Have you always fantasized about experiencing Africa the same way David Livingstone and Samuel Baker did? Well, Selinda Explorer’s Camp can make your dreams come true. Set along a remote region of Botswana’s wildlife-abundant Selinda Spillway, Selinda Explorer’s Camp brings guests through an authentic safari experience with the essence of luxury. Each of the camp’s … Read More
How to Spend Your Birthday in Africa: Hills of Africa Staff Chooses Their Top Picks!
I am so honored to say that 10 years ago this month, Hills of Africa was born. And for the month of September, we plan on celebrating our very happy birthday with all of our clients, blog readers, newsletter subscribers, and travel partners! Back in September 2002, I co-founded Hills of Africa Travel and cultivated … Read More
The Ultimate Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Itinerary
Rare, magical, inspirational, and moving–these are all words I’d use to describe all of my past experiences gorilla trekking, as well as those of our clients. But unfortunately, I don’t think even those words do the experience justice. It’s one of those once in a lifetime opportunities that remains with you for the rest of … Read More
5 Childhood Dreams that Can Come To Life in Africa
Image above taken from The Hide photo gallery. One of the things I love most about Africa is that childhood dreams come to life. You have the opportunity to become a kid again and venture to the ends of the earth as a great explorer and walk in the shoes of your childhood heroes. Find … Read More
Have You Ever Kissed in Front of an Elephant?
From star-studded skies to sprawling savannah plains, and remote beaches to brilliant sunsets, it’s obvious that Africa was made for lovers. And because Africa is one of the most exclusive and luxurious destinations in the world, only a few thousand honeymooners a year get the chance to experience this once in a lifetime trip. So, … Read More
Top 4 Culinary Experiences to Be Had in Southern Africa
Image to the left taken from the African Relish website From world-renowned, award-winning chefs to fantastic traditional cuisine, and internationally inspired restaurants to some of the world’s finest, locally produced wines, southern Africa has been a culinary mecca for centuries. Today, there are a variety of ways to explore the flavors of southern Africa, including … Read More
Best Bites in the Quaint South African Beach Town of Camps Bay
Guest post by Cape Fusion Tour Guide, Pam McOnie This section aims to be an update of new restaurants that I have tried or want to try in Cape Town and the surrounding wine regions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list—merely a list of what looks really exciting for this season. … Read More
Adventurous Tales from a Tanzania Safari Vacation
Amy Handwerker, a Virtuoso agent and Puerto Rico and Napa, CA travel specialist of Travel Experts came to Hills of Africa a few months back to assist her in planning a trip to Africa for one of her clients. We were thrilled to help create the trip of a lifetime for her client, Zach and … Read More
Top 3 Romantic Honeymoon Accommodations in Southern & Eastern Africa
Below are just three of our top picks for romantic honeymoon accommodations in southern and eastern Africa: Azura Boutique Hotel A Dream day at Azura Hotel: Awake to the soft ebb and flow of the ocean before enjoying a breakfast of fresh fruit and pastries at the water’s edge. You start your day by relaxing … Read More
Hills of Africa Staff Picks for Favorite Destinations in Africa
Hills of Africa’s Sandy Salle, Amy Green, and Michelle Potuzak, spotlight their favorite destinations to plan client trips to. Check them out below! For more information about each of these destinations, visit our website, hillsofafrica.com.