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Travel Guide to Libya

This travel guide to Libya has links and articles to help you plan your trip to one of Africa's best kept secrets. Don't miss Leptis Magna one of the best preserved Roman cities along the Mediterranean. The beautifully preserved ruins of Cyrene is the most important Greek city in Africa. Benghazi offers a lively Medina that rivals any in Morocco.
Libya Map and Basic Facts
A basic map of Libya and country facts including a brief history, economic overview, population statistics, languages spoken, ethnic groups and more.
Guide to the Total Solar Eclipse in Africa, 29 March 2006
The Total Solar Eclipse in Africa, 29 March 2006. Travel guide to see the total solar eclipse in Africa. Lists solar eclipse tours, country information, weather conditions, maps and more about the total eclipse traversing Africa, March 2006. The path of the eclipse will go through Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Niger, Chad, Libya and Egypt.
Libya Tourist Destinations
Lexicorient offers the best independent online guide to Libya. There's information about all the major tourist sights along with great photos. There's also visa information, transport tips and more.
Libya Travel Photos by Galen R Frysinger
I would love to meet Galen R Frysinger one day. He's a retired scientist who has traveled to more than 160 countries. Naturally he has been to Libya and taken some great photos. Scroll down the page to find them or click on the individual towns.
Geographic Expeditions Tours to Libya
Geographic Expeditions offer several tours to Libya which include desert treks as well as the five UNESCO World Heritage sights in the country. GeoEx offers Private Journeys for groups, families, and couples, as well as scheduled group departures.
Libtra Tours
Libtra Tours is a local tour company based out of Tripoli. They offers tours from 4 - 16 days and can custom build tours as well. The site has some decent information about what to see in Libya and tips for travelers.
Getting to Libya
Information about transport options into Libya. Several land borders are open and there are also international flights serving the capital Tripoli.
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