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What would you like to see?
- Big five
- Wildebeest Migration
- Zebra Migration
- Bat Migration
- Gorillas
- Birds
- Island
- Beaches
- City life
- Marine life
- Victoria falls
- Mount kilimanjaro
- Deserts
- Waterfalls
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What would you like to experience?
- Cultural tours
- Horseback safaris
- Mobile camping
- Hot air ballooning
- Family safaris
- Diving & snorkelling
- Food tours
- Hiking & mountain trekking
- Malaria-free safaris
- Photography tours
- Whale-watching
- Fishing
- Train safaris
- Mokoro safaris
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Botswana
Botswana primary attraction is its vast wilderness. From the endless palm-covered islands of the Okavango Delta, to the moonscape saltpans of
the Makgadikgadi region, it is the perfect destination for anyone seeking pristine, unfenced surroundings.
Botswana offers some unique highlights found in very few other countries in Africa. Large trumpeting herds of elephants are perhaps what the country is famous for, but it is also home to the rare African wild dog, the red lechwe and countless birds. Don't miss out on the zebra migration, the red sands of the Central Kalahari that hides black-maned lions in its folds, and the Tuli Block, a leopard's favourite hunting ground.
The perfect photographic and filmakers' destination, and an educational wonderland for kids.
Botswana offers some unique highlights found in very few other countries in Africa. Large trumpeting herds of elephants are perhaps what the country is famous for, but it is also home to the rare African wild dog, the red lechwe and countless birds. Don't miss out on the zebra migration, the red sands of the Central Kalahari that hides black-maned lions in its folds, and the Tuli Block, a leopard's favourite hunting ground.
The perfect photographic and filmakers' destination, and an educational wonderland for kids.
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Honeymoons
Africa is a romantic destination worth visiting. From the sun-kissed beaches of its islands, to bushveld luxury,
the continent offers off-the-beaten-track romance.
Spend your days exploring cities, marvelling at a wildlife sighting that you'll never experience anywhere else in the world, and make friendships that last a lifetime with some of the warmest and friendliest people in the world. Highlights include serenity on the private island of Bazaruto in the Mozambique archipelago, beach picnics, nights spent stargazing beneath the jewelled African sky, and the unique magic of golden sunsets with sundowners in hand.
Spend your days exploring cities, marvelling at a wildlife sighting that you'll never experience anywhere else in the world, and make friendships that last a lifetime with some of the warmest and friendliest people in the world. Highlights include serenity on the private island of Bazaruto in the Mozambique archipelago, beach picnics, nights spent stargazing beneath the jewelled African sky, and the unique magic of golden sunsets with sundowners in hand.
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Chobe National Park
Enter wonderland. For many, the focal point of this famous park is the flashing blue Chobe River itself.
It's described as one of Africa's most beautiful rivers, winking at the world through its fringes of
jackalberry and ana trees. The Chobe National Park is the ultimate haven for vast herds of elephant too.
Visitors flock to the river for thrilling tigerfishing experiences and sundowner cruises. Lucky guests cruising along the river can see lion on the banks, and rotund hippopotamuses slumber and wallow in the shallows. Every so often a slug of a croc will be seen, basking in the sun like all reptiles love to do, cooling themselves after a hot day in the scorching African sun. A wonderful getaway for families and solo travellers.
Visitors flock to the river for thrilling tigerfishing experiences and sundowner cruises. Lucky guests cruising along the river can see lion on the banks, and rotund hippopotamuses slumber and wallow in the shallows. Every so often a slug of a croc will be seen, basking in the sun like all reptiles love to do, cooling themselves after a hot day in the scorching African sun. A wonderful getaway for families and solo travellers.
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Mobile Camping
Whether you choose to rough it, or camp out in luxury, mobile camping is a great way to reconnect with
nature in an authentic way. The roar of a lion just after sunset or the trickling stream nearby makes this a popular safari activity.
