The WORST Train in AFRICA!

I was in the region of Kigoma and head to get back to Dar Es Salaam so I had two options...book a very expensive flight or get the train. So of course I took the train however it turned out to be one of the worst journeys of my life. I left Kigoma several hours late due to delays and then arrived in Dodoma 27 hours later
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[@raybeckon1235]

After seeing the conditions on this train, I have decided not to complain.... about ANYTHING....EVER!

[@kenyandamu]

😂😂😂

[@masalakulwa7601]

Hahahaha your welcome Tanzania

[@decoloniz_afro]

Their new train is amazing.....

[@godfreymuhammad7755]

You're too condescending!

[@samuelkundael3503]

haha I lost it when he entered the room and started saying Jesus. haha

[@gottwyCZ]

Sudenly those eastern europe over-airconditioned trains with hours delays which always get me sick started looking pretty good.

[@mravecsk1]

What eastern europe? Eastern Ukraine or Western russia?

[@Anonymous-8080]

​@@mravecsk1all of the former USSR countries left to Russia.

[@mravecsk1]

Left to russia? Not all ussr countries were eastern europe.. Even Ukraine is not all eastern europe.@@Anonymous-8080

[@lola-to9om]

@@Anonymous-8080 so new east europeans trains right over ac isn't good it makes me sick and gives headache

[@generalmartok3990]

Yugoslav trains are absolute luxury compared to this.

[@aiyaavibes7610]

In Tanzania the old trains are super messed up...To be honest most Tanzanians prefer to travel with Bus and Aeroplane.... But good news is now We are building SGR (STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY ) WHICH the first phase is almost in completion..( will be from Dar to Morogoro) Second phase will be from Morogoro to Dodoma So far state of the art railway station in Dar is almost 90% done ...I think you have saw it So we are looking forward 1 year from now ...Our railway system will be as good as never before... Currently the railway we use are the meter gauge railway which are small and the railway lines are super old some build by the colonialist .. So you can see ..... A lot of work is needed railway system... Luckily the government is closely working on it .... Nice video.. Hakuna matata Thanks for sharing your experience. Upendo Na Amani kwa watu wote.

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks for the info 😎and thanks for watching

[@magejose1386]

Nimecheka atarii🤣alivosema tumeambiwa linaondoka saa 2 mara saa 6 mara saa 8 alafu wakatoka saa 9,nimekumbuka was 2007 stesheni mda wa treni kuja ulikua haujulikani

[@mussamussa8181]

Daaa nimetizama hi daraja la kwanza nmecheka sana Mungu mpumzishe kwa aman MAGUFULI KUTULETEA SGR....

[@romanvictor659]

@@magejose1386 ni aibu wa kweli

[@achiburshakib5804]

@@BackpackerBen Glad to know that.

[@imike964]

This video was hilarious, defintely the funniest thing I've watched in ages.

[@BackpackerBen]

PTSD

[@LinusOndu]

This so hilarious 😂😂😂😂😂 I really laughed. I enjoyed the journey with you. Luckily Tanzania is improving on that sector and building the longest railway network in Africa, visit Kenya too, lots of fun around and we are neighbours to Tz.

[@BackpackerBen]

kenya soon brooo

[@databa20videos69]

Tanzania total SGR network when completed will be 1800km, the longest SGR is being built in Nigeria total after completion will be over 7000km.

[@ToMSpanXXX]

Bro i couldn't stop laughing for 20 mins 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ToMSpanXXX]

He said "where's the train going " 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 im dead 💀 🤣

[@sergius4691]

Holy shit this has to be the best laugh I've had in a while, thank you

[@calstravels]

One thing I can tell you from my 6 months in Tanzania, living in a village outside of Kilsoa, is bongo time is a real thing. As an Englishman myself it took me a while to get used to the fact nothing ever runs on time! That's just life, you get used to it haha. Tanzania is my second home, I love it!

[@paulkay3307]

Typical nutty Englishman. I guess you like you some darkkk meat, eh matey?

[@lola-to9om]

that train was ass though where gov is spending the money the railway tracks needs maintenance the trains don't shake like that

[@callumclark2331]

I took this train back in 2010. Except either first class was booked up or there wasn't the option. Had alternate between standing and sleeping at the feet of other passengers in an insanely packed carriage. One of the roughest journeys of my life😂

[@josephstephen1079]

Hahaha so sad for you brother, in which country are you from?

