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Namibia 

10 Birds to Spot on Safari in Namibia

Namibia’s varied landscapes of deserts, savannas, wetlands, and coastal regions provide the...

30 Jan 2024

Tanzania 

The Top 10 Best Beaches in Tanzania

The beaches of Tanzania offer diverse holiday experiences, from water sports and...

30 Jan 2024

Southern Africa East Africa 

Discover Africa Launches New Villa Safaris

Are you looking for a tailor-made, luxury African villa escape? Discover Africa...

30 Jan 2024

Zambia 

5 of the Most Unique Plants in Zambia

Situated in southern Africa, Zambia is home to a rich diversity of...

30 Jan 2024

Namibia 

The 10 Best Places to Visit for Photographic Safaris in Namibia

With its vast and varied landscapes, unique wildlife, and dramatic scenery, it’s...

30 Jan 2024

East Africa Southern Africa 

UPDATED: African Flight Routes – New Direct Flights Between Cape Town and Hoedspruit

Travellers wanting to explore Africa’s top safari destinations can access several new...

27 Jan 2024

Botswana 

Photographer of the month: Will Burrard-Lucas

A photographer, an inventor, physics graduate and advocate for wildlife conservation, Will...

23 Jan 2024

Southern Africa East Africa 

Travel News Digest, 26 April: Namibia Adds Visa-on-Arrival in Walvis Bay, Uganda Deforestation Concerns

This week’s latest travel news includes updates from SAA, a heartwarming captive...

20 Jan 2024

Zambia 

Two weeks in Zambia – a holiday itinerary

Hailed as the home of the walking safari, Zambia is one of...

17 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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"I had a great trip organised by Chrizaan. Everything went very smoothly including all of the pickups, flights and accommodation. I visited Namibia and loved seeing the dunes, springboks and oryx. I also visited the Okavango Delta and saw so many anim..."

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"We had a great trip in Namibia. In 11 days we did a roundtrip, which was organised through online meetings. Every thing went on as agreed on and ver smoothly. We had a very good guide/driver, who explained us a lot about the country, politics, history and m..."

Peter Esslinger, Switzerland•30 Nov 2025•

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