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What to read before heading to Rwanda

What to read before heading to Rwanda

By africansafarisltd, August 20, 2020
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Hotel Rwanda, an academy Award-nominated movie, released in 2004, praised Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager for single-handedly saving the lives of people who sought shelter in the Hotel des Mille Collines during Rwanda’s genocide against the Tutsi in 1994.

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What to read before heading to Madagascar

What to read before heading to Madagascar

By africansafarisltd, August 17, 2020
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A History of Madagascar by Mervyn Brown The fourth-largest island in the world, Madagascar has a unique blend of African and Asian culture. It is known as the home of…

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What to read before heading to Zambia

What to read before heading to Zambia

By africansafarisltd, July 15, 2020
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We have found that nothing quite inspires like a good book. Here is a selection of books that will give you a taste of Zambia in various forms; from personal experiences from residents and researchers to an overview of Zambia’s history.

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What to read before heading to Tanzania

What to read before heading to Tanzania

By africansafarisltd, July 1, 2020
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The Tree Where Man was Born by Peter Matthiessen Peter Matthiessen has visited East Africa dozens of times, and in this book combines nature and travel writing to portray the…

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What to read before heading to Zimbabwe

What to read before heading to Zimbabwe

By africansafarisltd, June 1, 2020
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We have found that nothing quite inspires like a good book. Here is a selection of books that will give you a taste of Zimbabwe in various forms; from personal experiences from residents and researchers to an overview of Zimbabwe’s history.

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What to read before heading to Botswana

What to read before heading to Botswana

By africansafarisltd, May 25, 2020
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We have found that nothing quite inspires like a good book.  Here is a selection of books that will give you a taste of Botswana in various forms; personal experiences…

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What to read before heading to Namibia

What to read before heading to Namibia

By africansafarisltd, May 23, 2020
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We have found that nothing quite inspires like a good book. Here is a selection of books that will give you a taste of Namibia in various forms; from personal…

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What to read before heading to Uganda

What to read before heading to Uganda

By africansafarisltd, April 26, 2020
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We are often asked for recommended reading list for Uganda. The literature is vast, but a few works on culture, politics and history stand out. Aboke Girls by Els de…

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What to read before heading to Kenya

What to read before heading to Kenya

By africansafarisltd, March 31, 2020
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An African safari is a unique experience. If you have never been before, it is hard to know what to expect, and even if you are a regular safari-fundi, the…

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* All prices shown are for low season, per person, on a twin share basis. The prices shown on each itinerary are intended to give you some guidance as to what is possible and to help you budget. They are accurate at the time of being published, but they are not definitive rates and are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking.

The Highlands, Ngorongoro, Tanzania

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We have a wide range of Tanzania safaris, from small group departures to tailor-made fly-in safaris.  The safaris below are intended to give you inspiration of what is possible for your safari holiday. East Africa is a land of beauty and diversity, with an endless list of reasons to visit, from stunning landscapes, animal and plant life, and fascinating cultures, Tanzania is truly blessed with these riches, and more!

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Want to see more Namibia Safaris?

We have a wide range of Namibia safaris, from small group departures to tailor-made fly-in safaris.  The safaris below are intended to give you inspiration of what is possible for your safari holiday.  Namibia is a place you’ll never forget, with exquisite scenery that will make you feel like you’re on another planet, some of the greatest wildlife watching on the continent, a plethora of unique desert-adapted flora and animals, and jaw-dropping natural treasures.

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The Great Wildebeest Migration

Want to see more Kenya Safaris?

We have a wide range of Kenya safaris, from small group departures to tailor-made fly-in safaris.  The safaris below are intended to give you inspiration of what is possible for your safari holiday. East Africa is a land of beauty and diversity, with an endless list of reasons to visit, from stunning landscapes, animal and plant life, and fascinating cultures, Kenya is truly blessed with these riches, and more!

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Lagoon Camp, Botswana

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We have a wide range of Botswana safaris, from small group departures to tailor-made fly-in safaris.  The safaris below are intended to inspire you on what is possible for your safari holiday.  With exceptional game-viewing opportunities, the largest population of elephants in the world, and the most varied safari activities on the African continent, Botswana is a genuine gem of a safari destination.

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Our 6-part safari planning email series will walk you through everything you need to know about planning an African safari. For first-timers, starting to plan a safari may feel overwhelming, because of the sheer amount of choice. The biggest destinations in terms of infrastructure, variety of parks, breadth of lodges and big-five habitats, are South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Before speaking with a safari specialist or going down a Google rabbit hole, it can be helpful to start with vision-boarding the basics.
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