[@lola-to9om]

@@josephstephen1079 he's from paussy

[@abhinaysingh8306]

after seeing this, i will never complain about indian railways.

[@sanjoe7265]

Yup😅

[@nithinshub]

Bro Indian railways are not the worst. We are way ahead

[@lal618]

Indian train are good , but people won't follow the rules that's the issue.

[@ExploreNext]

Bro after watching thus I will also never complain about Pakistan Railway 😅

[@yoshihirom6938]

come on ! from Japan.

[@honeybadger5633]

I'm giggling with you! You're Great! Thanks for the entertaining videos! You're experiencing a wonderful life. Thanks for sharing it.

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks for watching 🙂😆

[@revisitingchristianity7138]

I feel blessed by your videos . I could see Tanzania LIVE and raw. Great video .

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks bro

[@BackpackerBen]

What's the longest train or bus you have been on? Let me know...😩

[@glassbin9555]

Uhhh i dont even know because i was sleeping

[@Ellie-qo6bw]

From my hometown Kashmir to Southern India to Andaman :) ... Longest one so far..

[@atulkr7033]

From Nagaland-Dimapur Railway Station to Chennai EGMORE station,,it took almost 3days..

[@mtvisionary]

And here I am thinking the circle train in Yangon was the worse. This is a whole other level.

[@rda-gama2567]

From Lisbon to Aveiro in Portugal

[@Nakathabo]

I have never laughed so hard in my life 😂. I could just visualise you all battered and bruised after your cozy ride in first class. I really enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing

[@BackpackerBen]

Glad you enjoyed it ;)

[@BillAnt]

​@@BackpackerBen - At 9:00 Ben in a bad porno movie. ha-ha-ha

[@NeerajBaid007]

​@@BillAnt🤣🤣🤣👌🏻

[@treinspotterjustin5682]

xD xD xD xD xD@@BillAnt

[@creeguyvernon]

Somewhat reminded me of the Via rail rail liner "day liner" service between the cities of Edmonton and Calgary, we were rocking and rolling on 1950s Budd RDC cars going 70 mph on jointed rail LoL 😆

[@cliveshakespeare9184]

Welcome to Africa! I travelled on the Tanzam railway twice - some people never learn!

[@RAMB3E]

thank you for going through that for us. cant wait for the next one

[@BackpackerBen]

My pleasure suffering for peoples entertainment haha

[@IngramCars]

What an incredible experience, fascinating journey! Sleeping on that train looked like trying to sleep on a bomb site! Thanks, Simon

[@BackpackerBen]

Some experience mate I tell ya

[@johnyossarian9059]

He is a misanthrope, he would be miserable riding the Orient Express

[@opagodaswirling9383]

Well done ! From the relative comfort of Hong Kong ( stainless steel seats on commuter trains ) I doff my cap to you and admire your powers of endurance . Must admit , I am now looking forward to your other African adventures . Good health .

[@BackpackerBen]

thanks!

[@mbajwa8565]

I do love Tanzania but have never taken a train there, though I was really tempted on my last visit. I really enjoyed your video in particular because : 1. I now know NEVER to take a train in Tanzania. 2. Sitting alone on a dull and wet evening in England, I laughed out loud watching your reactions to the rough train journey and it cheared me up no end ! Keep up the good work and really enjoying the Pakistan videos. 👍

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks for watching mate 😎

[@rncmv]

"I now know NEVER to take a train in Tanzania." if you think like this, you are stupid; things are changing - new infrastructure is developed

[@infinitelove3221]

This is too much😂😂😂😂.Love it!!. Still want to go to Tanzania!!! Love an adventure.

[@BackpackerBen]

You will certainly get it 😅

[@raultejedor]

Did you ever make it to Tanzania? Karibu...

[@mywaymusic9208]

I’m watching this while travelling in Vande Bharat Express 🇮🇳😁

[@RatanKumar-yb6mg]

😂😂😂

[@mcbchannel7173]

Watching this on Whoosh High Speed Railway 🇮🇩😅

[@sanjoe7265]

Indian railways are also worst in most cases!