Mobile camps started in East Africa and the trend moved south from Kenya to Tanzania. While not that common in Southern Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe has pioneered the experience, so if glamping is your idea of the perfect safari, then this is the experience that will suit you best. Most camps are set up in exclusive wilderness sites that are far from the crowds and they allow you to explore the wildlife areas with the same group of people and the same guide throughout your journey ensuring continuity, familiarity and a personal camaraderie.
Mobile camps started in East Africa and the trend moved south from Kenya to Tanzania. While not that common in Southern Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe has pioneered the experience, so if glamping is your idea of the perfect safari, then this is the experience that will suit you best. Most camps are set up in exclusive wilderness sites that are far from the crowds and they allow you to explore the wildlife areas with the same group of people and the same guide throughout your journey ensuring continuity, familiarity and a personal camaraderie.
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Kenya
Kenya is undoubtedly one of Africa's finest Big Five and big cat destinations. But it has a great deal more to
offer than just safaris. Here you will find the sultry Indian Ocean coastline, mysterious mediaeval ruins,
dense tropical jungles, and traditional Swahili port towns.
Kenya is a world of wonder, from Mount Kenya is a great alternative to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, camelback safaris in a seemingly endless wilderness and hot air ballooning over the vast acacia-dotted landscapes. Not to forget the thrilling Wildebeest Migration, which accumulates into a show-stopping cross of the Mara River.
Other highlights include Amboseli National Park; an elephant haven. The iconic image of herds crossing the beneath the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in neighbouring Tanzania is the picture-perfect example of Kenya's inherent beauty.
Kenya is a world of wonder, from Mount Kenya is a great alternative to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, camelback safaris in a seemingly endless wilderness and hot air ballooning over the vast acacia-dotted landscapes. Not to forget the thrilling Wildebeest Migration, which accumulates into a show-stopping cross of the Mara River.
Other highlights include Amboseli National Park; an elephant haven. The iconic image of herds crossing the beneath the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in neighbouring Tanzania is the picture-perfect example of Kenya's inherent beauty.
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Kruger National Park
It is easy to see why the Kruger National Park is consistently rated as one of the top safari destinations in Africa.
This enormous park is not only home to the famous Big Five, but it also boasts an incredibly diverse African savanna biome.
One of the most popular destinations in Southern Africa, this landlocked wildlife wonderland is arguably South Africa's flagship attraction, catering for self-drivers, luxury-seekers and even those who prefer to rough it.
The highest concentration of leopard can be found here, so if these big cats are a must-see for you, this is the place to be. Extend your Kruger safari by including a coastal trip along the country's 2850 kilometres of coastline.
One of the most popular destinations in Southern Africa, this landlocked wildlife wonderland is arguably South Africa's flagship attraction, catering for self-drivers, luxury-seekers and even those who prefer to rough it.
The highest concentration of leopard can be found here, so if these big cats are a must-see for you, this is the place to be. Extend your Kruger safari by including a coastal trip along the country's 2850 kilometres of coastline.
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Madagascar
As far as genuinely fascinating destinations go, you can't beat Madagascar. Beyond the exported images of baobabs
and beaches are ancient forests and wetlands filled with peculiar creatures, secret bays once bedevilled by pirates
and crumbling citadels built by feuding kings and queens. And that's just the start.
In terms of marine life, Madagascar shares much of its variety with the western shores of Africa. Perennial visitors include hawksbill and green turtles, and humpback whales frequent its eastern bays on their mid-year migration from Antarctica. The split from Gondwanaland eons ago made this large island a hub of curiosities, species that have evolved to adapt and survive, in the most unusual ways.
The famous lemurs are a highlight, including the otherwordly tsingy rock formations, intruiging people and the bustling city of Antananarivo. Experiencing all that Madagascar has to offer would take even the most expedient traveller at least a year. Get lost in this island of wonder.
In terms of marine life, Madagascar shares much of its variety with the western shores of Africa. Perennial visitors include hawksbill and green turtles, and humpback whales frequent its eastern bays on their mid-year migration from Antarctica. The split from Gondwanaland eons ago made this large island a hub of curiosities, species that have evolved to adapt and survive, in the most unusual ways.
