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Southern Africa 

How to Plan a Multi-Country African Safari in Southern Africa

Planning a family safari across two or more countries can feel exciting,...

23 Oct 2026

South Africa 

5 Of the Best Spots for Bird-Watching in South Africa

Kruger National Park, De Hoop Nature Reserve, iSimangaliso Wetland Park, and Kariega...

21 Oct 2026

Southern Africa Uganda 

Birding for Beginners: An African Safari Guide

For many travellers, an African safari begins with a dream of the...

20 Oct 2026

South Africa 

Safaris Near Cape Town: How to Pair City Exploration with Wilderness

Cape Town is an undeniable highlight on any South African journey; however,...

16 Oct 2026

Botswana Kenya South Africa Zambia 

Silent Safari: How Electric Safari Vehicles are Changing African Safaris

The leopard shifts on its branch, one paw dangling over the side....

15 Oct 2026

Kenya Tanzania 

Safaris and Conservation: How Your Journey Protects and Supports Africa

Behind the unforgettable encounter of Africa’s wild front and iconic scenery lies...

13 Oct 2026

South Africa 

Best Travel Apps for South Africa: 6 Worth Downloading Before You Go

You won’t give the apps on your phone much thought in South...

9 Oct 2026

Rwanda Uganda 

What to Pack for Gorilla Trekking

Forty minutes into a climb through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda or...

7 Oct 2026

Botswana 

The Best Time to Visit the Okavango Delta: A Season-by-Season Botswana Guide

Ask anyone who has flown low over the Okavango Delta, watching the...

6 Oct 2026

Discover Africa Through Travellers' Stories

These stories capture the real magic of Africa – where every journey becomes a chapter worth sharing.

The true magic, though, is with the people. They’re not just staff; they’re my friends, my family.

JJ Towler

United States

Matthys Van Aswegen

JJ Towler's journey was crafted with the expertise of Matthys Van Aswegen

I went to Africa to help my parents check a box, but I returned with a new perspective on my own life. Africa is no longer a "someday" destination for me; it’s a "must-return".

Steven

United States

Vihann Van Wyk

Steven's journey was crafted with the expertise of Vihann Van Wyk

We trusted our guide implicitly as we sat mere metres from elephants, lions, and hippos.

Cathy & Debb

Canada

Vihann Van Wyk

Cathy & Debb's journey was crafted with the expertise of Vihann Van Wyk

The Serengeti offered us sights we had never witnessed before, such as the surreal image of lions lounging high in the trees

Cathy & Nat

Canada

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"Absolutely fantastic trip. Excellent accommodation. The Discover Africa team did a great job. Follow up and support while we were on safari. Vehicles was good. Drivers Excellent. Trip of a lifetime."

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"We are based in Sydney and had our initial conversation with Cayleigh Brown by video. She came back to us with a proposed itinerary and was very accommodating of one of our guests who uses a wheelchair. The iitinerary was fantastic and built so that each..."

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"From the very beginning, Bianca was a wonderful help in planning our South African safari. Her knowledge, attention to detail, and thoughtful recommendations made our trip truly exceptional. Becks Safari Lodge was, in our group’s opinion, a six-star expe..."

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"Going to south and central Africa was a bucket list item for me and booking a big and expensive trip always feels a bit risky and you hope you have made the right choice. Booking with Discover Africa was fantastic from beginning to end! Our trip coordina..."

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"Justin planned the best safari for our honeymoon. Everything was coordinated smoothly and the arrangements could not have been better. We are hoping to take another trip to South Africa in the future and will be using Discover Africa again. Justin was avail..."

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"I was recommended Discover Africa by a friend who raved about them for their African Safari adventure and they didn't disappoint. From the start the communication was timely, despite the time zone difference, and the advice was thorough and precise. It seem..."

Stephen Suster, Australia•18 Jan 2026•

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