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Welcome to our blog! Our African safari travel blog features a smorgasbord collection of articles ranging from updates from the bush, safari stories, travel tips and advice, conservation matters, industry gossip and insightful news and reviews about travel in Southern Africa and East Africa. With contributions by travel experts with a passion for Africa, you will be inspired, informed and prepared for your next African adventure. Grab a coffee, you might be here a while! We welcome your comments, questions and opinions.
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The wildebeest migration is a spectacular natural event. Millions of wildebeest and zebra make an annual trek across the East African plains in search of new grazing and watering holes. Beginning in December, the herds…
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You will need to bring some cash with you for your African safari. The various African currencies are complicated enough; add gratuities and bartering at markets to the mix, and it can become very confusing.…
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Of all the safari destinations, Botswana has perfected the art of mobile camping. A mobile camping safari creates the modern-day experience of the expeditions of Africa’s early explorers. It is the modern-day version of ‘traditional’…
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Botswana is one of Africa’s most expensive safari locations. In some ways, it may be the most costly, alongside Tanzania, because there are only a few budget levels of camps and lodges. Due to the…
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Before travelling to Africa, it is essential to consider vaccinations. Certain vaccinations (or immunisations) are needed by law for entry into certain countries. Others are just necessary for prevention. Before going on safari, the most…
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WHAT TO PACK (AND WHAT TO LEAVE BEHIND) FOR AN AFRICAN SAFARI? So, you have booked your African safari, and now it is time to prepare for your great adventure. You start to think about…
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The following information highlights Entry / Exit requirements for each country ONLY. It does NOT highlight airline protocols or originating country requirements. Protocols can change with little or no notice. Southern Africa East Africa
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Exploring the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro, or wooden dugout canoe, is the most spectacular way to experience this vast wetland in Botswana. If you’ve ever thought about going on an African safari, you…
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South Africa is a year-round destination. The best time to visit South Africa will depend on where you want to go and what you want to do. Temperatures vary depending on where you are in…
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Where to go on your first African safari? If you normally research your own travel, the excitement of planning your first African safari can start well; however, it can quickly become overwhelming when you need…
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A Traditional South African Christmas Recipe Malva Pudding is a sweet and moist cake recipe from South Africa made with apricot jam and cream. Malva Pudding is usually served hot with custard or ice-cream and…
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Elephants, the largest land mammal, play a very important role in maintaining and balancing the ecosystem. Elephants are therefore considered a keystone species. A keystone species is an animal (or organism) that helps define an…
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