[@nithinshub]

We are lucky to have BJP and Modi

[@competitivemind6785]

​@@sanjoe7265they were used to be before 2014 kiddo ! Now, If you are making this comment randomly, then I'm sure you even don't know a bit about present time Indian Railways. At present, even the lowest Faired Passenger trains in India are installed with Bio-vacuum toilets and better amenities...

[@fttlifestyle]

😂😂😂 Looks like you had fun! When you in Africa don’t don’t overthink anything, just dive in and enjoy the experience. There’s beauty in difference and contrast.

[@davidjr.5584]

🤣🤣💚🇹🇿 You brought back good memories of mine, next time take a bus or fly. Until SGR is done trains are reserved for adventurers. Karibu tena.

[@BackpackerBen]

Definitely 😆

[@barry5153]

Ben That was like a bad nightmare on that train for you. Glad you made it. Always enjoy watching your videos!

[@Lolohaole195]

Second class actually looks pretty good.I hope you don't mind but I was laughing pretty much the whole video. Kind of reminds me of when I was in the Philippines on an air conditioned bus, but the air conditioning didn't work and the windows didn't open

[@elianesangala4133]

I'm sorry but your reaction to the train bumps was hilarious 😅🤣😂 I'm rolling🤣

[@BackpackerBen]

Yes I look back now and laugh. At the time I was hating life 😆

[@johnmaina6676]

Watched the reaction with my wife last night and we laughed still smiling as I type this. Like your content

[@ritahabu1273]

My daughter & I were laughing so much at his reaction too.... She normally doesn’t watch the videos, so we look forward to more videos 👌🏽

[@emmanueljohn7]

Iyo ndio first class i just imagine your reactions if you booked third class.

[@AILAM43]

OMG I can't. I did not notice there was a man sleeping peacefully below Ben. Best video I have ever seen in my life.

[@BackpackerBen]

Looooool honestly worst day ever

[@tocaloca7098]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I needed this ‘cause I had plans to travel using the train in Tanzania. Your opinions are spot on! In matter of fact, your opinions may just be facts. This video was very informative and humorous! Also it’s seems like you would be be fun to travel with!

[@BackpackerBen]

Have fun! ;)

[@allaboutreality2333]

your commentary/sarcasm is the best :).

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks for watching 🥲

[@jasonkrpan6773]

January 2017, I took that train both way from Dar es Salaam to Kilgoma and back. over 40 hours each way. It was an incredible experience and that you can find the joys in the trip says much more about you. Learn to chill

[@hashimuchambuso9741]

Arriving completely destroyed... wenyewe tunasema unafika umevurugwa.....🤣🤣

[@malcomg1004]

Mzungu fala sana huyu anakagua train yetu afu anarekodi😂😂😂

[@reubenjacob5631]

Wakati Dom Dar tunakwenda na Kimbinyiko na Shabiby yeye kachagua kuteseka achekeshe watu

[@JotHaGie]

Yes, Ben! Been following you now since you did the length of Britain with Bald. Now Vietnam’s done, it’s time to go back in time with you… and your videos do not disappoint. Love ‘em

[@BackpackerBen]

Appreciate it mate 👏🏼

[@skylionification]

That just looked so so painful … I was just grimacing every time you were being shagged by the train … oh good lord!

[@ВладимирПыня-и8ы]

it wouldn't be so bad if it weren't for the terrible condition of the track, it's just shocking how this train didn't fall apart on the road at all

[@MajestaENG]

Haha after seeing you in the new bald and bankrupt video, I figured I'd come check you out! What an amazing video man, this was too funny and entertaining to watch. Looking forward to checking out more of your vids!

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks mate 😎

[@stephenmose2693]

Greetings from Nairobi, Kenya. This has been the most hilarious 😂 train journey vlog yet! The bumpy ride is part of the exclusive "African Massage"... Keep safe though

[@BackpackerBen]

Thank you so much hahaha

[@wavesandsky]

This is one of the funniest stuff I have seen in a long time

[@sajigwelunogelominga2446]

Next time try to board DELEXE train to Kigoma,every Thursday going from Dar es salaam.ITS in good condition compared to that you board

[@BackpackerBen]

Noted 👍

[@pauljones3557]

It is not about the train. It is about the railway line.

