These fiction books offer a valuable window into the complexities of Africa's history, culture, and social and political issues. By reading these books before visiting Africa, you will gain a deeper understanding of the many different countries, people, and cultures that make up this diverse and vibrant continent.
The Christmas season is a time of joy and cheer, but it can also bring with it the winter blues. If you're tired of the cold and grey weather, then a safari in Africa is the perfect escape.
Hiring a 4WD vehicle and heading into the bush is perhaps the most exciting and adventurous way to experience the beauty of Africa - and it is not as daunting as it may sound
It's no exaggeration to say that the Serengeti National Park is the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world. With an area of 14,763 square kilometres, it has the greatest concentration of plains game in Africa and is home to one of the most incredible spectacles on earth - the great migration of wildebeest and zebra.
On this road trip I started and finished in Cape Town but ventured into the lesser-known areas including the Karoo and the Cederberg Mountains
This is the second and final part of my trip report from Namibia; you can find the first part by clicking the link below: Part One: Trip report: Namibia – Driving north to Etosha National Park Knowing that I had…
South Luangwa National Park deserves its reputation as one of the best safari destinations in Africa; a real wilderness but boasting a high density of wildlife. With recent estimates of over 40,000 elephant, a wealth of other animals and excellent…
Day 7 of your virtual safari and you're spending the day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Day 6 of your virtual safari and it's an early start for a hot-air balloon trip over the Serengeti followed by an afternoon game drive and a stay at one of Africa's best safari camps
Day 5 of your virtual safari and you're exploring some of Tanzania's legendary attractions. Follow the journey from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Crater
It's the fourth day of your virtual African safari. Today you leave the game drives for a while as you visit the local village to see the positive impact of your holiday spend
Your virtual African adventure continues...on Day 3 it's time to get out on a couple of game drives and settle in to camp life
And you're off! It's finally time for your adventure to begin - and today you are flying to Africa
A report from my first time flying in Business Class with South African Airways
So, here we go again then? Yup. As you’ll recall, we kicked off with 13 reasons why to visit Africa, and before long followed it up with Another 13 reasons why you have to visit Africa. And you may also…
The first part of my trip report from our self-drive tour in Namibia, including Okonjima reserve, Onguma The Fort, Okakuejo Resort and Etosha National Park
This is the third and final part of the report from my trip to Uganda
The second of three articles making up a report from my trip to Uganda
Moremi is one of the best places in Africa for spotting wildlife, with a high density of animals. A particular advantage is that the wildlife in Moremi are generally relaxed, which means that game vehicles can get closer than is…
An island paradise in Lake Malawi National Park, Blue Zebra Island Lodge is an essential part of any Malawi itinerary. Offering superb service, fabulous food and all the water-based activities you could wish for, you will not want to leave its stunning sandy beaches. Accommodation is extremely comfortable and Blue Zebra offers true "barefoot luxury"...
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