In a few short weeks, I will be with an amazing group of travel agents where I will be sharing my love of South Africa and Zimbabwe. Our first stop is Cape Town and one of our favorite hotels – the majestic Cape Grace. Cape Grace has held pride of place on its own quay … Read More
Accommodations
Old Drift Lodge – Home Away from Home
As I am about to begin my journey back to my native Zimbabwe, I wanted to share with you some of my favorite properties that we will be experiencing with the GIFTE journey November 12-25th. Located in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Old Drift Lodge is a home away from home. The staff are so friendly and … Read More
Camp Hwange & The Hide – We Will Be There Soon!
So excited that I am taking a great group from GIFTE (Global Institute for Travel Entrepreneurs) to South Africa and Zimbabwe next month. We will be staying 2 nights at Camp Hwange is a beautiful “bush” camp where you get first class guiding and an amazing safari experience. The camp is owned by one of … Read More
Experience the Serengeti Under Canvas
There are those that want walls, doors and windows while in camp and there are others (most of the Hills of Africa team!) that just want canvas between us and the animals. You can experience a classic Tanzanian safari in spectacular solitude and soothing comfort – with only the canvas walls of your tent separating … Read More
An Afternoon at Delaire Graff Estates
One of favorite memories from a recent trip was as we drove up to the private gate at the Delaire Graff Estate, I felt I was being taken back in time. It took my breath away with it’s sweeping views across stunning vineyards and mountains towards Stellenbosch, one of the world’s leading wine destinations. This … Read More
“Be Safe” They Said. “Are You Scared? They Asked.
Dana recently traveled to Africa for the first time and shares her advice and experience with you here. Prior to traveling to Africa, be safe was the “advice” I was given. And “Aren’t you scared?” was the question I was most often asked. Being new to international travel, was there something I should be concerned … Read More
Feel the Love of “The Lion King” for Real
As expected, The Lion King movie is off to an insane start. Just three weeks into its domestic run, the remake has accrued $403.2 million in the U.S. and over a billion dollars worldwide. It’s clear that nobody will be able to catch The Lion King at the box office. Did you get a chance … Read More
Dana Finds “Family” In Zimbabwe
Dana Crone, our newest member of the Hills of Africa team, reflecting on an amazing trip to Africa and shares her story with us here. “Khulu Bush Camp is in the forefront of my memory. Two things first come to mind when I reflect on Khulu – pride and family. Photographs of the family, who … Read More
Our Clients Love Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
We have had two VIP families just return from Elewana Sand River Masai Mara and they found the safari camp to be magnificent and were so happy they had chosen to stay here! Situated along the banks of a river from which it has taken its name, Elewana Sand River Masai Mara is located within … Read More
Hills of Africa Loves Honeymooners
June is a very popular month for weddings and we here at Hills of Africa LOVE honeymooners as we know how very special that time is after your wedding and how important it is to do something that you will look back on fondly for many years to come. I love when I am around … Read More