[@sajigwelunogelominga2446]

@@pauljones3557 That is old one built by Germans brother.From Tabora to Dar es salaam was repaired by Chinese company

[@persperspersp2866]

@@BackpackerBen Love your videos mate. Love the sarcasm too

[@SagangaKapaya]

During these long trips, the trick is to eat meat not wali/rice, meet takes 48-72 hours, your trip is max 30 hours anywhere by any means and any route, that way you dont need the toilets.

[@flippantname]

Hello Ben, this is one of the best videos I've ever seen on your channel. That must of been hard to endure but thanks for showing us your trip from start to finish. Once again amazing.

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks a lot! It was tough 😅

[@alfredOldcat]

I had a bus tour experience from Dar es Salaam to Mwanza back in 2014. It took 18 hrs starting from 4am until 11:50pm. I only took some biscuit and water during that trip and worst thing is the hotel doesn't have any food since it was late. When i decided to get back to Dar i was lucky to find out there's flight operated by fastjet from Mwanza to Dar and it was not expensive (300k tanzanian shilling, which was 150usd at that moment). Anyway the trip worth a lot, Lake Vi was quite beautiful, i even travelled on that Vessel from Mwanza to Bukoba. The views of the Lake was unique and amazing.

[@johnafrica7979]

That was some journey 😂😂😂😂

[@johnhahler581]

Found your channel through Bald and Bankrupt. I thought his train ride through Mauratania was insane, but that didn't have anything on this! I loved the video! Will definitely be subscribing!

[@BackpackerBen]

Awesome, thank you John!

[@basedpatriotLT]

How is riding this sleeper rrain harder than riding in coal wagons that bald did?

[@hori166]

Love these travel videos! It's great to travel vicariously to exotic and forbidden destinations. As far as this one goes...better you than me, mate! It's so unbelievably hellish I can't stop laughing and need to fast forward to the end. "Sloppy Pizza" sounds like a great name for a rock band. Bon appétit!

[@junewade6859]

A trusty portable urinal, disposable sheets and a box of granola bars always a gem when traveling in Africa.

[@davidwheatcroft2797]

I have been on that train in the 50s. Built by the Germans, it follows the old slave route. Big Garrette engines with 2 tenders......This is the Central line - my Father, CFO of Tanganyika, built a line joining the Central and Northern line using recycled rails AND built a road alongside to get 2 bangs fror1 buck. Still running!

[@herroxy801]

Are you 80-90 years old or what??

[@davidwheatcroft2797]

No.74. But smarter than you! Chem degree in 2 years; also RAF pilot's licence, Instrument rating, formation etc. Built C-IAVW, look it up, prole.@@herroxy801

[@majorame]

😂😂😂😂😂 this is the funniest video I've seen especially when you were bouncing up and down at the Beginning of the journey

[@zolongOne]

The government is building a better SGR electric train route from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma. It will be complete by next year. phase 1 of the project - Dar es Salaam to Morogoro will be complete and begin operations in June this year if I'm not mistaken.

[@BackpackerBen]

Oh god please 😅

[@parvindersingh444]

Good news 😃

[@followyourdreams8673]

Amazing video! Just subscribed. I hope you find a lovely hotel at the end of your journey for being so brave.

[@richardreweti8671]

That was hilarious 😂 he bitched and moaned the whole journey, his entitlement had me in tears it was a joy to watch especially we he tried to sleep. 😊

[@tomb.8485]

Entitlement???

[@briantyhy4880]

Your trip reminds me of the train trip I took from Yagoon to Mandalay in Myanmar. What a night mare I had the compartment to myself but hardly slept the whole night. I had to lay down all the way because the bouncing of the carriage was so bad it started to hurt my back. The train stop in the middle of the night so the engineer could walk the tracks in front to the train to ensure it was safe for the train to travel over the next section of tracks. It was a blessing when the trip was finished in 14 hours and I arrived safely.

[@louisep5178]

How sad for the people of Tanzania that their transport is like this. Thank you for sharing.

[@jamieb5317]

This is your best video I've come across. I felt sorry for you, but was laughing at your situation as well, and felt like I was riding with you. If you've ever read a Paul Theroux book, this felt like one of the type of train journeys he writes about 👍

[@aifaasmith.]

