I adore safari days. Early mornings, coffee in the bush, the anticipation of sightings, the thrill of the search, dreamy sundowners, and the glow of animal eyes on a night drive. Nothing beats it! However, a well-rounded trip to Africa usually includes more than just safari! We love to incorporate your special interests into your … Read More

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF SAFARI VEHICLES? There are two  main types of safari vehicles — open and closed. While open safari vehicles live up to their name, generally with three rows of tiered seating and completely open sides, closed safari vehicles are a bit more nuanced. They have closed sides (as you see in … Read More

If you know much about the Okavango Delta, you’ll know that seasonality plays a huge role in the experience you can expect when you visit, so below, I’m sharing all of the details — when to go, what to expect, and some of the elements other than the weather that can impact your overall Okavango Delta … Read More

A travelogue from Abby Salle from her recent journey through Africa with her family! Elephants have always been my favorite animal without a doubt. I could probably sit for hours watching herds move quietly through the bush, making little to no noise. Although they are the gentle giants of Africa, they can be very fierce … Read More

A safari is an excellent opportunity to splurge … there are just so many over-the-top, best-of-the-best luxury options when it comes to safari lodges, and excellent lodges mean excellent guides, food, service, and overall experience. Of course, Africa is full of exquisite safari lodges, so this list is FAR from complete (and it was TOUGH … Read More

It might be just my opinion, but I think that Africa is the perfect destination for a truly epic journey. In support of this opinion, in July I shared some one-of-a-kind ways to knock a marriage proposal out of the park in Africa. If you missed it, you can check it out here. This month, I … Read More

I’m sure you’ve heard of the Great Migration, but you might be a little hazy on the specifics. That’s why, in this blog post, I’ll answer all of the most pressing questions about this bucket-list experience, so be sure to hang on to it … and share with your friends! Great Migration FAQs What exactly … Read More

A couple of weeks ago, we shared a post about how to plan a first-time safari. Today, we’re sharing some ALTERNATIVE safari ideas for travelers who have perhaps been to Africa many times and are looking for something a bit different from your typical safari experience. Of course it’s ALWAYS thrilling to see lions or … Read More

A travelogue from Abby Salle as she travels through Africa with her family! Last night, we went to the warm and inviting Dusty Road Restaurant for the township experience. We were greeted by the wonderful owner, Sarah, who welcomed us with some traditional drinks. My favorite was the sweet tea with tamarind, munyii berry and … Read More

While you don’t need a reason to take an African safari, safaris are a unique and extremely memorable way to mark a special moment in your life. At Hills of Africa, we love being a part of making those moments even more special by helping you coordinate the perfect proposal, ideal anniversary, adventurous birthday celebration, … Read More