The famous lemurs are a highlight, including the otherwordly tsingy rock formations, intruiging people and the bustling city of Antananarivo. Experiencing all that Madagascar has to offer would take even the most expedient traveller at least a year. Get lost in this island of wonder.
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Mauritius
Mark Twain once said: "You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first and then heaven was copied after Mauritius."
This paradise on Earth is the kind of tropical island fantasies are made of. Underwater adventures are a big draw, with
snorkelling and scuba diving spots all over the island.
Mauritius is a unique mix of French, British, Indian, Chinese and Creole people and has a fascinating history spanning centuries. Lying off the coast of East Africa, Mauritius has something to offer just about everyone, from couples looking for romantic experiences, families in search of outdoors activities for kids, and adventure seekers who want to have an active, exciting holiday.
Mauritius is a unique mix of French, British, Indian, Chinese and Creole people and has a fascinating history spanning centuries. Lying off the coast of East Africa, Mauritius has something to offer just about everyone, from couples looking for romantic experiences, families in search of outdoors activities for kids, and adventure seekers who want to have an active, exciting holiday.
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Mount Kilimanjaro
The name Kilimanjaro is a mystery and is thought to mean “Mountain of Light” or “Mountain of Greatness”. No one is quite sure, but what is not under
dispute is that Mount Kilimanjaro at 5895 metres (19,336 feet) is the highest peak on the African continent and tallest freestanding mountain on earth.
This majestic mountain can be found inside the Kilimanjaro National Park with its slopes and glaciers towering high above the clouds. Kilimanjaro is highly attractive to hikers for being the highest mountain anywhere in the world that can be ascended by ordinary tourists without specialised mountaineering experience or equipment.
But the ascent is also very scenic, and it climbs through a diverse series of vegetation zones notable for their rich flora and fauna.
This majestic mountain can be found inside the Kilimanjaro National Park with its slopes and glaciers towering high above the clouds. Kilimanjaro is highly attractive to hikers for being the highest mountain anywhere in the world that can be ascended by ordinary tourists without specialised mountaineering experience or equipment.
But the ascent is also very scenic, and it climbs through a diverse series of vegetation zones notable for their rich flora and fauna.
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Mozambique
With its unique cultural blend, great food and sublime seas, Mozambique has a strong claim to the best beach holiday in Africa.
You will likely have entire beaches to yourself. The north of the country is harder to reach and quieter still, and inland the wildlife parks see only a
trickle of adventurous guests.
Mozambique, while one of the more rustic and rural destinations in Southern Africa, and this lack of development has simply added to the charm. azaruto and the Quirimbas, are among the best in the world for ‘barefoot luxury’ breaks. Scattered up and down the mainland beaches, you’ll find high-quality, affordable lodges, secluded villas and attractive family hotels. It is perhaps the honeymooners and couples looking for an intimate retreat that will be drawn to this stunning coastal paradise.
Mozambique, while one of the more rustic and rural destinations in Southern Africa, and this lack of development has simply added to the charm. azaruto and the Quirimbas, are among the best in the world for ‘barefoot luxury’ breaks. Scattered up and down the mainland beaches, you’ll find high-quality, affordable lodges, secluded villas and attractive family hotels. It is perhaps the honeymooners and couples looking for an intimate retreat that will be drawn to this stunning coastal paradise.
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Okavango Delta
The oasis of the Okavango Delta is the jewel in Botswana’s magnificent crown. A wildlife wonderland, it’s been called the last Eden
of Africa – a tribute to its splendour, a conservation success story.
The Okavango Delta is one of the world’s best wildlife regions, not just for its great game viewing, but as a general triumph in conservation. Much of its success is down to tireless, careful management and an overriding conviction that successes must be shared. Botswana has long operated a low-density tourism model, allowing a limited number of camps and lodges to operate in the area. Travel down the myriad of waterways in a mokoro, camp out in the open or enjoy spectacular views in a luxury lodge, tribute to the unqiue Botswana experience that guests have come to know and love.
Perfect for tourists who want to experience one fo the planet's last oases.
