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East Africa 

Great Migration Floods Impact: What Safari-Goers Need to Know

Concerns are high that the Great Migration, one of nature’s most spectacular...

10 Feb 2024

Tanzania 

Luxury Camp: Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp

Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp is a deluxe camp with 12 beautiful tented...

9 Feb 2024

Kruger National Park 

11 Of The Most Luxurious Accommodations Near Kruger National Park

Nothing comes close to the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem for some...

9 Feb 2024

South Africa 

FGASA Becomes Professional Body, Elevating South African Safari Guides

Becoming a field guide in South Africa is changing, with the Field...

9 Feb 2024

Uganda Kenya 

A Guide for Responsible Gorilla Trekking Etiquette

Gorilla trekking is a popular activity that involves hiking through dense forests...

9 Feb 2024

South Africa 

The Secrets of the Weeping Wattle Tree

Nature never fails to impress and the continent of Africa is so...

5 Feb 2024

Kenya South Africa Tanzania 

Africa Hits Full International Tourism Recovery, as Seasonality Shift

International tourist arrivals to Africa have exceeded pre-pandemic levels for the first...

4 Feb 2024

South Africa 

Head Game Ranger at AmaKhosi Safari Lodge gives us some top tips

On the banks of the Mkuze river lies one of South Africa’s...

3 Feb 2024

Central Kalahari Game Reserve 

A Short Guide to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve

The Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR), recognised as the second-largest wildlife reserve...

1 Feb 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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"An outstanding safari through Discover Africa- from the organisation and attentiveness, Thanks Vihann, to the sublime wildlife viewing and stunning sunsets this was Africa as you imagine it. Okavango is stunning and pristine form the air and the camps fabul..."

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"Amazing and truly unique experience! Susan was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. She was incredibly friendly, professional, and always available to help with every detail. Her knowledge, organization, and passion made the entire safari unforgett..."

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"Discover Africa Safaris were great to deal with. Cayleigh put together an excellent itinerary which included Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, the Okavango Delta and Maun. It included everything we requested, with excellent accommodation, transfers and s..."

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"Justin Van Wyk from Discover Africa Safari did an outstanding job in planning our perfect Safari. All travel and transfers between airports and game lodges have been flawless! The lodges and safari experiences have been awesome."

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