Guest article written by clients Mimi, Jack, and Kelly Crotty, who came to us through Gail Sinito from GTS Vacations When people say Africa is unforgettable, it is an understatement! What a trip of a lifetime this was. From the beautiful stay at Abbey Manor to the amazing last stop at Kanga Bush Camp, we were … Read More
How One Blind Man Experienced Safari in Africa
During one of my transfers in South Africa from the Jamala Madikwe Royal Safari Lodge to Marataba Safari Lodge, I asked my driver, Wikus (who was the head field guide at Marataba Safari Lodge) if he had any interesting stories from his days as a guide. Of course he did! But one story stood out … Read More
An Impressive Glimpse into the Life of a Dung Beetle
Article by Britt Urbach, the Hills of Africa Travel marketing director As we set out on our afternoon game drive in the Marakele National Park in South Africa, our African safari guide from Marataba Safari Lodge, Johna, stopped the vehicle only 10 minutes into the drive to point out a pile of elephant dung on … Read More
How Much Does an African Safari Vacation Cost?
Many destinations around the world you can experience on a budget. But Africa is different. It’s fairly expensive to get there and accommodations in the bush can be pricey – but it’s absolutely worth it. Below is a breakdown of some of the costs you will encounter when planning your African safari vacation: Accommodations: When … Read More
An African Family Safari Vacation to Remember
We recently had some clients return home from an incredible African family safari vacation to Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, and Mana Pools National Park. Below is their narrative of their safari experience: When people say Africa is unforgettable, it is an understatement! What a trip of a lifetime this was. From the beautiful … Read More