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October 9th 2018  |   Conservation Safaris, Kenya, Wildlife Safaris, Unique Experiences, Countries, Experiences, Miscellaneous  |  by   Alice Gully

A riding safari of a lifetime, across an ecosystem which is renowned for wildlife conservation. Spend your days exploring the valleys and hills which form some of the best riding country in Africa. With Mt. Kenya looming on the horizon, you will weave between elephant and rhino, crossing valleys and ... Read more

August 13th 2018  |   Kenya, Travel, Unique Experiences, Countries, Miscellaneous  |  by   Alice Gully

The Masai Mara Reserve is synonymous with open plains, great resident wildlife and, between late July and October, the dramatic wildebeest migration. It draws visitors from far and wide and can, in some areas, feel a little crowded at certain times of year. That said, we've had plenty of clients ... Read more

February 20th 2018  |   Botswana, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Travel, Mauritius, Countries, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Zanzibar and islands, Zimbabwe  |  by   Charlotte Opperman
Lemuria Seychelles

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

January 19th 2018  |   Botswana, Kenya, Travel, Countries, Namibia, Zambia  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

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

January 19th 2018  |   Botswana, Kenya, Travel, Countries, South Africa, Zambia  |  by   Francis Naumann

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

November 27th 2017  |   Family Safaris, Kenya, Countries, Experiences  |  by   Fynn Carey

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

November 16th 2017  |   Botswana, Riding Safaris, Kenya, Countries, Experiences, South Africa  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

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

November 15th 2017  |   Botswana, Family Safaris, Kenya, Travel, Countries, Experiences, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

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

October 17th 2017  |   Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Malawi, Countries, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zanzibar and islands  |  by   Charlotte Opperman

There’s an African beach out there to suit every taste and budget. We’ve rounded up some of the best here, but as it’s impossible to give detailed information in a few words, please give us a call for more ideas on Africa’s best beach retreats. Families A few seaside days ... Read more

September 25th 2017  |   Botswana, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Countries, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Zambia  |  by   Richard Smith

Look on a map and it’s clear that Kenya and Tanzania should be the top safari and beach holiday destinations. They're renowned for their wildlife - it’s even said that Kenya was where the safari holiday was invented – and both have Indian Ocean coastlines. But not everyone wants the ... Read more