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5 reasons to stay at an exclusive-use luxury safari villa

By Calvin Cottar on Jul 18, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Vacation Rentals

An exclusive-use villa gives you the space and privacy to have a luxury safari holiday with the most important people in your life all under a single roof...

Your wellness safari in Africa

By Calvin Cottar on Jun 16, 2022 in Africa, Kenya, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

A wellness safari in Africa is a tranquil, magical experience that helps you tune into nature, discovering health and happiness through creativity, pampering, and nurturing.

Messing about in boats... a safari with a difference

By Sarah Kingdom on Feb 08, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Cruises & Boat Travel, Namibia, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zambia, Zimbabwe

There are more than 150 tripoints in the world but only one international quadripoint, and here we were, perched precariously, in the top of a 2,000 year old baobab tree, looking out over the only place in the world where four countries meet and two great African rivers join. We were on Impalila Island, on

The excavation of historical antiquities submerged under Alexandria waters

By Sherif Khalil on Jul 06, 2021 in Africa, Egypt, Regions

Egypt is probably the most extravagant country when it comes to historical antiquities and valuable artifacts. Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has been focused on excavating and finding hidden gems in a few areas across the country, as well as returning pieces back to their country. Recently, Alexandria University launched a project called Underwater

Safari with kids in 2021?

By Christopher Hill on Jul 01, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Can you go on an African safari with your kids? Yes! In 2021, with Covid? Yes! This is your best chance to observe wildlife with far fewer tourists jostling for prime viewing positions in safari jeeps. The best months to go are from now to September. Malaria is an obvious concern, more so than Covid

Top 5 places in Africa to see endangered animals

By Laura Burdett-Munns on May 21, 2020 in Africa, Kenya, Regions, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia

Most animals in Africa are to some extent endangered, though the term usually refers to an animal that is in danger of extinction. The causes are mostly linked to mankind – poaching for food or the pet and “medicinal” trades, as well as loss of habitat due to climate change and competition for land. High

5 of The Best Things to do in Africa Before You Die

By Robert Bernatzeder on Jan 09, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

YOLO. You only live once. Though the phrase itself has been attributed to Mae West, the acronym has become a fashionable modern mantra for those who want to enjoy their life to the fullest, to do everything and anything, whatever the risks. It’s essentially the digital generation’s equivalent of carpe diem, seize the day. Unlike

Top 5 luxury safari siesta spots

By Rose Hipwood on Nov 20, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Kenya, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia

The safari siesta is something that becomes the epitome of relaxation when you are out in the bush. In the heat of the day in Africa the wildlife retreats to the shade and has a good old snooze, which is exactly what most safari goers also do. Many of the more luxurious properties have heavenly

Africa's first permanent photo safari operator

By Paul Johnson on Nov 25, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Photography, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment

Traditionally there has always been conflict on the back of a game viewing vehicle between people of differing interests…. predominantly birders and non-birders and, more recently, between photographers and non-photographers. A new company operating in Botswana’s Chobe National Park aims to solve that conflict by catering purely to people with an interest in wildlife photography. Pangolin

Top 10 places to stay on an African safari

By Nicola Valentino on Apr 10, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Tanzania

Over the years the level of accommodation in Africa has constantly risen, with an ever increasing demand for luxury lodges and camps. Many travellers have become used to a certain standard and do not want to sacrifice this when travelling to Africa for a safari. The top end traveller now has many excellent options to

Africa’s top 10 safari camps

By Marc Harris on Jan 18, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania, Zambia

Greystoke, Mahale Mountains National Park – Western Tanzania Located in Tanzania’s remote Mahale Mountains National Park, Nomad Tanzania’s Greystoke stakes its claim as one of the finest camps on the continent. A worthy contender for the most striking design of any camp, Greystoke sits on an idyllic beach at the bottom of a chimpanzee filled

Key questions to consider for luxury travel in Africa

By Rebecca Sparrow on Jan 14, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel

Is it safe to travel to Africa? Wherever you travel in the world – safety is always a concern. There are risks associated with any travel and Africa is no exception. East and Southern Africa are generally very safe but we would recommend using an experienced and reputable tour operator to make all your travel

7 great places to experience a luxury family safari in Africa

By Rebecca Sparrow on Nov 26, 2011 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Hotels, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Mauritius, Mozambique, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Africa is a wonderful holiday destination for families and a great way for children to see animals of all kinds in beautiful natural environments. On a safari you and your family will be taken to the very heart of Africa, staying at the most luxurious camps and lodges. On your activities you will be accompanied

Giraffe Manor: the Kenyan hotel overrun by giraffes

By Peter Richards on Mar 09, 2011 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Hotels, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel

Situated in the heart of the Kenyan bush you’ll discover the unique hotel of Giraffe Manor. Surrounded by 140 square acres of indigenous bush, Giraffe Manor may seem a little out of the way but in reality it’s only a 20 kilometres drive from Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi. The Manor – which was built in

An African honeymoon on the Zambezi

By Paul Johnson on Feb 02, 2011 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Zambia

The exquisite Royal Zambezi Lodge in Zambia provides the perfect bush honeymoon for couples looking to make their trip of a lifetime extra special. Not only do they offer firm favourites such as indulgent dining, couple’s spa pampering and game adventures, Royal Zambezi Lodge goes above and beyond expectations to ensure couples enjoy a truly

Malawi: a diamond in the rough

By Greg Fox on Jan 26, 2011 in Africa, Malawi, Regions

Approximately one sixth the size of neighbours Mozambique and Zambia and five times smaller than Botswana, relatively speaking, Malawi is a slither of a country. Despite this modest stature the region actually enjoys incredible natural and cultural diversity, a characteristic which is quickly establishing it as a rising star of African tourism. Many of those

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