The Okavango Delta is one of the world’s best wildlife regions, not just for its great game viewing, but as a general triumph in conservation. Much of its success is down to tireless, careful management and an overriding conviction that successes must be shared. Botswana has long operated a low-density tourism model, allowing a limited number of camps and lodges to operate in the area. Travel down the myriad of waterways in a mokoro, camp out in the open or enjoy spectacular views in a luxury lodge, tribute to the unqiue Botswana experience that guests have come to know and love.
Perfect for tourists who want to experience one fo the planet's last oases.
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Rwanda
Rwanda is, quite simply, the best place in Africa to engage in what is arguably the world’s single most thrilling wildlife encounter: tracking
mountain gorillas through the steep bamboo- and forest-swathed slopes of the Virunga Mountains.
but this African country has far more to offer.
The mountain-ringed inland sea that is Lake Kivu, the perfect volcanic cones of the Virungas, and the endless succession of steep cultivated mountains that have led to it being dubbed the "Switzerland of Africa". Then there is Akagera National Park, Rwanda's only protected savannah and is the perfect complement to a trek through the forests of the better-known Volcanoes and Nyungwe National Parks in search of gorillas and chimpanzees.
The mountain-ringed inland sea that is Lake Kivu, the perfect volcanic cones of the Virungas, and the endless succession of steep cultivated mountains that have led to it being dubbed the "Switzerland of Africa". Then there is Akagera National Park, Rwanda's only protected savannah and is the perfect complement to a trek through the forests of the better-known Volcanoes and Nyungwe National Parks in search of gorillas and chimpanzees.
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Serengeti
Tanzania's Serengeti National Park is the safari destination that most people dream of. This massive wilderness area offers
one of the continent's best wildlife viewing experiences and the dramatic spectacle of the most spectacular animal movement on the
planet; the Great Migration. Millions of wildebeest make the annual circular journey from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara in search of
food and nutrients, the largest mammal migration on earth.
The Serengeti, however, is more than simply the Great Migration. It offers a plethora of unique landscapes that seem to go on forever, playing host to all of the Big Five, no matter where you go. Then there is the Ngorongoro Crater. A natural world wonder, UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest ancient caldera on the planet. It serves as the hunting grounds for big predators and the elusive Black rhino.
The Serengeti, however, is more than simply the Great Migration. It offers a plethora of unique landscapes that seem to go on forever, playing host to all of the Big Five, no matter where you go. Then there is the Ngorongoro Crater. A natural world wonder, UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest ancient caldera on the planet. It serves as the hunting grounds for big predators and the elusive Black rhino.
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Photographic Safaris
African natural beauty brings photographers and filmakers from all over the world to the continent to document stunning vistas and wildlife.
The most popular experience for photographers is surely the Great Migration, with birding and Big Five safaris among the most popular.
Several safari tours focus on photographic experiences, whether you're an amateur or professional. If you don't have your own equipment,
or are reluctant to lug it halfway across the world, certain lodges and camps will loan you equipment during your stay. Don't forget to
bring your own memory card to preserve the beauty of the Africa forever.
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Microlight flights
Victoria Falls is the adventure capital of Southern Africa. A microlight flight over the falls is a truly phenonemal way to
experience the "Smoke that Thunders". This thrilling activity is unique to this destination, and allows you to capture a bird's eye view of the magnificence
of the this world wonder.
One person and an experienced pilot will take a 15-minute microlight flight over the Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. A 30-minute microlight flight will take you over the Victoria Falls, the Batoka Gorge, the Zambezi River and the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Are you brave enough to try it?
One person and an experienced pilot will take a 15-minute microlight flight over the Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. A 30-minute microlight flight will take you over the Victoria Falls, the Batoka Gorge, the Zambezi River and the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Are you brave enough to try it?
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Cape Winelands
Some of the oldest vineyards in the world can be found in the surrounds of Cape Town. Picture-perfect scenery gives way to old Dutch-style estates,
award-winning cuisine and superb wine tasting.
