The Delta is a virtually untouched freshwater wetland at the heart of Botswana’s arid Kalahari Desert. It supports an abundance of wildlife in a dazzling natural setting. Plus you can combine it easily with other Southern Africa destinations like Victoria Falls, Kruger and Cape Town. With superb safari lodges located in the Moremi Game Reserve (one […]
The Khwai Concession area on the outskirts of the beautifully preserved Moremi Game Reserve, is one of Botswana’s best kept secrets. Densely packed with wildlife and with an enormously varied ecosystem, the Khwai area has a patchwork of lagoons, shallow flooded pans, open grass plains and woodland forests. The Khwai area is without a doubt […]
If you’re after more than soft sheets and a great bottle of wine when you travel (and trust us, we love both of those too), and you’re looking for a unique, one-of-a-kind Out of Africa experience above all else, look no further than a trip to Botswana’s desert camps. Below we’ve selected four camps that take you […]
Azura Quilalea is a wholly uninhabited island paradise, somewhere to retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life, with a relaxed and understated ‘Robinson Crusoe’ castaway style that belies the comforts and experiences on offer. Surrounded by the pristine, balmy waters of the Quirimbas Archipelago marine sanctuary, you can snorkel the island’s shores, dive […]
We’ve been exploring Southern Africa for 20 years, discovering the safari secrets and hidden gems among the well-known bucket-list destinations. Below we’ve put together Southern Africa’s safari secrets and the places to add to your 2019 must visit list. Zimbabwe – Safari’s next big thing. Thanks to conservation victories, a resurgence of investment in new lodges, and […]
The sprawling 100 000ha Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is one of the largest private game reserves in Africa. Once an overgrazed farm and hunting ranch, Tswalu has since been transformed by its owners, into a model of sustainable tourism and local empowerment, making it an extraordinary community-based conservation success story. And that’s before its wildlife and […]
Wellness travel in Southern Africa With the rising popularity of wellness tourism, and wellness travel, our selection of yoga safaris and wellness retreats meet the needs of the traveller looking for immersion in nature, wildlife encounters, stunning locations, and yoga and meditation led by renowned teachers. Reconnect to the planet, its people and to yourself, […]
Big Game, Desert and Dunes: A Self-drive Adventure Namibia is one of the best countries in Southern Africa for a self-drive tour because it has good tarred roads, low traffic numbers, and a welcoming combination of excellent accommodation (much that is child-friendly) and great scenic beauty. Self-drive holidays are ideal for travellers and families who enjoy being […]
1. HWANGE, ZIMBABWEStarting our list of top luxury safari destinations to visit is Hwange is Zimbabwe’s most famous game reserve and home to a large population of wildlife. Located a few hours’ drive from Victoria Falls, it is home to massive herds of elephant and is an excellent destination for spotting Africa’s big predators. Hwange […]
The ultimate South Africa safari destination. The Sabi Sands is undoubtably one of the most famous private game reserves in Southern Africa, and nowhere in the greater Kruger National Park area offers as consistently spectacular a big game experience as the Sabi Sands. It’s here you’ll see the much sought after ‘Big 5‘ (sometimes all on a […]