And the kid! Adorableeeeeeee 😍😍😍

[@vascobishop732]

Hi Ben This is a genuine piece of work. Slipping on the sling ladder made me laugh. You are a good man. Please keep it up.

[@BackpackerBen]

Glad you enjoyed it ;)

[@paulcrumley9756]

Never rode a train in Tanzania (actually Tanganyika during my stay there), but did the Kisumu-Kijabe overnighter both ways several times - the trains were in much better condition 60 years ago!

[@BobCrane787]

Are those British made rail carriages?

[@dedewx9550]

​@@BobCrane787 they look brittish

[@berthasithole5485]

😂😂😂this was hilarious 😅😅 thank you for sharing your journey 😂😂😂😂

[@sanaaseif2731]

Man your living your life and exploring and that's good because then you always have stories to tell ! and I'm still laughing 😂 while peeling onions at the Same time...

[@BackpackerBen]

😂😂😂😂

[@valuetraveler2026]

thanks for doing the things that I would never do! Looking forward to the rest of your trip incl. Zanzibar I guess

[@AliOlshan]

Wow, amazing! I know many people dislike being filmed. Wonder what equipment do you use and achieve such great results?!

[@kennzahkennzah5482]

This made my day 😂😂😂Infact my decade. - 5:50 about to get cousy and have suppee - 6:37 Supper - 7:18 Good nights, is it? - 9:20 best ride for a couple

[@opagodaswirling9383]

Just been sharing this video and discussing your experience with friends. I took a 'hard seat ' journey from Lanzhou to Urumqi in north west China in 1990 . I thought it was tough going until I saw your train ! You are probably aware that the BBC have a so-called 'Travel show ' . You put them to shame .

[@BackpackerBen]

Heard China got some tough ones but it’s nothing on africa mate 😆

[@StuartWhelan-up8vs]

Absolutely brilliant watching this in Carlisle Cumbria thanks for sharing Ben looks absolutely awesome 😂😂😂

[@speciex2833]

There are two types of trains The one you took and another train which is called "express", both are totally different in price, experince and confortability...i had the privilege of travelling on both... I would advce you try our express as well very clean and you will enjoy its also two days from kigoma to dar, the train you travelled with is old and the price tag tells it all.

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks for the tips :)

[@BackpackerBen]

Yes I’ve heard the express is way better 🙌🏼

[@elizabethobege1789]

Very good experience, Ihope you have enjoyed your journey

[@vishalbadgal9279]

Omg this a masterpiece video so many memes can be made out😂😂

[@BackpackerBen]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KeithWilliamMacHendry]

That train was absolutely honkin hank howlin, you done well suffering through that & all the door bangers & big mouths outside it Ben lad.

[@FunForYegon]

I will definitely try that train, it looks like an adventure 🤣🤣. Saddened of how dirty it is though. Watching from Kenya.

[@BackpackerBen]

crazyyyyy

[@rcrezwan]

This is not adventure, this is torture lol

[@alexandermutune6131]

Let them do some repairs at least..so long as the train is running.Those torn out seats should be replaced, for instance

[@brbbiobreak]

8:10 and that's why the upper bunk is so neat and shiny

[@DustinBackpacks]

Watching some ads for ya take care!

[@BackpackerBen]

Legend! Thanks mate

[@BackpackerBen]

Legend thanks mate !

[@BackpackerBen]

Legend thanks mate !

[@sibionic]

what a funny, brilliant and eye opening video

[@goldenteotv9118]

I think you should wait for the standard gauge railway

[@martinhinda5233]

Hahahaha

[@janet33465]

I had to watch this twice, was laughing so hard I was crying so couldn’t see anything 😂😂😂 excellent video!!

[@edwintouches]

7:44 Ok guys, the magic starts here! 😂😆🤣🙌

[@BackpackerBen]

🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪

[@AntonioEating]

At least the train left. Here in Germany the DeutscheBahn does not. Gets cancelled very frequently.

[@mtvisionary]

After laughing hysterically as the saw the train detracted and leaving away will he was in it. See and hearing his reaction of the bathroom being a actual hole in the ground had me dying XD.

