In June 2015 I wrote about the New Laws Pertaining to Traveling with a Child to South Africa Well, great news for families with young children! South Africa no longer requires ‘visa exempt’ foreign visitors to have Unabridged Birth Certificates for minor children to present on arrival. The only documentation necessary will be a valid … Read More
South Africa
Cape Grace – The Ultimate Cape Town Destination
In a few short weeks, I will be with an amazing group of travel agents where I will be sharing my love of South Africa and Zimbabwe. Our first stop is Cape Town and one of our favorite hotels – the majestic Cape Grace. Cape Grace has held pride of place on its own quay … Read More
An Afternoon at Delaire Graff Estates
One of favorite memories from a recent trip was as we drove up to the private gate at the Delaire Graff Estate, I felt I was being taken back in time. It took my breath away with it’s sweeping views across stunning vineyards and mountains towards Stellenbosch, one of the world’s leading wine destinations. This … Read More
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve – What Our Clients Are Saying
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve is a renowned conservation and community success story, offering a sophisticated safari experience for the conscientious traveler. The reserve comprises just 22 rooms split across four small luxurious lodges, providing understated luxury and one of the highest land to guest ratios in South Africa. The over 54,000 acres of pristine wilderness … Read More
South Africa and Zimbabwe – Beyond What They Expected!
It is always a grateful moment when we receive a testimonial from a client that includes “beyond what was expected” in their note. VIP clients of Sandy Lipkowitz with We Make Travel Easy just returned from a 10 day trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe and this is what they had to say: “The trip … Read More
Lairds Lodge and the Garden Route should be on your bucket list….
If you are a foodie, Lairds Lodge should be on your bucket list. Every client we’ve had the privilege of working with on their African Safari tour and we have recommended Lairds Lodge, has told us they should have stay longer. We normally book our clients a 3 night stay – they often wish they … Read More
It’s time to celebrate …. YOU …. our African Safari Partners
It’s always at this time of year that I get a little emotional and we at Hills of Africa Travel would like to thank our partners in Africa, all the amazing safari lodges, boutique hotels and their staff; our fantastic guides who always go above and beyond to make our clients feel so special; to … Read More
Property Spotlight – Duba Expeditions Camp, Okavango Delta
Rich with wildlife, cultural heritage, and vibrant spirit, the Okavango Delta is arguably one of Africa’s most spectacular places to visit. Famous for its diverse terrain of sprawling floodplains, thriving grasslands, remote islands, savannah, and bushveld the Okavango Delta is, without a doubt, a prized area for game-viewing and birding. For those looking to visit … Read More
Leave the headache behind and don’t change a thing
Sandy, Amy and all Hills of Africa Travel, we had the absolute BEST time on this African Safari Vacation. It is, without a doubt, the most perfect experience we have had on any of our international travels. All the planning and attention to detail more than paid off for the headaches in doing so. As … Read More
Experience the Chocolate Box
The warmest welcome in Gordon’s Bay… Enjoy sundowners on the Pool Deck while admiring awesome sunsets across False Bay. Our luxurious suites offer stunning sea and mountain views across False Bay to Table Mountain and Devil’s Peak. Olaf Dambrowski provokes the senses in detailed attention to hospitality. This is evident in a plunge pool surrounded … Read More