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Africa Visa & Entry Requirements

Below are the visa requirements for UK and USA passport holders. All other nationalities should check the current entry requirements:

By Susan | 15 August 2017

Luggage Limits When Travelling To Africa

Here, we answer your questions on luggage limits and bag sizes when travelling to Africa. Airlines can be very strict on baggage limits, so it’s important to double-check your limit before you travel.

By Susan | 15 August 2017

Clothing, Footwear & Laundry

Are you taking too much, too little, what will the weather be like, are there laundry services, how smart do you have to dress in the evenings? We have all been through this and we have all asked these questions on what to pack on a safari to Africa.

By Susan | 15 August 2017

Tipping in Africa

Tipping is commonplace across Africa and it's a good idea to keep a supply of small bills with you (either in US Dollars or the local currency).

By Susan | 15 August 2017

Gifts for Locals

Below, we’ve outlined what you could bring for the locals you meet while on safari, as well as a few important considerations.

By Catherine | 09 August 2017

Serengeti Migration - where to stay in January

The Serengeti is full of fantastic safari camps; it's difficult to know where to start your research! Julian, one of our Co-founders, picks his best properties to put you in the thick of the action in January.

By Julian | 12 July 2017

Serengeti Migration - where to stay in February

The Serengeti is full of fantastic safari camps; it's difficult to know where to start your research! Julian, one of our Co-founders, picks his best properties to put you in the thick of the action in February.

By Julian | 12 July 2017

Serengeti Migration - where to stay in March?

The Serengeti is full of fantastic safari camps; it's difficult to know where to start your research! Julian, one of our Co-founders, picks his best properties to put you in the thick of the action in March.

By Julian | 12 July 2017

Serengeti Migration - where to stay in April?

The Serengeti is full of fantastic safari camps; it's difficult to know where to start your research! Julian, one of our Co-founders, picks his best properties to put you in the thick of the action in April.

By Julian | 12 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in August

Where are the herds in August? Which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 11 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in May

Where are the herds in May, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in June

Where are the herds in June, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in July

Where are the herds in July, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in September

Where are the herds in September? Which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in October

Where are the herds in October? Which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in November

Where are the herds in November, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in December

Where are the herds in December? Which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 10 July 2017

The Serengeti Great Migration - January to April - the wet season

One of our Co-founders 'Julian' talks through the Migration's movement in Tanzania's wet season, from the end of December through to April. He covers the science behind their movement & links you to where best to stay to see the 'mega' herds.

By Julian | 01 July 2017

The Serengeti Migration - November to December

One of our Co-founders 'Julian' talks through the Migration's movement in November and December. He covers the science behind their movement & links you to where best to stay to see the 'mega' herds.

By Julian | 01 July 2017

The Eastern Cape - to safari or not to safari...

The Eastern Cape of South Africa is undeniably gorgeous, offering visitors a smorgasbord of experiences.

By Kelly | 20 June 2017

Kelly's visit to the new Silo Hotel

On a recent visit to South Africa, our safari specialist Kelly had the pleasure of visiting the much-anticipated Silo Hotel. Here's what she has to say about it.

By Kelly | 15 June 2017

Travel Insurance - an essential extra cost!

Travel insurance is often viewed by clients as an extra cost that can be avoided. At Yellow Zebra however we insist that all travellers are fully insured for their trip. This blog covers the major reasons why travel insurance is essential.

By Julian | 15 June 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in April

Where are the herds in April, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 07 June 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in March

Where are the herds in March? Which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction to his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 05 June 2017

The Serengeti Great Migration - February

Where are the herds in February, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction into his best camps and trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 03 June 2017

A Guide to the Serengeti Great Migration in January

Where are the herds in January, which camps should you stay at? One of our founders 'Julian' talks about the movement of the herds as well as giving an introduction into his best camps and best trips for that time of year.

By Julian | 01 June 2017

The Wildlife of South Africa

At Yellow Zebra, we rate South Africa very highly when it comes to wildlife!