[@BackpackerBen]

😩

[@kenyandamu]

😂😂😂

[@helenashow1296]

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing travel videos. I discovered your channel through the video you did about my beautiful country Ethiopia 🇪🇹...I now ended up watching most of your videos. This video of yours is by far the funniest 😂 sorry you had to go through that. I now realized ppl who live in America are spoiled including myself. Definitely will be sharing yr video with my fam and friends. Again, thank you

[@BackpackerBen]

Glad you enjoyed 😎

[@tajhaydar4404]

SGR electic train will start soon don’t worry. Maghufulication coming up to save you 👍🇹🇿

[@BackpackerBen]

So I hear 🥲

[@infinitelove3221]

I've never laughed so hard at any video. Love your comment.

[@nabeelsombidah3405]

Those old school trains are casted out, now we have standard gauge trains which are electric powed...😊😊

[@aadilferuzi9763]

i'v taken that train several times the experience is amazing

[@JamesBen937]

Amazing in what way?

[@giraffesinc.2193]

THAT was an amazing video! Now I'm a subscriber!

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@vietkong1]

This reminds of a vacation my family and I took to Kenya back in 2001, that train ur on mirrors the one we took but we had full catering dinner and breakfast in the restaurant car. It took something like 12 -16 hrs from Nairobi to Mombasa, I remember also being so scared of the toilet cos u could see the tracks right underneath 😂 and oh yeah the very last carriage was like a mini jail and that's where the policemen were.

[@BackpackerBen]

Sounds brutal 💀

[@kennethmetion839]

Nairobi Mombasa route has Sgr now,one of the most comfortable train in Africa.

[@annea5781]

I never got to experience that 😕, but I’ve taken the sgr a few times 😊

[@Dedded00000]

Crazy train ride. Great video man.

[@ananyaavarma15]

Omggg 😂😂😂 Does it make me a sadist if I laughed pretty hard at your misery?

[@BackpackerBen]

It’s okay to laugh 😆

[@ananyaavarma15]

@@BackpackerBen okay since you replied, let me just tell you how you're the coolest youtuber ever. we love you and we want more vids. also, come to Mumbai soon?

[@BackpackerBen]

@@ananyaavarma15 Im sure ill visit mumbai again :)

[@JanethSwai-i3d]

​@@BackpackerBenthere are three passengers train in that railway the kind of train you preffered is not good at all another day you try to travel with deluxe train or business train it is good at least 😊😊 but I hope you will come in Kigoma region on 2026 when the SGR will be complete with the minimum travel of 8 hours from dar es salaam to kigoma welcome again ❤❤

[@markbyrne2071]

mate just had a good laugh at this and your molten pizza, great vids.

[@BackpackerBen]

Glad you enjoyed mate! 🙌😜

[@alemlamerry3550]

OMG..😱 Ben so Intersting your Journey 😍👌non stop laughing and so funny 😁😀😂 take care stay safe 👍 God bless you 🙏

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks 🙏🏼 😅🤣

[@revview5594]

Apologies, just saw this, Backpacker Ben, My comment is both late and somewhat off-topic but meant to be helpful. The subject & risks of eating doubtful food is frequently a challenge. Suggest a dietary change to Keto, as you prepare for these trips, which can allow you to fast without any performance limitations easily for 24 and even 48 hours. This way, dreadful train rides can be just that, you don't need to worry about eating on the voyage. Love your stuff, very brave, sensitive, and fun!

[@JBM-l6f]

Many people in the USA, Europe, Canada and other developed countries take so much for granted. God bless Africa. We are a beautiful country with lots of resources and potentials, but our attitude needs to change so that we can improve our standards of living. It starts with me, with you and each person doing what is right for our development. Definitely, good leadership, good governance is so crucial. Some countries are going in the right direction. Majority are still far behind.

[@jwt9032]

OMG that train journey looks awful. I'm surprised it didn't come off the tracks with all the bumping and juddering. And you wouldn't of even thought it was during covid times watching the video. Not long discovered you through Bald and Bankrupt. Loads of videos to binge watch to catch up hehe :-) love what you do

[@andrewyeah3143]

Hey what did you think of bald and bankrupt? He is getting millions of views but I just couldnt get into him after binge watching indigo traveller and Kurt caz. I am enjoying Backpacker Ben though

[@burundishallsmile1day109]

U sound frustrated in respectful way though ! This is Afrika! What did u expect first class for 16$ could look like?? 😊 Thnx 4 sharing anyway!

