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. Jack’s Camp, Botswana The iconic Jack’s Camp is our first of the safari lodges to visit in Africa as soon as possible! Jacks is an oasis of comfort and style in the midst of the Kalahari – think luxurious and stylish old-world tents, complete with bhukara-muslin draped walls, Persian rugs, and vintage lithographs, as well […]
Africa’s greatest bathtubs While a magnificent bath with a view may not be the first thing you look for when planning an African safari, our list of our favourite baths in Southern Africa may just change your mind. Could there be anything better than relaxing back into warm, sudsy water while staring out over the […]
Whether you’re on honeymoon, travelling with a private group, or taking the kids on safari, Phinda Mountain Lodge is a Big Five safari destination that will steal your heart. Child-friendly, with luxurious, spacious private suites, exceptional views, outstanding guides and trackers, and access to a selection of unique adventure safaris, a stay at Phinda Mountain Lodge makes for a […]
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, […]
Oddballs Camp, Botswana Situated in the heart of the Okavango Delta, the quirky and unique Oddballs Camp is perched on the edge of Chief’s Island. The children friendly camp is accessible by light aircraft only, making it an easy 20 minute flight from Maun (offering an exceptional view of the watery wonderland of the Delta). […]
From wide open plains and grasslands teeming with game, to white sand beaches and towering mountains, Southern Africa offers an endless variety of landscapes, below are our pick of the most beautiful places in Africa. New and incredible experiences wait around every corner! Come face to face with wildlife while on safari in the Okavango Delta or […]
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 […]
Africa has it all: iconic wildlife, stunning landscapes, ancient wonders, and an incredibly diverse cultures that have intrigued intrepid adventurers for centuries! However, vast and beautiful Africa also has a soft, romantic side, and it’s a perfect place for newlyweds looking to experience the ultimate, unforgettable best African honeymoons. Below we’ve put together our tops […]
There are few wildlife experiences that can beat the thrill of a up close encounter with a member of Africa’s iconic Big Five – lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard. The famous five are still commonly found throughout South, Southern and East Africa, and the chance of seeing any, or all, while on safari adds an exhilarating edge […]