While stunning all year round, the best time to visit the Cape Winelands is during the warmer months of the year between November and February. There is nothing more refreshing than a glass of Rosé or Sauvignon as you gaze across the green and mountainous region that is a source of local pride. Various festivals are held here annually, celebrating all things cheese, wine and literature.
While stunning all year round, the best time to visit the Cape Winelands is during the warmer months of the year between November and February. There is nothing more refreshing than a glass of Rosé or Sauvignon as you gaze across the green and mountainous region that is a source of local pride. Various festivals are held here annually, celebrating all things cheese, wine and literature.
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Big Cat Safari
Africa's big cats include leopards, lions and while not part of the Big Five, the endangered cheetah.
The Masai Mara is in particular a big cat hotspot, followed closely by the Serengeti in Tanzania, and the Kruger National Park in South Africa.
Botswana is home to the famous Marsh Lion Pride. These lions are highly skilled in navigating the watery world of the Okavango. They are unique in that they have been documented bringing down elephants calves and the weaker memebers of a herd. Also deserving special mention are the Kalahari's black-maned lions, unique in their desert-adapted looks and hunting behaviour.
Botswana is home to the famous Marsh Lion Pride. These lions are highly skilled in navigating the watery world of the Okavango. They are unique in that they have been documented bringing down elephants calves and the weaker memebers of a herd. Also deserving special mention are the Kalahari's black-maned lions, unique in their desert-adapted looks and hunting behaviour.
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Uganda
"For magnificence, for variety of form and colour, for profusion of brilliant life - bird, insect, reptile, beast for vast scale - Uganda is truly
'the Pearl of Africa'". Winston Churchill penned these words about Uganda in 1907, and more than a century later, they still ring true.
Uganda is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries: home to 13 types of primates and 330 mammals, of which six are found nowhere else, as well as
more than 1000 bird species, it also encompasses a startling range of landscapes.
The country conserves half of the world’s remaining wild mountain gorilla population, and tracking these magnificent primates in their wild habitat is one of
the most memorable wildlife experiences on the planet.
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Fishing
Fishing the waters of Africa is a thrilling experience. Whether you're on a boat in the middle of the Indian Ocean catching Dorado or Yellowfin tuna, or simply throwing out a
line from a boat on the Chobe River, young and old will love the sheer variety of marine life and water life found on the continent.
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Zambia
It is the sheer remoteness of Zambia's many wonderful wilderness regions that makes it such an excellent and repeatable safari destination.
Home of the walking safari.
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Zanzibar
Few world destinations conjure such exotic visions as the spice islands of Zanzibar. Look beyond its postcard-perfect beaches, turquoise seas and stunning luxury
lodges and this archetypal island paradise is so much more than it first appears.
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Family Safaris
Africa is a wonderful place for family safaris. Most lodges and camps offer specialised activities for kids and offers them the
chance to learn about our incredible planet. Choose a Malaria free destination for peace of mind.
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Train Safaris
The luxurious Rovos Rail has been touring Southern Africa for 30 years. Sit back and relax to the udulating landscapes on an authentic safari that follows the footsteps of the first visitors of old to this stunning continent.
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South Africa
No other country in Africa offers a diversity of attractions to rival South Africa. This "World in one country" is one of the continent's finest Big Five destinations.
The countries coast line is one of the most varied in the world, studded with idyllic sun-kissed swimming beaches.
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Tanzania
From the high snowy peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru to the palm tree fringed Indian Ocean islands of Zanzibar and Pemba,
Tanzania quite simply has it all.
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Malaria-free Safaris
South Africa offers a variety of game reserves and parks that are malaria free, including the stunning city of Cape Town and surrounds.
Let the adventure begin with peace of mind.
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Big Five Safari
A highlight of a tour to Africa is seeing the Big Five in real life. Learn about their behaviour and struggle for survival in
the African wilderness. A life-changing experience.
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Cape Town
On the southern tip of Africa sits an almost impossibly picturesque city at the foot of a great flat mountain. The thriving waters of the Atlantic
Ocean wash onto its stunning beaches, as pristine today as when the first explorers discovered the "fairest Cape of them all". Cape Town teems with culture, world-class
food and ample adventures for the whole family.
