When most people imagine an African safari, they picture themselves in a Land Cruiser, camera in hand, watching elephants cross the savanna. And yes, that’s magical. But after 25 years of exploring this continent, I’ve learned that some of Africa’s most transformative moments happen when you step out of the vehicle. Adventure safari experiences in … Read More
Why We Love Green Season Safaris
It’s no secret that green season is one of my favorite times to go on safari. The fresh rains renewing the land, the birth of new animals, the brilliant colors of all the birds, and of course the land bursting with color from green grass to technicolored wildflowers. Somehow though, green season safaris are booked … Read More
Africa’s Best-Kept Secret: The Migration Nobody Knows About
I recently returned from Zambia’s Liuwa Plain National Park, and I can’t stop thinking about it. I spent three whole days where the second largest wildebeest migration takes place and how many other vehicles did I see? None. Not one. Let that sink in for a moment. While the Serengeti and Masai Mara host hundreds … Read More
Why I Love Leading Group Trips
This September, we celebrated 25 years of Hills of Africa, and it feels like the right moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and my favorite parts of my incredible career of making dreams! And after 25 years, I’ve realized something: as much as I love it, the magic for me isn’t just in … Read More
How to Celebrate National Braai Day
Celebrate South Africa’s National Braai Day! Discover the heritage, key ingredients, and a bobotie boerewors recipe to try at home.