[@BackpackerBen]

Very true 🥲

[@Zardoz4441]

One should try the train from Bukarest to Cluz (Romania) too! You can walk just next to it and step om board whenever you feel tired.

[@abelmirwatu544]

Welcome to Tanzania again.

[@BackpackerBen]

Thanks 🙏🏼 😅 had a great time

[@SirCarlosMusicBMI]

🌴🌴🌴 Hey 👋🏼 Ben Just wondering 💭 was this one of your first videos?? Blessings,Carlos ✝️🙏❤️😊🇺🇸

[@TOM-C.]

Nothing I like more than watching people subjecting themselves to extreme discomfort! That train, OML! 🤣👍✌ P.S. New sub from Drew's channel, and the comment you made.

[@BackpackerBen]

Welcome aboard! :)

[@whodeycinbengals]

Lmao. I think I laughed for the entirety of your video. All I can say is, thank God I grew up in the USA. I’m very blessed.

[@moviesclips5759]

A lot of buses and planes available there But you choose the cheapest way and you got what you wanted Lol 😂😂😂

[@BackpackerBen]

Plane was like $270 lol Bus would of taken 13 years 🤣

[@moviesclips5759]

@@BackpackerBen 😂😂😂

[@moviesclips5759]

@@BackpackerBen welcome to Dar es salaam ..i expect more vids when you arrive in Dar .. Tanzanians we love you 😍😍

[@BackpackerBen]

@@moviesclips5759 thank you :D

[@muddymkamba352]

@@BackpackerBen with bus from dodoma is just 6 to 7 hrs

[@MaheshWalatara]

Mate do you use one DJI Pocket 2 for all the vlogs? How often do you have recharge battery since battery is not removable?

[@bonita329]

I'm Tanzanian 🇹🇿but i have to lough so loud 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😅😅🤭because i remember lastime i took train i was about 14 years with my parents we were going to a funeral Tanga, And now I'm 38 years old but i living in Europe 🇩🇪deutschland

[@BackpackerBen]

Any trains like this there? 😂

[@bonita329]

@@BackpackerBen never like that train in deutschland 👐🏽😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣😅😅😅

[@bonita329]

@@BackpackerBen not at all🤣😂 our Tanzanian train is really shame🤭🤭

[@sophiamwakila3300]

But this is better than Bangladesh trains.

[@nsrafe4754]

​@@sophiamwakila3300get a life moron 😂

[@JoePsysky]

I checked really good on those outside shots - the wheels on this train are actually round. I expected to see square wheels, mate! How is it possible for a train to be that bumpy???

[@elmoredneal5382]

Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 Well that's an eye opener! 😮 I'm considered "poor" in Canada but I've never seen such conditions in my life! 😮👉 I guess I don't have nearly as much to complain about as I had thought 🤷‍♂️ "Poverty" in Canada looks nothing like what these folks have to put up with 😮 In Canada, that train would be hauled to the scrap yard! 😮 And the owner / operators would be arrested for numerous safety and hygiene violations! 🚨 The other day I was kind of grumbling about the porcelain enamel being chipped away on a few spots inside my toilet bowl 😠👉🚽 But damn! At least my "toilet" isn't literally a hole in the floor! 😮 And at least I don't have to share it with hundreds of other people! 😮 I've just lost my "right" to complain about almost everything! 🤷‍♂️ Other than my health issues, most of my problems are "first world problems" 🙄

[@nawafmohamed5837]

I laughed so hard when you realised its only 15 min and you still have 26 hrs and 45 min to go😂

[@BackpackerBen]

I died a little inside

[@LouisNgatale]

😅 I felt that, that's a journey to remember.... It's a shame though how our trains are, hopefully we get started ASAP with the SGR

[@Mimz1244]

Hahah this was so funny..have watched all the videos for your trip in Tz..but this was FUNNY..sorry Weclome to Kenya

[@BackpackerBen]

thanks for watching :)

[@mikethobiasikisanga4655]

mbona anatutia aibu hivyo mabewa aya fanyiwa ukarabati hii sio sawa kwa watuy wa kigoma machafu sanaaa!!!!

[@KevoMazziwa]

Ni hali ilivyooo ndugu