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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

Botswana 

Cape Town, Botswana and Victoria Falls Traveller Story

Antoinette was extremely prompt with responses to questions and was most anxious...

28 Jan 2023

Kenya 

Which Animals are You Likely to See on a Safari in Kenya?

Kenya is a gem tucked away in East Africa. It is a...

20 Aug 2021

South Africa 

Top Five Self-drive Travel Apps for Your Trip to South Africa

South Africa is among the most popular destinations in the Southern Hemisphere....

6 Oct 2020

Kruger National Park 

The Best Seven Day Kruger Park Safari Itinerary

You are spoilt for choice! There are so many options to choose...

26 Jun 2020

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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