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May 4th 2016  |   Kenya, Wildlife Safaris, Countries, Experiences  |  by   Alice Gully

Kenya has always been one of the top safari destinations in Africa. It has it all: wonderful people and culture, stunning scenery, good accessibility, and incredible wildlife. In many of the national parks and reserves you have a great chance of seeing the ‘Big 5’ in one game drive. With diminishing ... Read more

May 4th 2016  |   Travel, Countries, South Africa  |  by   Jo Netscher

One of the areas that particularly inspired Victoria and Jo Netscher during their three week tour of South Africa was the beautiful KwaZulu Natal. True Africa fanatics sometimes label South Africa as being a little on the tame side. But to both myself and Victoria, who have now travelled in East ... Read more

April 25th 2016  |   Photography Safaris, Experiences  |  by   Richard Smith

We asked famous wildlife photographers for their favourite non-wildlife photo. Below, each photographer gives the story behind the photograph, why they chose it, and how they achieved it. Niels van Gijn - Tanzania Where possible, we've always taken our children on assignment - it does add an element of chaos, but it's ... Read more

April 25th 2016  |   Travel  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

We’ve an exciting summer ahead with members of the sales team on the road at some great events the length and breadth of the country.  Please drop by our stand at any of the following for a glass of fizz and a chat about all things African.  If you can’t ... Read more

April 24th 2016  |   Travel  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

This wonderful holiday for a family of four to Kenya will be going into this summer’s on-line auction for the 2017 cricket tour. Kenya safari highlights: Four nights for a family of four at Lewa House in the heart of the exclusive Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Prime location for many endangered ... Read more

April 15th 2016  |   Photography Safaris, Wildlife Safaris, Experiences  |  by   David Murray

I'm a professional photographer who has run camps and lodges in Africa. As such I'm often asked how to photograph animals on safari. The quick answer is there isn't a simple set of rules, but I'll run you through some of my best African animal photography and explain how I took ... Read more

April 14th 2016  |   Travel, Countries, Unique Experiences, Miscellaneous, Zambia, Zimbabwe  |  by   Richard Smith
Mana Canoe Trail

Canoe Safaris Canoe safaris are a fantastic way to view wildlife - you are able to visit places not accessible by vehicle and can really get under the skin of Africa. The options below offer three different ways to paddle along the mighty Zambezi River and enjoy viewing animals from ... Read more

March 29th 2016  |   Kenya, Photography Safaris, Wildlife Safaris, Countries, Experiences, Tanzania  |  by   Lucinda Rome
Wildebeest gathering at the river, Kleins Camp, Serengeti, Tanzania

Every year millions of wildebeest and zebra migrate from the southern plains of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to the lush grassland of the Masai Mara in Kenya. En-route they have to cross the Mara River, dodging the enormous crocodiles which lie in wait. These famous river crossings are an undoubted ... Read more

March 21st 2016  |   Botswana, Riding Safaris, Kenya, Countries, Experiences, South Africa  |  by   Alice Gully

A Round Up Of Four Of The Best Riding Safaris What comes to mind when you think of a classic African riding safari?  Maybe it’s galloping across the open plains of the Masai Mara? Or perhaps swimming your horse through a tributary of the mighty Okavango Delta? Whatever you imagine, ... Read more

March 17th 2016  |   Countries, Seychelles  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

Why Visit North Island? North Island is the Seychelles’ ultimate private island. Luminous white beaches and azure seas surround a tropical interior of coconut palms and takamaka trees. Where? North Island is one of the ‘inner islands’ in the Seychelles archipelago, and a 20 minute helicopter ride from Mahe. Value ... Read more

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