Returning from a recent trip to South Africa, our client, Karen Banks, shares the details of how Africa has changed her life. See below for our interview with Karen and some of her amazing pictures from her recent African safari vacation! 1. What inspired you to travel to Africa? People tell you Africa changes you. … Read More
Luxury + Adventure + Relaxation: Great Plains Conservation
One of the finest tour and accommodation operators in all of Africa, Great Plains Conservation owns and operates 9 different lodges and camps in Botswana and Kenya, and incorporates eco-friendly operations into all of their properties. In a nutshell, Great Plains is “a conservation organization that relies on low impact, high quality tourism, carbon trading, and … Read More
Top 3 Destinations for First-Time Travelers to Africa
First-time travelers to Africa often don’t know what they are interested in experiencing until they try it all! For example, we’ve had many first-time visitors to Africa who have wanted to focus their entire trip on wildlife, but then, after interacting with the locals and experiencing the various cultures of Africa, they realized that they … Read More
Why One Couple Chose Africa As Their Unique Honeymoon Destination
After returning home from a spectacular African honeymoon safari in South Africa, our clients, Matthew & Meredith Lackey, dished all on what made their special trip so magical. See below for our interview with the newly-weds: Out of all the destinations in the world, what inspired you to visit Africa for your dream honeymoon? Africa … Read More
Exploring a Rare Connection to Nature in Zambia
Searching for the best wildlife-viewing experiences in Africa without the crowds? Well we’ve got a little secret for you: Zambia is one of our favorite wildlife-rich African countries that hasn’t made it to the mainstream traveler’s list yet. Rather, it’s a destination for discerning travelers who love to explore nature in its purest form and … Read More
Experience Africa as Early Explorers Once Did: A Look at Selinda Explorer’s Camp
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