When is the best time to visit Africa? When and where to go on safari? There’s truth to the old adage the early bird catches the worm. With the year coming to an end and we’ve all got the same things on our minds – rest, relaxation and time with family. But if you’ve been […]
1. Spot endangered mountain gorillas Number one on our list of bucket-list African adventures is visiting endangered, gentle giants in their natural habitat – the mountain forests of equatorial Africa – has become one of the planet’s ultimate wildlife experiences. Find them in the Virungas, the forested volcanoes that straddle the borders of Uganda, Rwanda and […]
South Africa, aptly called ‘a world in one country’, has a host of incredible travel experiences, which should all be on every traveller’s must-do list. We’ve picked eight of our favourite. 1. Safari Whether it’s the Kruger National Park, or one of the excellent private game reserves (like Phinda or Madikwe), seeing the Big Five (lion, […]
While the northern hemisphere is in the throes of icy weather and grey skies in December, the southern hemisphere offers the perfect sun-baked destination to get away from mid-winter. You’ll find December a great time to visit many destinations in Southern Africa. The weather is mostly hot and sunny, with the occasional theatre of large thunderstorms […]
If you had to choose just one place in the world to go on holiday, where would it be? If you’re thinking a South Africa vacation you’d be set for an astonishing, and incredibly varied and diverse trip. Although the term is often over-used, South Africa really does fall into the category of ‘bucket list’. […]
Visiting Africa with young children is one of the most rewarding, educational and fun holidays your family will ever have! Taking your children on safari is not only a fantastic family holiday, but also an experience that will stay with them for life, and instil in them a love of wide open spaces, nature and […]
If you’re thinking of booking a safari, look no further. Planning an African vacation can be a daunting prospect. How long in advance should you book? Where should you go? And importantly, when should you go? There are certain places where is pays to book a year in advance – Botswana and Kruger are in high demand, and you’ll want to […]