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Our African 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 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.
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The African Safari managers and teams at Elephant Pepper Camp and Loisaba were recently honored with TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for 2013! In addition to their other awards, The C&P Portfolio is proud to offer some of East Africa’s…
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The newly-built Kilwa Beach Lodge is a perfect tropical beach destination for travelers going on an African Safari in Southern Tanzania. Formerly a 10-acre coconut plantation, the new lodge has only seven rooms, including Africa’s first superadobe eco-room, which…
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ASC Safari Guru Liesl recently spent some time in Namibia where she managed to take in all sorts of interesting sights. The following are excerpts from her travel diary. 13 May 2013 Once again I packed my bags for…
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Immersed in crystal blue waters and surrounded by a beautiful coral reef, Chapwani is a great natural background not just for African Honeymoons, but for anyone looking for pure relaxation in an unspoiled environment. A comfortable 25-minute boat ride…
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Richard Branson is no stranger to going on African Safari tours, so it was only a matter of time before the Mahali Mzuri, an exciting new tented safari camp, would be opened in the Motorogi and Olare Orok conservancies…
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The season for African Safari tours is about to be in full swing, with last month’s rainy season bringing flurries of birds and wildlife to the East Africa region. The Governors’ Camp Collection was recently honored with the Best…
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An essential packing item for any African Safari is a great pair of binoculars. In a new partnership with German optics leader Carl Zeiss AG, Cheli & Peacock Safaris and The C&P Portfolio are now offering a pair of…
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Anyone planning on going on a Tanzania Safari will now have the opportunity to explore the remarkable wilderness, wildlife, people and culture from the first lodge-based conservation research and education platform in the Serengeti. Launching next month, the Discover…
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For many people, Kenya is a top choice for their first African safari, and for good reason. The Kenya Tourism Board, less than a year after winning the award for Africa’s Leading Tourism Board, now looks forward to hosting…
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We have the perfect midyear special for you to refresh and recharge with three nights at the beautiful Victoria Falls and two free nights at one of the exclusive The Last Word properties just outside of the equally beautiful Cape…