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Wildebeest Migration
The Wildebest Migration is arguably the most incredible event on the planet. From the touching calving season to the perilous Mara River crossings, this is a bucket list event that beggars belief.
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Masai Mara
Kenya's flagship park, the Masai Mara National Reserve, is one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations where quintessential safari landscapes of vast acacia-dotted savannas teem with animals. The stellar highlight of the Masai Mara is, without a doubt, the Great Migration.
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Etosha National Park
Unlike the rest of our beleaguered planet, there are more large mammals in this part of Namibia than there are people. A considerable number stroll around the startling expanses of Etosha,
including the densest population of endangered black rhinoceros in the world. Justifiably a top safari destination all year round.
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Gorilla Trekking
Rwanda and Uganda are the best places on earth for Mountain gorilla trekking. The lush forests hide the last remaining gorillas on the planet. Meet them on a quest that will change your life forever.
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Walking Safari
Bush walks are almost guaranteed to be part of your safari itinerary. Walk the veld with trained guides to get closer to wildlife and the smaller, less easily noticed secrets of the African bush.
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Beach Holidays
African is home to superb coastlines and multiple islands dotted near the continent. East and West converge to mix both the Indian and Atlantic Oceans,
making for different experiences no matter where you go.
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Namibia
A blockbuster combination of sublime landscapes that will make you feel like you are on another planet, intruiging wildlife viewing, a host of fascinating desert-adapted
plants and animals and jaw-dropping natural wonders make Namibia a country you will never forget.
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Houseboat Safaris
Africa's plethora of rivers and waterways makes a houseboat safari an exciting way to experience the majestic beauty of the continent. The Zambezi River is a favourite,
as well as the Chobe in Botswana and the stunning Lake Kariba.
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Hot air ballooning
Only a selected few lodges and camps offer hot air ballooning safaris. The wonder of a sunset from the sky, with the expansive African earth below makes this the ultimate safari experience.
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Victoria Falls
Spanning Zimbabwe and Zambia, Victoria Falls is one of Africa's most spectacular natural sights: there is not much to beat the biggest sheet
of falling water on Earth cascading with an astounding roar down cliffs speckled with lush forest into the mighty Zambezi River more than 100 metres below.
Known as the "Smoke that thunders", Victoria Falls is so forceful that the spray sent up by the plunging water rises so high up that it can be seen from 50
kilometres away: an incredible spectacle of the raw power of nature.
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Shark cage diving
South Africa's Atlantic Ocean is home to the fascination Great White shark, a ferocious but misunderstood fish. The Garden Route along the Western Cape
is the best place to see these creatures underwater, on their turf.
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Dhow cruise
Dhow boats are traditional vessels that have been used by locals for transporting goods and fishing for centuries.
Zanzibar and Mozambique offer cruises and expeditions into the torquoise ether that is the Indian Ocean.
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Cape Malay cooking
The Bokaap neighbourhood, situated in the picturesque Cape Town is a community built on the history of culture in the city.
The famous colourful homes welcome you to experience traditional Cape Malay cuisine, and learn how to make it too.
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Zambezi river cruise
Crusing down the placid waters of the Zambezi, sundowner in hand as the pink sunset lights up the sky is the kind of relaxing calm that cannot be replicated anywhere else.
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Shark breaching experience
South Africa's marine life world is rich and fascinating. The interplay of life,
death and birth makes this one of the best places on earth to observe Great White sharks. See them along the magnificent Garden Route.
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Whale watching in Hermanus
Meet the giants of the ocean along the pristine Cape coast of South Africa. As the best land-based whale watching spot in the world,
the quaint seaside town of Hermanus is the best place to have this incredible experience.
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Zimbabwe
What sets Zimbabwe apart from its southern African neighbours is the chance to experience superb game viewing without the crowds. Even in Hwange National Park, the most popular reserve in Zimbabwe, you will see few other tourists - a very different experience to famous parks in other countries, where traffic jams at a roadside sighting can dampen the feeling of being in the wilderness.