If you don’t come to Botswana as an avid birder, you will certainly leave as one! With over 570 different species of bird, Botswana offers travelers a unique perspective into the colorful world of birding. Two of the BEST places in Botswana to view birds include the Okavango Delta and the Chobe Game Reserve. Both … Read More
Answers to Questions About Africa That You’re Too Embarrassed to Ask
Ever wonder where you would go to the bathroom while on safari? What about the food you’ll be served while in the bush? We’ve answered some of your most quirky questions about African safari vacations below that you might be too embarrassed to ask: Where’s the toilet? Get comfortable with your wild side! The bathroom … Read More
A Play by Play of Shark Cage Diving in South Africa
Post written by Hills of Africa Travel’s Marketing Director, Britt Urbach Thinking of visiting South Africa? Well if you do, you MUST go shark cage diving! And for those of you saying “heck no!” you can watch the sharks from the comfort of the boat. So what’s it like to go shark cage diving? I’m … Read More
Honeymoon in the African Treetops in Lion Sands Game Reserve
Image to the left taken from Lion Sands Game Reserve website Your honeymoon only happens once, so why not make it the most unique, romantic, over-the-top trip of your life? I know just the place to do it, too—Sabi Sands Game Reserve in South Africa! Situated in this vast reserve is the Lion Sands Game … Read More
Top 3 Boutique Accommodations in Namibia
Image to the left of Little Kulala, taken from Wilderness-Safaris website From the giant sand dunes of Sossusvlei to the fascinating Himba people of the haunting Skeleton Coast, to the exotic wildlife of Etosha National Park and the wetlands of the Caprivi Strip, Namibia is famed as one of earth’s most mysterious and riveting destinations. … Read More
Retired? Here are Some of the Top Destinations in Africa for Retirees
Now that 40+ years of work is behind you, it’s time to start exploring the world and having a grand old time with your freedom! And, I have to say that there is no better place on earth to explore during the age of retirement than Africa. Each and every destination in Africa offers retirees … Read More
{South Africa Recipe} Hearty Prawn Soup from Cape Grace Hotel
Africa is big on soups in the culinary scene. From mushroom bisque to vegetable soup, tomatoes bisque, to butternut squash soup, and thick vegetable and meat stews to carrot and ham soup (that one sound weird, but I promise, you, it’s delicious!), Africa is the home of tasty and hearty soups! In our recipe book, … Read More
How a Trip to Zimbabwe Transformed So Many Lives
Each year, Hills of Africa Travel partners up with philanthropist and business coach, Suzanne Evans, to create an inspirational journey that gives back to the people of Zimbabwe and Zambia. These annual Give Movement Journeys give philanthropists, small business owners, and entrepreneurs the chance to educate local Zimbabwean women on business development and participate in … Read More
7 Reasons to Celebrate Your Birthday in Africa This Year
Are you the type of person who loves to extend your birthday into a weeklong celebration? It’s more fun that way, I think! And there is no better way to celebrate a weeklong (or even two-weeklong) birthday than in Africa. Below are just 7 reasons why you should celebrate your special birthday in Africa this … Read More
Bond Over a Family Safari Filled with Adrenaline
Want to experience a family vacation that takes adventure to a whole new level? And by whole new level I’m NOT talking about camping at the Grand Canyon. I’m talking about a family vacation to one of the world’s most exotic places on earth, filled with exciting safari tours, sky diving, mountain biking, and white … Read More