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South Africa 

The rise of astro tourism in Africa

A resurgence in cosmic stargazing has seen a marked increase in astro...

10 May 2024

Tanzania 

The Top 10 Best Luxury Lodges in Tanzania

A safari wonderland, Tanzania is home to a few of the continent’s...

10 May 2024

South Africa 

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

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

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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