Kenya often comes to mind when people think of a safari. Whether it’s because of its landscapes inspiring films like The Lion King, or the Masai Mara’s starring role in many nature documentaries, you are guaranteed an amazing safari here. It’s an ideal destination for your first safari and is ... Read more

Whether you've been riding since you could walk or have only recently taken up the reins, riding safaris offer an unparalleled way to experience wildlife, with every aspect tailored to your riding ability. Having ridden across Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, and Tanzania. I've witnessed the exceptional standards that set these ... Read more

If there’s one experience I’d suggest to guests who are visiting Botswana, it’s the Khwai Skybeds. Utterly unique and hands down one of the most magical things to do. Khwai Skybeds is where the simplicity of a bush camp meets the grandeur of the Botswana sky. Set within the Khwai ... Read more

Mozambique makes the perfect indulgent Indian Ocean pre or post safari from the likes of Botswana or South Africa. Last November, Lucinda travelled there to revisit favourite properties and explore new ones. A standout moment? Meeting the team at Mozambique Horse Safari. If you haven't read 'One Hundred and Four Horses', Lucinda insists you ... Read more

We’ve suggested four exceptional safaris, spanning the iconic plains of South Africa and Botswana to the secret shores of Malawi, to bring you the perfect harmony of adventure and relaxation this Easter.   April occupies a unique ‘sweet spot’ in the safari calendar, defined by temperate days, quieter reserves, and exceptional wildlife encounters. These handpicked collections showcase the best places ... Read more

Safari aficionados have known of Zambia’s South Luangwa Valley for many years. It has great wildlife, the guiding is good, and the camps are exceptional. It’s one of the few places in Africa where people are happy to linger; too often, safaris are short stops in several national parks or ... Read more

As one who’s been lucky enough to have spent Christmas in Kenya as a child, I can attest to the merits of being on the equator or a little way south of it. Much of east and southern Africa is terrific in December, warm for sure, and occasionally a little ... Read more

For over 26 years, we have been working hard to find excellent wildlife habitat without large visitor numbers, and our guests understand the value of this, too. We find that private conservancies and concessions offer excellent wildlife viewing in peaceful surroundings with expert guides, and the wildlife is given the ... Read more

An African riding safari is, for me, the ultimate high. There is simply nothing like tracking a leopard through the ears of a horse or cantering alongside the migration. But as any rider knows, these exhilarating days in the saddle are as demanding as they are rewarding. To make the ... Read more

A family safari is the ultimate shared adventure, a chance to completely disconnect from screens and schedules and connect with the wonders of the African bush. Led by an enthusiastic team of guides, children immerse themselves in the natural world, discovering the fascinations of safari life. The daily activities are ... Read more