeast Asia in The 70s