By Julian | 19 May 2017

Big Five - A poem by Fliss Teague

The Big Five is five animals that make an ace safari show: their names are lion, rhino, leopard, elephant, and buffalo!

By Julian | 17 May 2017

Rebecca's Tanzania Experience with Yellow Zebra

Rebecca travelled with us to Tanzania in February and has shared a few pictures and words about her trip.

By Julian | 05 April 2017

Unforgettable Camp Dining Experiences in Africa

As an ex-safari guide and lodge manager, I have enjoyed more than my share of truly wonderful dining experiences at African bush camps and lodges.

By Abi | 27 March 2017

The Wildlife of Tanzania

Rich in national parks and game reserves, and including the brilliant beach destination of Zanzibar, Tanzania has so much to offer the nature lover. When it comes to wildlife, the country is a real treasure trove!

By Julian | 21 March 2017

Yellow Zebra’s Top Five Charities for 2017

Since the company began, we have been dedicated to giving back to the destinations we sell. From fostering elephants in Kenya to building shower blocks in Malawi, we have had a busy few years contributing to the causes we care about.

By Catherine | 09 March 2017

The Wildlife of Botswana

Boasting possibly the best region for wildlife watching in all Africa, Botswana is a favourite safari country of everyone at YZ!

By Kirsten | 02 March 2017

Our 'Classic' Safaris

Our 'classic' safaris are the most popular safaris we sell. Starting prices are approximately $7,000 per person. This blog talks through what to expect from this style of safari, the approximate prices and links to examples of the trips themselves

By Julian | 21 February 2017

Our 'Luxury' Safaris

Our 'luxury' safaris are some of the most expensive safaris we sell. Starting at +/- $10,000pp these trips are some of the very best. This blog talks through what to expect from this style of safari, the approximate prices & links to sample trips.

By Julian | 21 February 2017

How Much Does A Safari Cost?

The most common question we get asked at Yellow Zebra is, ‘How much does a safari cost?’. If this is something you need advice about, believe me when I say you are not alone in feeling uncertain.

By Julian | 20 February 2017

Our 'Value' Safaris

Our 'value' safaris are our most economical trips. They are adventurous, great value safaris from +/- $4,000pp. This blog talks through what to expect from this style of safari, the approximate prices and links to examples of the trips themselves.

By Julian | 20 February 2017

A Tanzanian Adventure of a Lifetime with Yellow Zebra Safaris

Nothing can quite prepare you for touching down on sun-baked Kiba airstrip in the heart of the Selous Game Reserve...

By Julian | 09 February 2017

Kenya: The Sleeping Giant

For the last few years, Kenya has felt like the sleeping giant of the safari industry. However this 'Goliath' of a safari country is stirring. With a significant increase in travellers to the country last year, 2017 could well be Kenya's year.

By Julian | 18 January 2017

Where To Go On Your First Safari?

Choosing where to go on your first safari can be somewhat daunting!

By Julian | 31 December 2016

New possibilities in the Ngorongoro Crater

What do you think of when you hear the words ‘Ngorongoro Crater’?

By Wies | 21 November 2016

Katavi and Mahale – the Holiday of a Lifetime!

When the 17th of October 2016 finally rolled around, the months of anticipation and waiting had come to an end at last – I was off to Tanzania for a week, more specifically a week split between Katavi and Mahale!

By Wies | 21 November 2016

Lauren's trip to Ikuka Safari Camp in Ruaha

Ruaha National Park has remained largely off the safari radar, which is funny considering it’s the largest national park in Tanzania and is absolutely teeming with game.

By Lauren | 21 November 2016

Flying around with the Schoeman Brothers!

Skeleton Coast Safaris, formerly known as Schoeman’s Flying Safari, was set up by Louw Schoeman in 1977. Louw had played an important part in the Skeleton Coast’s gain of national park status.

By Emma | 31 October 2016

Q&A: Cape Town and Victoria Falls

Cape Town and Victoria Falls are two destinations that are often added onto a Botswana safari, with both providing something completely different from safaris in the national parks and private concessions.

