Lioness Vs Wild Dogs in the Okavango

When lions and wild dogs meet it often ends badly for the much smaller carnivores and even big packs will do their best to get out of the way of lions. This time though the wild dogs decided to fight back! Guide OD from Chitabe camp was out with guests on an early morning safari...

Lewis Mangaba – Wilderness Guide of Hwange

Near the end of last year, I spent some quality time with Wilderness Safari’s guide Lewis Mangaba in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe.  He is based at Linkwasha Camp in the south-east of Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park, where wildlife sightings are among the most impressive in...

Latest on the Desert-Adapted Lions of Namibia

It has been almost a year now since the release of the internationally acclaimed Vanishing Kings documentary which highlights the plight of a unique species, the desert-adapted lion of Namibia. Carel Loubser updates us on the Five Musketeers, the Hoanib region and international...

What Should I Wear on My Safari

Part of your safari-planning checklist should include procuring appropriate safari attire. Knowing how to properly plan ahead for a functional safari wardrobe will ensure that you get the most out of your safari experience. First and foremost, make sure you pack all the essential...
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How to Safely Execute a Multi-Generational Safari

While it might not seem like the most obvious choice in the “fun for all ages” category, African family vacations are actually something anyone can enjoy, regardless of age or gender. Organizing a safari for the whole family is not only feasible, but one of the most satisfying...

Special Medicinal Concerns to Take into Consideration Before Your African Safari

Being aware of special medical considerations is one of the most significant preliminary steps in planning your African safari. Due to the transient nature of vaccination requirements, it is strongly recommended that you visit the CDC’s traveler website to familiarize yourself...

Your Africa Travel Document Checklist

In order to start planning the details of your upcoming African safari, you must organize your papers to make sure your travel documents are in order. Taking the time to make a travel document checklist and check it twice will ensure that the whole process goes smoothly. First...

Julian Harrison named one of Conde Nast Traveler’s “The Experience Makers 2015”

    In the December 2015 issue of Conde Nast Traveler, our esteemed President Julian Harrison, is on their list of “The Experience Makers 2015” for the Southern Africa region. You can read more at Conde Nast Traveler.
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The Okavango Delta: A Sea of Land and a Land of Water

The Okavango Delta: A Natural Sanctuary Head inland from the dry Kalahari Savanna, and you will find the glorious Okavango Delta. Called “a sea of land and a land of water,” the delta comprises 6,000 miles of waterways with verdant forests and palm-adorned islands surrounded by...
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When to Travel: Safari High and Low Seasons in Southern and East Africa

Safari High and Low Seasons in Southern and East Africa If you’re wondering when to travel to South Africa and East Africa and what the safari high and low travel seasons are, know that winter is normally considered high season because of the game-viewing factor. Winter is...
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