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Get the best of both worlds on a value-for-money Great Migration safari
If you’re contemplating a Great Migration safari, but you’d like an experience that couples rustic simplicity with a certain amount of glamour, then a value-for-money safari is perfect for you. Whether you’re travelling alone or as a family, this approach to an African adventure means…
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IN PICTURES: The Great Migration calving season
The Great Migration exodus starts in January and March from the Ngorongoro and Serengeti Conservation in Tanzania, where over 500,000 new calves are born during the calving season. Enormous herds of zebras and wildebeests are seen grazing on the fresh grass. When the supply soon becomes…
Lodge Review | RockFig Safari Lodge, Timbavati Game Reserve
Allow us to introduce the brand new, RockFig Safari Lodge. Located in the Timbavati Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, this cool, contemporary lodge creates a contrast between the 30 000 acres of fenced wilderness around you and the boutique experience of your stay. Six…
10 need-to-know things about the Serengeti in Tanzania
The Serengeti could very well be the mecca of all national parks. With wildlife happenings which possess a certain fanfare that could be compared to major sporting events. It’s no wonder that the area is a national treasure to the Eastern African country of Tanzania and is situated on the…
WATCH: Zambia vs Botswana
Should you go to Zambia or Botswana? The choice depends entirely on the type of holiday you prefer. Both countries are extremely safe and have excellent wildlife and national parks, but each is suited to a slightly different type of traveller. Which premium destination would you choose?…
A short guide to North and South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park is arguably the best wildlife-viewing destination if you’re going on a safari in Zambia. It has a number of excellent lodges and tented camps, with more budget accommodation available just outside the park at Mfuwe Bridge. This Mfuwe section of the park gets…
18 things you’ll need to know before booking a Great Wildebeest Migration safari
To help you experience the Great Wildebeest Migration in all its glory, you’re going to need answers to the questions floating around in your head. With the help of East Africa expert, Karl lived and worked in East Africa for almost two decades, we’ve answered 18 of the most popular…
Camp Review | Sala’s Camp, Masai Mara
Under a canopy of trees, overlooking the Sand River is Sala’s Camp. Renowned for their warm hospitality, service excellence and outstanding field guides and trackers, Sala is the ideal camp for wildlife seekers of all ages. Accommodating twenty guests at a time, the seven luxury tents…
WATCH: Kenya vs Uganda
Kenya and Uganda might be neighbouring countries but the safari experiences, climate and geography differ greatly. Kenya is a better destination than Uganda when it comes to quality Big Five sightings and plains wildlife in general. Its game reserves tend to be far larger than their…
Three of the most romantic destinations in Kenya
Generally, Africa is a top choice for nature-loving romantics. Kenya especially has long been a choice destination for couples wanting to converge romance with spectacular safari experiences. Kenya is a country where falling in love all over again is as easy as spotting a wildebeest. The…
River Crossing seclusion in the Masai Mara and the Serengeti Plains
September is your last chance to see the epic Mara River crossings in the Serengeti or Masai Mara. Most of the herds have already crossed into the Masai Mara and one can experience Mara River crossings back and forth continuously. The two camps below are designed to allow maximum exposure…