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Kenya Tanzania 

HerdTracker Heroes: Celebrating Our Top Contributors

In the 10 years since we launched HerdTracker, we haven’t been alone....

3 Jan 2024

South Africa 

Rhino Disharmony: Uniting Creativity for Kruger Rhino Conservation

The conservation of Africa’s endangered rhinos, specifically those found in South Africa’s...

1 Jan 2024

Tanzania 

The 10 Best Spots for Photographic Safaris in Tanzania

Tanzania is a dream destination for wildlife and nature photography enthusiasts, and...

11 Dec 2023

Namibia 

5 of The Most Unique Plants in Namibia

Namibia’s vast, arid landscapes nevertheless support a wide variety of plant life...

17 Nov 2023

Kenya 

10 Must-See Birds on a Safari in Kenya

From the coastal shores of Mombasa to the vast plains of the...

22 Oct 2023

South Africa 

Why Don’t Lions Attack Safari Vehicles?

To go on an African lion safari is to step into a...

29 Sep 2023

Namibia 

Animals Found in Namibia: Wildlife You Can See on a Namibia Safari

Red sand dunes undulating across a landscape that never seems to end;...

20 May 2023

Botswana 

Discovering Botswana’s Wildlife: 9 Animals You Can Find in This African Nation

Botswana is situated in the center of Southern Africa, surrounded by South...

16 May 2023

Victoria Falls 

The Top 11 Best Victoria Falls Safari Lodges

Dubbed Africa’s adventure capital, there’s a host of reasons to visit the...

20 Apr 2023

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 contacted Chrizaan after my tour operator in the UK went into liquidation 3 weeks before we were suppose to travel. Asking if you could help me to rebook the Camps, Hotels and As Dunas. This Lady went above and beyond what you would consider helping noth..."

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"Matthys van Aswegen of Discover Africa went above and beyond to plan a two week trip for myself and my family (6 travelers) through multiple African countries that was unforgettable! There were many moving parts to our schedule, but every step was thorou..."

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"We travelled last August on a trip planned with Dev at Discover Africa. It was a family trip that i wanted us to remember forever and we definetly will! We could not have had an easier or more wonderful time and we would never have been able to plan and man..."

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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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"Was just awesome, would recommend anytime...saw all big 5, all small 5, live kill by lions...was just divine"

Priyum Koonjul, Canada•21 Nov 2025•

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