Zimbabwe introduces electronic arrival form
Zimbabwe Immigration has introduced a new electronic arrival form to streamline the entry process at key ports of entry, including Victoria Falls Airport. This initiative is not an online visa…
African Wildlife – African Wild Dog
Wild Dog Facts The African wild dog (Lycaon pictus), also known as the African painted dog or painted wolf, is one of Africa’s most endangered carnivores. These striking animals are…
Why Are African Safaris So Expensive?
A guide to understanding the price differences – and what you’re really paying for. Booking an African safari is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, but it can also come with a hefty…
Where to go on an African safari in April?
The beginning of April marks the start of the long rains in East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda), making the weather unpredictable.Â
New visa requirement for Namibia
Namibia Visa Application As of 1 April 2025, all citizens of countries that do not reciprocate a visa waiver with Namibia will require a visa to enter Namibia. Starting immediately,…
Star beds in Africa
When visiting Africa, one thing that is difficult to overlook is the enormous, limitless sky. It appears larger, more expansive, and more encompassing than our usual locations, wherever they may be.…
Binoculars for an African safari
The Essential Guide to Choosing Binoculars for Your African Safari Embarking on an African safari is an adventure filled with the promise of witnessing majestic wildlife in their natural habitats.…
Controlled burning – Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti National Park in Tanzania is well-known for its breathtaking scenery and varied wildlife—including the famous great migration and threatened species like the black rhino. Witnessing these fires and…
Mandatory Travel Insurance – Zanzibar
The Government of Zanzibar has introduced a MANDATORY inbound travel insurance requirement for all foreigners visiting the Spice Islands of Zanzibar. This insurance requirement is effective from the 01st of…
Mpox outbreak in Africa
We appreciate that recent news stories regarding the Mpox outbreak in Africa may cause fear if you plan a future trip to Africa. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified…
Combining Gorilla Trekking with an African safari
For many of us, an African safari is a true bucket list holiday. The ultimate wildlife experience involves observing wildlife in vast open plains, rivers teeming with hippos and crocodiles,…
The Okavango Delta’s Dynamic Water Levels
Among the few real wildernesses on Earth is the Okavango Delta Although humans have not seen it for millions of years, it has passed through several cycles. Even in the…
