So if someone offered a modest, expenses-paid trip to Africa you'd refuse? Africa's a huge place and there are plenty of countries within it that appear safe to travel. Based on your comment I doubt it would be hard to exceed your expectations.
My uncle was a hobby botanist and had some great stories about his trips to Africa. He also had some horrifying stories about travel companions dying, getting malaria, etc. I'd like to go someday.
Dats raycis.