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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

Tanzania 

Safari in East Africa vs Safari in Southern Africa

Welcome to Africa, the birthplace of the safari and home to over...

19 Jun 2020

Okavango Delta 

Lodge Review | Camp Xakanaxa, Okavango Delta

Only 24 guests are allowed into Camp Xakanaxa classic, tented camp at...

28 Mar 2019

Southern Africa 

Elephants guaranteed: The top four places to see giants in Africa

No safari is complete without a photograph of the majestic splendour of...

3 Dec 2018

Chobe National Park 

Ultimate Tiger Fishing Adventure: Chobe River Experience & Tips for Success

People have been flocking to the banks of the Chobe River to...

3 Dec 2018

Namibia 

Luxury Lodge of the Week: Damaraland Camp, Namibia

Damaraland Camp is situated at the Huab River and offers guests an...

6 Oct 2018

Timbavati Game Reserve 

Lodge Review | RockFig Safari Lodge, Timbavati Game Reserve

Allow us to introduce the brand new, RockFig Safari Lodge. Located in...

18 Sep 2018

Zimbabwe 

Julian Brookstein, Professional Guide / Safari Camp Manager at Camp Hwange

Name – Julian Brookstein Date of Birth – 09 August 1979 Qualification – Zimbabwean Professional...

15 Aug 2018

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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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