ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Budapest-Bamako

Okay kiddo, so Budapest-Bamako is a really cool adventure rally that happens every year. It's kind of like a big road trip with a bunch of people from all over the world who love exploring and having fun together.

Basically, teams of people get together and plan their route from Budapest (which is the capital city of Hungary) to Bamako (which is the capital city of Mali, a country in Africa). They can choose how they want to get there - by car, truck, motorcycle, or even bus - and they have to drive through all kinds of different terrain and conditions.

Sometimes they have to go through the mountains, or across deserts, or through jungles! And along the way they might encounter all kinds of challenges, like broken down vehicles or tricky situations that test their problem-solving skills.

But the best part about Budapest-Bamako is that it's not just about the rally itself. The teams also get to do a lot of good along the way. They stop in different towns and cities and help out with things like building schools or delivering medical supplies to people in need.

It's a really awesome adventure that not only lets people have fun and explore new places, but also makes a big difference in the world.