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24/03/2025
The largest bird on earth cannot fly!
At 2.5 m (8 ft.) tall, the ostrich is the world’s largest and heaviest bird. Weighing up to 145 kg, it is too heavy to fly. But the ostrich has many unique abilities that make it well-adapted to living in the savanna, desert, and open woodlands of central and southern Africa. Equipped with lon... More
15/01/2025
Our quick guide to the seasons in South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Zambia– when to go?
'Spring - September and October A fantastic time in our opinion – cool evenings and warm days, little rain or just the occasional shower, which brings out new foliage and the days are heave with anticipation of the great rains which awaits. October can be extremely dry and hot in the central ... More
13/11/2025
Why go on a mobile safari in Botswana?
What is it - mobile safaris are the most authentic, back-to-basics way to access Botswana’s National Parks and Game Reserves like the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Nxai Pan National Park, Makgadikgadi Pa... More
29/10/2025
Namibia - Land of big skies and red dunes plus our top 5 pick of lodges
Natural wonders such as that mighty Fish River Canyon and the wildlife paradise of Etosha National Park mesmerize, but it’s the picture of the desolate desert where mighty slabs of rock rise out of earth’s sand that remains in your mind long after visiting there. Amber red sand dunes in ... More
15/10/2025
Fynbos - South Africa’s botanical wonder
The Cape Floral Kingdom is by far the smallest of all (the only one to fit within one country) but it is also the most diverse, with more than three times the floral species of the Amazon rainforest. Within an area of 90 000 km2 there are over 9000 species of flowering fynbos plants, 70% o... More
04/09/2025
Africa’s little five – weird and wonderful on a small scale
Everyone knows about the African Big Five, but did you know that there exists the African Little Five? They are small, somewhat elusive and definitely very interesting. Next time you’re on safari why not try to tick off these little creatures on your ‘must-see’ list. Elephant Shre... More
27/08/2025
Mauritius - The Heart of the Indian Ocean
Why go? Mauritius is the perfect tropical getaway for sun worshippers and sports fanatics alike. Reef-protected beaches make this a paradise for water lovers - swim, sail, snorkel in complete safety and for the more energetic water-ski or wakeboard on the smooth and endless turquoise ocean. C... More
19/08/2025
Spotlight - Kafue National Park, Zambia
If you want off-the-beaten-track wilderness experience with decent wildlife and traditional camps – look no further than Kafue for your safari. Kafue is Zambia’s oldest park and by far the largest. It was established as a game reserve in 1924 and became an official national park in 1950.... More
05/08/2025
Off the beaten track - Route 62 through the Klein Karoo
Between the Western Cape and Eastern Cape lies about a 300km strip of semi-desert land known as the ‘Klein’ (little in Afrikaans) Karoo. This is the less explored and hugely underrated stretch through some of the country’s most picturesque and unique scenery. Most travellers whiz p... More
24/07/2025
Tales of Whales – winter in South Africa beckons
Don’t let the colder weather forecast of the Western Cape in South Africa put you off. From July through November, Africa's southern edge is awash with migrating whales. Southern Right whales come from Antarctic feeding grounds where they've been krill-loading in preparation for mating and bir... More
16/07/2025
Dreaming of your very own safari or beach Villa – try our Exclusive Escapes
You don’t have to follow the norm and be woken up at 5am for a summer game drive anymore or have dinner at 7pm sharp – go or eat whenever you want to with your family and friends. Small groups are taking the safari circuit by storm and exclusive use villas and lodges are increasing... More
