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Botswana – The Ultimate Safari Destination Botswana is one of the most extraordinary safari destinations on the planet. Its wild landscapes range from the lush channels of the Okavango Delta to the elephant-rich riverbanks of Chobe, the predator-filled woodlands of Linyanti, and the surreal salt pans of the Makgadikgadi. The country’s low-impact, high-quality tourism model Read More

The idea of combining East and Southern Africa in a single safari trip is undeniably appealing.  After all, why not tick off the Serengeti, the Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, and gorilla trekking in one go? But when it comes to actually planning  the trip, the logistics  need to be carefully planned. Here’s what you need Read More

There are so many great restaurants to chose from in and around Cape Town and the Winelands.  Here’s a selection of our recommendations. Some are longstanding local favourites, most are in a pretty location with views, some are fun for people watching.  Most have innovative chefs who are lucky to have access to the best freshest Read More

 Grab the kids and head to the desert for a Namibian family adventure! Namibia’s vast landscapes and remote, otherwordly beauty are legendary and attract travellers from across the world looking for the solitude and unique sense of desolation it’s renowned for. However, there’s a whole different side to this desert nation, especially if you are Read More

Love is in the African air!   Our guide to some of the most romantic things you can do on safari It’s no secret that an African safari oozes romance! Think Robert Redford washing Meryl Streep’s hair in “Out of Africa” and listening to Mozart on the gramophone while dining under the stars… Africa has Read More

A handy planning calendar that gives you a month‐by‐month breakdown of the year’s hottest safari happenings and the’ “Top Spots” to experience them! Considering Africa and wondering when to travel to which destinations? Have a look at our safari calendar. Now’s the time to plan your next safari with us, because there’s something amazing for Read More

If you want to get up close to gorillas in their natural habitat, then Uganda’s BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST is one of the best places in the world. Sitting quietly in the presence of these incredible primates as they go about their day – eating, grooming and playing…will be one the highlights of your life! There Read More

Ilze joined a FAM trip hosted by andBeyond which visited three beautiful camps in Botswana’s Okavango Delta – Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp, Sandibe Safari Lodge and Xaranna Okavango Tented Camp Ilze’s impressions of Nxabega… The main area overlooks a busy waterhole that attracts a range of wildlife, from zebra and elephants to red lechwe and Read More

Rwanda is one of the best destinations for gorilla trekking. Approximately half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas are found in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park (Parc National des Volcans), a mountainous environment dominated by forests.  Time spent face to face with the gorilla families in their natural habitat is a humbling and profoundly spiritual experience. Read More

With more families travelling together, there is an increase in exclusive-use villas and family suites with a flexible schedule. Child-friendly lodges that welcome little ones offer age-appropriate programmes and activities in nature aimed at keeping the kids entertained and enthralled. Experienced lodge staff take care of children while parents are out on game drive, and Read More