Category: Adventure Travel

Why is Dian Fossey a key icon for gorilla tourism and conservation?

Why is Dian Fossey a key icon for gorilla tourism and conservation?

By on Sep 16, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Featured, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel

Not long after arriving in the Virunga Mountains of Rwanda, your guides will likely be telling you plenty of stories about an American woman by the name of Dian Fossey. A researcher, activist, and advocate for the mountain gorilla, her actions played a big role in ensuring this species survival to this point in history. […]

5 great things to do on safari other than a game drive

5 great things to do on safari other than a game drive

By on Sep 10, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Think safari and the first thing that normally comes to mind is a group of people on a vehicle wearing neutral tones and watching for animals. This is the core of any safari adventure but with the growth in luxury safari holidays new and exciting activities are being introduced to add even more to the […]

Extraordinary experiences to try in Zimbabwe

Extraordinary experiences to try in Zimbabwe

By on Sep 09, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zimbabwe

Having bounced back onto the map for travellers, Zimbabwe is now one of the hottest safari destinations in Africa. New camps are popping up on a regular basis, new safari areas are being opened up and old, favourite lodges are reopening their doors. Zimbabwe is home to some of the most show-stopping phenomena, including the […]

Combining luxury and adventure in Austria

Combining luxury and adventure in Austria

By on Sep 07, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Austria, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The pursuit of skiing and of luxury go hand-in-hand for many winter sports aficionados. Austria always fits the bill, combining a thrilling, slope-based experience with spellbinding scenery and equally stunning accommodation options – not to mention top-class cuisine. With an array of indulgent Alpine experiences at your fingertips, we’ll help narrow your search with a […]

Luxury - the new trend in Galapagos

Luxury – the new trend in Galapagos

By on Sep 04, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

The Galapagos Islands are probably the most pristine and coveted destination for nature lovers on our planet. This famous Archipelago consists of 13 major islands and over 100 islets and is located 1000 kilometers (600 miles) from the coast of Ecuador, a small and beautiful Andean country in South America. Because of the remote location […]

13 African rooms with ridiculously gorgeous views

13 African rooms with ridiculously gorgeous views

By on Aug 19, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Hotels, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Zambia, Zimbabwe

An incredible view. If your bedroom looks out upon great beauty it is very difficult not to find yourself in a great mood. Waking up to a scene that carries you away is the one detail that always manages to change my day. My favorite African rooms with views that are pure poetry? Here is […]

5 adventurous activities to enjoy on the Ecuadorian mainland

5 adventurous activities to enjoy on the Ecuadorian mainland

By on Aug 16, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Did you know that, aside from the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is a wonderland for adventure activities and wildlife safaris, on the mainland too? Instead of hopping straight from Quito to the Galapagos, why not stay longer on the mainland and explore all that this compact country has to offer for active types – read on […]

5 of the most romantic places to propose on a Rwanda tour

5 of the most romantic places to propose on a Rwanda tour

By on Aug 14, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Honeymoons, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel

Plan on proposing to your partner on your upcoming tour in Rwanda, but have no idea how to work it into your schedule? In this article, we’ll talk about five places that would make perfect venues for a marriage proposal while in Rwanda. Top of Mount Bisoke crater If you and your significant other are […]

Top 5 child-friendly safari properties in Botswana

Top 5 child-friendly safari properties in Botswana

By on Aug 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Exploring Africa’s wilderness is a huge adventure, no matter what your age. However, for children it is a truly magical experience and something they will never forget. A safari may not be the obvious choice of holiday for families with young children, but luxury safari properties are making it increasingly easy to include them in […]

15 reasons to visit the Galápagos Islands

15 reasons to visit the Galápagos Islands

By on Aug 02, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

The Galapagos are 16 volcanic islands and hundreds of islets in the middle of the Pacific Ocean straddling the equator 950 km from the South American coast. Our five day cruise was on La Pinta, a ship accommodating just 48 guests accompanied by 4 experienced Naturalist Guides hosting excursions during the day and presentations on […]

5 things to do in Murchison Falls National Park

5 things to do in Murchison Falls National Park

By on Jul 18, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Uganda

Located in North-west Uganda, Murchison Falls National Park is arguably one of the most diverse safari destinations in Uganda – in terms of both wildlife and the activities on offer for visitors. From cruises down the River Nile to game drives, nature walks, birding, and even chimpanzee trekking in the neighbouring Budongo Forest Reserve, Murchison […]

Unforgettable wildlife encounters

Unforgettable wildlife encounters

By on Jul 16, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Zambia

A day trip to the zoo was the highlight of many of our childhoods. Do you remember first seeing an elephant or a penguin, perhaps at London Zoo in Regents Park? As happy as these memories are, however, they have absolutely nothing on the feeling you get when you first see wild animals on the […]

5 considerations for hiking the Inca Trail

5 considerations for hiking the Inca Trail

By on Jul 15, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Featured, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

At the top of the bucket lists of thousands of travelers around the world is hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. This is a historical route as it was part of the road system of the Inca Empire; it once linked the city of Cusco (the former capital of the Empire) to the mythical […]

The best places for biking and hiking in Rwanda

The best places for biking and hiking in Rwanda

By on Jul 10, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel

Plan on travelling to Rwanda soon? If you are an active person, know that there are plenty of options available to you if you are an avid cyclist or hiker. With plenty of mountainous terrain, lovely lakes, and country roads which take you from one authentic village to the next, there are plenty of excellent […]

6 unforgettable luxury safari experiences

6 unforgettable luxury safari experiences

By on Jul 05, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Botswana, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Luxury safaris are stuff that dreams are made of, where you and your guide rove the remote bush of private reserves in a chauffeured vehicle searching out elusive wildlife with few, if any, other humans in sight. Traditional safari game drives are an amazing way to get up-close to the incredible flora and fauna of […]

Unforgettable bike riding adventures

Unforgettable bike riding adventures

By on Jun 25, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Madagascar, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Do you remember the first time you rode a bike without stabilisers, or freewheeled down a very long hill? That joy of cycling really is second to none, and whether you’re a casual, fair weather cyclist, or hop on the bike committedly for your daily commute, it’s something which can always be rediscovered. One of […]