The tropical island of Mauritius is one of Southern Africa’s most visited islands. Considered a premium honeymoon destination, this little island paradise offers guests sparkling and clear waters, powder beaches and your pick of luxury accommodation. It’s not limited to romantics however,…
The coastal city of Cape Town truly comes alive during the festive season. It’s the height of summer and as any local knows, this is the best time to spend your summer enjoying cheese and wine in the farmlands on the outskirts of the city. Cape Town boasts a wide variety of cheese and…
We’ve had a very successful year at Discover Africa. Here are a few of 2018’s travel trends and some insights for 2019.... Southern Africa was the hottest region for African travel in 2018 South Africa, Botswana and Namibia were our top Southern Africa destinations in 2018. Great…
If you’re looking for safari accommodation that blends serenity with service, luxury with laid-back flair, then a visit to Tarangire Treetops in Tanzania is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Located within the prestigious Tarangire National Park, Elewana Collection’s Tarangire Treetops lodge…
This year’s National Geographic Travel Photography winners stunned yet again across three categories; Nature, Cities and People. Be inspired by the top three Nature category winners: First: Mermaid Humpback whale off Kumejima Island, Japan Reiko Takanashi "I was fortunate to have…
The southern plains of the Serengeti turn green after the November rains, and fresh grazing is just what the wildebeest need for their energy-demanding calving season: several hundred thousand wildebeest are about to be born and it’s going to get busy. The season is short-lived but epic in…
People have been flocking to the banks of the Chobe River to fly-fish in the incredible waters for such a long time, it’s no wonder this is one of the best experiences to be had in Botswana. The Chobe river has its origins in Angola where it is called the Cuando River. As it snakes its way…
No safari is complete without a photograph of the majestic splendour of an African elephant. We can guarantee that seeing one of these enormous beasts in their natural environment will be one of the best things you will ever see. These huge animals are so intelligent that they can recognize…
In Uganda’s southwestern corner, the lush, mountainous forest of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest conserves the country’s most alluring natural asset: around 400 mountain gorillas, or half of the world’s remaining wild population. Most people come to Bwindi – Uganda’s most popular tourist…
Uganda is the place where the Eastern and Western frontiers of the world's most vibrant continent converge. Here you will find dense and lush forests while at the same time tread on patches of arid savannah before finally bumping on an array of gorgeous waterfalls, expansive tea…
Queen Elizabeth National Park, the second largest and most biodiverse park in Uganda, is the country’s most popular safari destination. Located in western Uganda close to the Rwenzori Mountains, the park encompasses a huge array of different landscapes, including wetlands, swamps and crater…