As one of the most charming guesthouses in South Africa, De Zeekoe Guest Farm has an absolutely stunning backdrop: gorgeous mountains, and flowers, which are best seen from August to the beginning of October. I also adore it because there are dozens of activities to take part in while visiting, including daily visits with the … Read More
5 Reasons to Visit Duba Plains, Botswana During the Green Season
The green season in Duba Plains (located in the Okavango Delta of Botswana), also known as the rainy season and low season, is actually one of the most amazing time periods to visit this spectacular destination. The green season is considered to be the months of November through April, and it offers travelers with a … Read More
Top 3 Africa Destinations for Empty Nesters
Image of a gorilla in Rwanda, taken by our client Gray Cornwell Whether your child has just recently started college away from home or you’ve been an empty nester for quite some time, a trip to Africa can be one of the most life-altering trips you can experience at this time in your life with … Read More
Top 3 Accommodations in Zambia for the Ultimate, Remote Getaway
Image above of a Bilimungwe room, taken from The Bushcamp Company’s Facebook page Famous for walking safaris and birding safaris, as well as traditional big game tours, Zambia is a nature-lover’s paradise. And within Zambia are some of Africa’s finest camps and lodges. See below for some of the country’s most renowned accommodations: Bilimungwe Bushcamp: … Read More
Elephants Galore at Somalisa Camp
Situated in Zimbabwe’s magnificent Hwange National Park, Somalisa Camp can easily be described as luxury meets adventure. This luxury-tented camp is also boutique in size with only 12 beds (6 spacious and well-appointed canvas tents) to ensure that guests enjoy a completed personalized experience while on their African safari vacation. Within Hwange National Park—one of … Read More
10 Ways to Properly Prepare for a Trip to Africa
It’s a fairly large undertaking to prepare for a trip halfway across the world, especially a trip to Africa where you’ll most likely be in the remote African bush for some duration of your trip. To help make your African safari vacation a happy and exciting experience, as oppose to a stressful one, I’ve outlined … Read More
Watch Out for Drunk Chameleon Crossings
Home to more than 50 endemic species of chameleon, Madagascar is home to almost half the chameleon population in the world. On the island of Madagascar, chameleons come in all different shapes, sizes, and color varietals. Each chameleon species has pincers attached to their appendages. This helps them to grasp trees, which is where you … Read More
6 Tips for Efficiently Packing a Carry-On Bag for an African Safari Vacation
To many travelers, the mere thought of checking a bag for an international flight can cause anxiety. Too many times bags get lost and are never to be found again. And there is no traveler out there who wishes this fate upon his or her beloved bag. So for all of you travelers out there … Read More
Top 8 Ways to Spend a Day (or Two) in Johannesburg
Image to the left taken from SA-Venues.com To the surprise of many travelers, Johannesburg is one of the most culturally rich and vibrant cities in southern Africa (and arguably Africa as a whole). So whether you’re flying into Johannesburg for the day or staying for several days, there are a variety of exciting and enriching … Read More
Tintswalo Safari Lodge – So Much More Than a Great Safari Experience
“The intangible feeling of love, gratitude and peace bestowed upon someone offering you a meaningful and worthy gift.” That’s what Tintswalo means in the native Shangaan language. So what exactly is Tintswalo? Tintswalo is a company based in South Africa that owns three luxurious properties throughout the country, including Tintswalo Safari Lodge, Tintswalo Waterfall, and … Read More