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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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For the safari you definitely need a warm jacket, scarf and knitted hat. The wind factor on the morning drive must be taken in to account. You will be given blankets as well by the lodge, but dress warmly…
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Botswana is enjoying a golden period of tourism, with the country attracting visitors from all corners of the world. With this influx of visitors, we thought we’d clear things up about getting around Botswana and show you how to…
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A new direct flight route from Nairobi to Pemba in Mozambique offers African Safari travelers in Kenya a chance to visit one of the most natural and pristine areas of Northern Mozambique. Kenya Airways, code sharing with LAM, are now operating…
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April’s downpour of showers was much welcomed by African Safari guests in Laikipia, Kenya. The long rains have brought a stunning emerald green expanse of grass, which naturally meant an influx of wildlife to the region. With an increase…
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Get up close and personal on your African Safari with the wilderness of Tanzania’s unique environments on a safari adventure from Ker & Downey. Walking safaris in the Tarangire can be enjoyed from Oliver’s Camp, where a half-day excursion will reveal…
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The Mara Toto Camp in Kenya’s world-famous Masai Mara Reserve has already attracted a growing number of fans, despite only opening in January of this year. With its vintage design inspired by East Africa’s original explorers, those wanting to get a…
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Those looking for an incredible African Safari experience need look no further than the Sanctuary’s Chief Camp. Recent game viewing has gone from delightful to incredible – their resident leopard decided to have yet another casual stroll through the…
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We’ve sent a great many satisfied customer to Botswana, and this is some of their feedback… 1. I am so pleased with this trip to Botswana. The country was beautiful and green. The weather was very comfortable. We saw many of…
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Botswana’s Okavango Delta is arguably the country’s most well-known attraction and one of the most sought after wildlife destinations in the world. Once part of the ancient Lake Makgadigadi, the Delta was formed by the Okavango river reaching a…
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Botswana has rapidly become one of the most popular destinations in Africa over the last couple of years, and it’s not hard to see why. The landlocked Southern African country enjoys sunny weather throughout the year and boasts an…