A few days on the beach complement a safari perfectly. It’s a great way to prepare for, or relax after, the early morning safari starts. The enormous variety in accommodation style along Africa’s glorious Indian Ocean coastline – from barefoot chic hideaways to resort-style hotels – means there is something ... Read more
Safari accommodation in Africa offers diversity to match that of its amazing scenery, but little beats the adventure, romance and real safari feel of staying under canvas in a classic tented camp. Close the zip at night and you are enclosed in a wonderfully comfortable cocoon, yet still part of ... Read more
When Africa’s wildlife first became of interest to the outside world, the only way to see it was to load wagons with the supplies and equipment needed to sustain you for several weeks and set off into the bush on a long expedition. There are many more convenient and comfortable ... Read more
Inside this issue of Drumbeat, winter 2018: Richard Preston takes a familymoon in the Seychelles Francis looks at little known Ruaha and Selous in Southern Tanzania The Aardvark Safaris travel doctors - our team answers your questions Aardvark Safaris co-owner, Richard Smith, talks about his life arranging safari holidays We ... Read more
***Ride photos are on Instagram #namibiaguideride2018*** How about a week-long riding holiday in Namibia alongside some of Africa's finest riding safari guides? Namibia Guide Ride is a unique opportunity to cross one of the most scenic deserts on the planet in the company of some of Africa's finest riding safari ... Read more
A variety of African safari lodges have boutiques selling gorgeous, locally made gifts. Others can direct you to local artisans where you can buy handmade crafts straight from the workshops. Many of your purchases will benefit communities and wildlife so if you are looking for Christmas inspiration, here are some ... Read more
How well do you know African landmarks? Where are these photos from? Pit yourself against friends and colleagues with your geography knowledge. Take our African Landmarks quiz... [viralQuiz id=3] ... Read more
I love it when we have kids to stay on safari. There are so many fun things to do in the bush and it's boring doing them on your own! So when we have guests to stay with kids with me at Laikipia Wilderness it’s really exciting. There are lots of ... Read more
Without a doubt riding in Africa is a wonderful way to see the landscape and wildlife. But what to do if not everyone in your family shares your love of horses and riding? Can you find a happy mix to accommodate both the rider and non-rider? You can, and there ... Read more
There’s nothing like the African bush for transforming a grumpy teen into a smiling companion (I know, I’ve been there!) They might quail at the prospect of no WiFi, Spotify or any of the other things they can’t live without, but the variety of wildlife and safari activities in the ... Read more
