The work of celebrated conservationist Dian Fossey put Rwanda on the map as the place to see mountains gorillas in the wild. But there are actually two great primate destinations in East Africa — Rwanda and the neighboring country of Uganda. It’s funny how movies paint our perceptions of far-away places. Gorillas in the Mist … Read More
Africa in Motion — The Great Migration
There’s nothing else like it anywhere on the planet — the Great Migration that takes place in East Africa, each year, the movement of millions of large creatures across the Serengeti Plains . . . and the daily drama that plays out between predator and prey all along their route. The numbers are truly astounding: … Read More
If You Give a Kid a Chance . . .
Much like Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz, rainbows are a symbol of hope and progress in various parts of the world. Nowhere is that more true than Mozambique, where the Rainbow Fund supports a wide range of environmental and social projects. The first registered charity of its kind in Mozambique, the Rainbow Fund … Read More
Victoria Falls – Do I REALLY need to visit? What’s all the Hype?
We, at Hills of Africa Travel, always get asked “is it really worth visiting Victoria Falls?” and “why should I visit Victoria Falls?”. Well, we’re going to share with you why we think you should DEFINITELY include Victoria Falls in your travel plans if you are visiting Southern Africa. The Victoria Falls itself – … Read More
Traveling from Africa to USA – what electronics am I allowed to take as carry on?
Revised as of 30th March 2017: We know you’re so excited about going on an African Safari Vacation. You’ve got your bags packed, you have your passport in hand and then all of a sudden you hear about new restrictions. To help you plan and to take the stress away from you, here’s the latest … Read More
Magical Selinda Camp in Botswana, a special place in our hearts
Selinda Camp, nestled deep in Okavango Delta’s Selinda Reserve in Botswana, is a very special safari camp for us and is a fantastic option for the traveler looking to celebrate a birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, graduation, or general safari travel in five-star luxury. Combining top of the line accommodation with amazing game viewing and opportunities for … Read More
Drifting away…A mokoro ride in Botswana
This past September I had the privilege of visiting the Okavango Delta region of Botswana. This amazing area is widely known as being quite a different safari destination, offering boating and fishing activities not found in many other areas of the bush. Since the Delta easily offers water based activities, we decided to forgo the … Read More
It’s time to celebrate …. YOU …. our African Safari Partners
It’s always at this time of year that I get a little emotional and we at Hills of Africa Travel would like to thank our partners in Africa, all the amazing safari lodges, boutique hotels and their staff; our fantastic guides who always go above and beyond to make our clients feel so special; to … Read More
Property Spotlight – Duba Expeditions Camp, Okavango Delta
Rich with wildlife, cultural heritage, and vibrant spirit, the Okavango Delta is arguably one of Africa’s most spectacular places to visit. Famous for its diverse terrain of sprawling floodplains, thriving grasslands, remote islands, savannah, and bushveld the Okavango Delta is, without a doubt, a prized area for game-viewing and birding. For those looking to visit … Read More
Life in the African Safari Bush – A Game of Chance
Follow along on Amy’s Botswana safari. On my recent visit to Botswana, I was lucky enough to spend time visiting Duba Expedition Camp and the beautiful Duba Plains. You may have read past Hills of Africa blog posts on the area and the lions of Duba Plains, as they are such an easy subject to … Read More