Why are Indian and African animals so similar?

How and why is Indian and African wildlife so similar? This is a question that we as guides often get asked when guests are interested in exploring these two special places. This not only includes the large mammals, but birds and vegetation too. Indian and African wildlife exhibit notable similarities, despite being continents apart. These […]
A trip done by Andy Joannou

The Planning I normally have a firmer plan of what I want out of my trips. This time, all I knew was that I wanted to return to South Africa (my second time), largely inspired by the photos and videos being shared on Ryan’s Instagram and those appearing on my Explore feed. I didn’t know […]
Summer Wonderland

Summer Safari in Southern Africa The festive season is one of the most popular times of the year to travel. People from Europe or America often associate this time of the year with snow and cold Christmas celebrations; it is quite the opposite down in Southern Africa. This is the peak of our summer, and people […]
World Gorilla Day – Protecting our Primate Cousins

World Gorilla Day, celebrating one of our closest relatives and the magical, special creatures that they are.
Giraffe : Walking with heads above the trees

The giraffe, a symbol of elegance and gentleness, holds iconic status not only in Africa but worldwide. Its distinctive characteristics, including the long neck and beautiful eyelashes, make it one of the most sought-after animals for safari enthusiasts. Recently commemorated World Giraffe Day prompts us to address some frequently asked questions about these remarkable creatures. […]
Where To Next?

Where to next? That’s the big question, right? For those of you that have traveled numerous times to South Africa, Kenya, and Botswana and are stuck on where you should go on safari next, then this article is for you. If you have spent more than five minutes talking to me then you would have […]
Four Reasons Why You Should Visit the Eastern Cape, South Africa

The Eastern Cape is an overlooked corner of South Africa. It is a place that feels isolated from the rest of the country, with a different pace of life and unique natural beauty. The province is home to some of the best game reserves in the country and excellent opportunities for exploring the outdoors. Travellers […]
Clash of the Connochaetes

The word Connochaetes comes from an ancient Greek word that loosely describes the flowing mane or beard of a wildebeest. Wildebeest play a vital role in the ecosystem as they form the bulk of the largest terrestrial mammal migration and the same group of animals that stampeded through a gorge and killed Mufasa in the […]
Covid19: Travel Update

A Covid19 Update for safari travelers by country in terms of entry & quarantine requirements
Travel Thru Kenya & Tanzania

Kenya and Tanzania welcome back tourism. Find out more about safety protocols and requirements, as well as amazing destinations.
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