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The Karoo, South Africa’s Most Underrated Destination

The Karoo, South Africa’s most underrated destination, is an enchanting hinterland echoing...

10 May 2024

South Africa

Travel Tips: 12 hours in Durban

The coastal city of Durban is located in the Kwazulu-Natal Province of...

10 May 2024

Uganda

5 luxury accommodation establishments to stay at in Uganda

Uganda is a country of absolute natural beauty and it has been...

10 May 2024

South Africa

Safari photography: an amateur’s guide to getting your first wildlife shot

So you are going on safari and you want to take a...

10 May 2024

Zimbabwe

10 reasons why you should visit the Victoria Falls

Featuring as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the...

10 May 2024

Botswana

Botswana – The Most Romantic Destination In the World

If you are caught between a rock and a hard place on...

10 May 2024

South Africa

Five Reasons why you Should Visit the Manyeleti Game Reserve

Situated on the South West part of the famous Kruger Park, Manyeleti...

10 May 2024

Rwanda

Your Rwanda safari questions, answered

We answer some of your FAQs: Is Rwanda safe? Yes, Rwanda is...

10 May 2024

Zambia

6 of the Best Eco-Friendly Lodges in Zambia

Located in the heart of Southern Africa, Zambia is a vast country...

10 May 2024

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Discover Africa Through Travellers' Stories

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

JJ Towler

United States

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

Aerial view of elephants roaming the Okavango Delta, Botswana.

14 days

2 countries

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

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

14 days

3 countries

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

Cathy & Debb

Canada

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

16 days

2 countries

Elephant bulls walking in the Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe.

A leopard standing among the tall grass.

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

Cathy & Nat's journey was crafted with the expertise of Susan Veldman

A lioness taking a nap high up on a tree branch.

10 days

2 countries

A huge herd of wildebeest grazing on the grass.

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"We had a truly magical safari experience perfectly planned & organised for us by Susan Veldman at Discover Africa. We flew from Cape Town to Hoedspruit and then seamlessly transferred to the most beautiful lodge in the Karongwe private game reserve. ..."

David Forbes, United Kingdom•03 Feb 2026•

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"I chose a travel agency for four reasons. Years in business, quantity and quality of reviews, customisability, and local expertise. Discover Africa and my agent, Adelle, met or exceeded all expectations. I gave Adelle my budget and modified one of their sug..."

Thomas, Costa Rica•12 Sep 2025•

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Carla, Italy•26 Aug 2025•

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Steve Moorhouse, Australia•02 Aug 2025•

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