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South Africa 

Lodge Review | Kosi Forest Lodge, iSimangaliso

Set in a sand forest in the middle of a UNESCO World...

30 Jan 2024

Etosha National Park 

Short guide to Etosha National Park

One of Africa’s greatest safari destinations, the 22 000-square kilometre wilderness of...

30 Jan 2024

Namibia 

10 experiences to have along the Skeleton Coast

Adventure is always just around the corner on a Namibia safari. Whether it’s tackling...

30 Jan 2024

Serengeti National Park 

Ten Things You Need To Know About the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania

The Serengeti National Park could very well be the mecca of all...

30 Jan 2024

Kenya 

WATCH: Kenya vs Uganda

Kenya and Uganda might be neighbouring countries but the safari experiences, climate...

30 Jan 2024

Tanzania 

Get the best of both worlds on a value-for-money Great Migration safari

If you’re contemplating a Great Migration safari, but you’d like an experience...

30 Jan 2024

Tanzania 

IN PICTURES: The Great Migration calving season

The Great Migration exodus starts in January and March from the Ngorongoro...

30 Jan 2024

Zimbabwe 

Short guide to Hwange National Park

One of Africa’s top national parks, Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe’s northwest...

30 Jan 2024

Victoria Falls 

Lodge Review | Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls

Ilala Lodge Hotel is the grand old dame of Victoria Falls. The original...

30 Jan 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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