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Planes, trains and luxury safari transportation

By Julian Carter-Manning on Nov 14, 2016 in Africa, Air Travel, Botswana, Cruises & Boat Travel, Kenya, Rail Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

For many people, an African safari brings to mind a series of bumpy drives, racing through the dusty bush in a safari vehicle. While it is true that a large part of many safaris involves game driving, these days there are a number of more comfortable and/or adventurous alternatives for spotting the Big 5 in […]

Christmas horse ride with herd of rhino at Ants Collection Waterberg South Africa

5 days of Christmas in Africa

By Richard Smith on Oct 27, 2016 in Africa, Kenya, Regions, South Africa, Zambia

Escape the Christmas Turkey. If you are looking for a change this Christmas season, why not turn off the television, kick off the snow boots, pack away the winter woollies, say goodbye to icy grey days and head for the airport. In as little as eight hours you could be in the African sunshine heading for […]

7 of the most exclusive lodges in Africa

By Julian Carter-Manning on Oct 14, 2016 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

Going on safari with your family or a group of friends is one of the most memorable experiences. Take a look at our 7 exclusive lodges in Africa that will upgrade your experience from memorable to unforgettable! Your stay is completely tailored around your needs, with your own private chef, guides and camp staff to […]

Top 5 luxury camps for boating safaris

By Julian Carter-Manning on Aug 18, 2016 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

Viewing wildlife from a vehicle is the classic approach to spotting animals, but boating safaris allow guests to avoid the chaos and dust that come with a game drive. There is no more relaxing way to appreciate Africa’s waterways than floating along with the sounds of hippos grunting in the background. Boating safaris also offer […]

Candelit dinner at Tongabezi Lodge Victoria Falls

5 insider tips for visiting Victoria Falls

By Richard Smith on Aug 16, 2016 in Africa, Regions, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls is one of the most iconic and breath taking sites in Africa. I was based at Victoria Falls for two years as a cameraman with Zambezi Video Productions, and also a rafting guide there. Here are my best tips for seeing the falls at their best: 1. When is the best time of […]

5 reasons to safari in South Luangwa National Park

By Javier Luque on Jul 11, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zambia

Located in Zambia, just over the border from its small neighboring country Malawi, South Luangwa National Park is one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Known for its incredible variety of wildlife, the park guarantees constant sightings of hippos, antelope and crocodiles. With over 60 different animal species and 400 bird species, South […]

Ballooning over the Masai Mara from Governors Camp

5 micro-adventures from Kenya to Botswana

By Richard Smith on Jul 03, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Attractions, Botswana, Going Out, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Zambia

Safari is full of surprises. Whether it’s the noise a hippo makes, or spotting a leopard hiding in the canopy of a tree, days are always filled with new experiences. In addition to the ‘standard’ wildlife viewing activities, micro-adventures can be built into a safari holiday, to make a great trip even better. Here are […]

8 great places to travel responsibly

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Camping, Canada, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Hotels, India, Kenya, Morocco, North America, Regions, Resorts, South America, Thailand, Worldwide, Zambia

Responsible travel is about directly benefitting the communities you visit whenever possible through sustainable travel, environmental protection and social projects. Here are just a few responsible travel suggestions you can include as part of a trip to the destinations in question. 1. Elephant Hills Tented Camp, Thailand One of the highlights of many peoples’ visits […]

5 ‘home from home’ private safari houses

By Richard Smith on Oct 21, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Malawi, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Zambia

Africa is most fun when shared with family or friends and there are an increasing number of exclusive-use safari houses where you can do it in style with your own chef, a team of staff to look after you, and a private guide and vehicle to go out and explore. And if it’s a private […]

The top 5 remote and luxurious South Luangwa Lodges

By Rose Hipwood on Sep 16, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Zambia

The South Luangwa in Zambia is probably the best place in the world to see leopard in the wild. The habitat here is a leopard’s paradise and as such they live here in abundance, and have become accustomed to the vehicles that take guests on luxury safaris. The South Luangwa has become a little busy […]

4 amazing luxury travel itineraries to try for yourself

By Paul Johnson on Sep 10, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Kenya, Montana, New York, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, USA, Western Europe, Zambia, Zimbabwe

For almost 30 years Elegant Resorts has been crafting luxury travel itineraries, pioneering the way with a focus on personal, private experiences through the expert knowledge of a team of more than 100 travel experts. And the company’s commitment to service has been reflected in a series of top awards, including Best Small Luxury Tour […]

8 top tips for planning a Zambia safari

By Richard Smith on Aug 18, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zambia

Zambia is, without doubt, one of Africa’s finest safari destinations. Home of the walking safari, blessed with incredible wildlife and a more varied range of safari activities than you’ll find in many other wildlife areas, it never disappoints. So how do you pick from the myriad accommodation options, and ensure you see the best bits […]

Top 5 big cat luxury safaris

By Rose Hipwood on Jun 24, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

Big cats are undoubtedly a huge draw for guests taking a luxury safari anywhere in Africa, no matter if you love birds, elephants or any other type of animal you cannot fail to be over-awed by a leopard padding silently along the edge of a river, or a pride of lions hunting, or that amazing […]

Top 5 safari hides

By Rose Hipwood on May 27, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

The safari hide has become very popular as the skills of the amateur photographers who travel to Africa are becoming better and better. This breeds a desire to get as close to the wildlife as possible, without disturbing it. A safari hide is of course the best way of doing this and there are some […]

Some of the best luxury flying experiences in Africa

By Natasha Al-Atassi on May 12, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Botswana, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Undoubtedly, one of the best things to do when travelling to southern Africa is to go on safari. It is a fantastic place to get up close to wild animals, and there’s no more exhilarating feeling than discovering these creatures in their natural habitat. But if you’re looking to make your African holiday a luxury […]

Top 10 safari camps for elephant viewing

By Rose Hipwood on May 06, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Elephants hold a huge draw for people on luxury safaris, and it’s no surprise – these amazing animals have intricate family ties, and human like emotions. Much research has been done on the elephant and it remains one of the most fascinating animals to see on any luxury safari. Elephants are currently being heavily persecuted […]

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