By Wies | 05 October 2016

Jack’s Camp – Memoirs of a Camp Manager

For almost two years, I was lucky enough to work as a safari guide and camp manager at the magical Jack’s Camp in the Makgadikgadi salt pans of northeast Botswana.

By Abi | 05 October 2016

Something Different - The Makgadikgadi Migration

Everybody has heard of East Africa’s Great Migration. However, lesser known is the Makgadikgadi Migration, the second-largest migration of African ungulates.

By Abi | 05 October 2016

When to travel to the Okavango Delta

The Okavango Delta is Africa’s most pristine wildlife area.

By Kirsten | 05 October 2016

The Best Value Experience in Africa

Soaring over the plains of the Maasai Mara is absolutely breathtaking, but getting close to baby elephants is certainly a magical moment for anyone.

By Catherine | 03 October 2016

Africa's Top 5 Destinations for Ballooning

Game viewing is Africa’s unique selling point, but the scenery is nothing short of exceptional and there is no better way of viewing it than from the air!

By James | 31 August 2016

Helicopters in Southern Africa

Out of all of the modes of transport, I do think travelling by helicopter is one of the most spectacular! From hovering over the Okavango Delta in Botswana to scenic transfers over the ocean in Mozambique!

By Kirsten | 31 August 2016

Hot Air Ballooning over the Maasai Mara

Putting helicopters and bi-planes aside, hot air balloons offer a peaceful experience of game viewing – combine this with an African sunrise and you’re in for the trip of a lifetime!

By Julian | 04 August 2016

Flying on Safari

You’ve booked the holiday of a lifetime! You’ve carefully researched and chosen the location, accommodation and activities – and although transport is a necessity of any trip, you haven’t given it so much thought.

By Abi | 04 August 2016

The Goliath Camp Experience

With a strong focus on walking safaris led by legendary guide and master tracker Stretch Ferreira, Goliath Camp in Mana Pools is without a doubt one of those places that should be considered by any safari-goer visiting Zimbabwe.

By Wies | 22 July 2016

What's new in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe’s tourism took a turn for its worst during the early 2000s. However, since then it has been making a convincing comeback and before too long the country should get back to attracting the tourist numbers of the 1990s!

By Emma | 15 July 2016

Four Seasons Safari Lodge

I awoke to a hissing sound. I was paralysed with fear in my cosy, king-sized bed as the hissing continued on and off for what seemed like forever.

By Catherine | 08 July 2016

Top 5 - Ultimate Safaris

Choosing where to go on safari can be somewhat daunting! With so many first-class countries to consider, and so many different environments, species, sights, and activities to choose from, planning a trip can leave you feeling completely confused!

By Abi | 05 July 2016

A Night Under The African Sky!

Fly camping takes sleep-outs to a whole new level. Think camp fire, think bush dinner, think lying under a four-poster bed mosquito net or in a boma-type enclosure seeing the Milky Way like you've never seen it before!

By Emma | 29 June 2016

Top 5 - Adventurous Tanzania

As a whole, Tanzania is most famous for its incredible national parks, game reserves and beaches. However, there is also plenty for the true adventurer or thrill seeker looking to do something just that little bit different from the norm!

By Wies | 27 June 2016

Kenya - Safaris from the Saddle!

If you would like to experience something a little more on the wild side, a horseback safari could be just right for you – and there are no better places to experience the wilderness from the saddle than some of Kenya’s finest game-viewing areas!

By Julian | 16 June 2016

The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

The huge, flat Makgadikgadi Salt Pans cover an area of several thousand square kilometres and are located in the northeastern part of the Kalahari Desert, within the national park in Botswana that bears their name.

By Abi | 14 June 2016

Rooms With a View

Africa is home to some exquisite properties. There is nothing quite like coming home from a game drive or long day of sight-seeing to a beautiful room with a fantastic view. Here are our top 10 rooms with a view...

By Abi | 10 June 2016

Africa's Top 10 Beach Resorts

By Kirsten | 27 May 2016

Safari & Beach

Safari is always the focus of a holiday to Africa – and rightly so! Where else in the world can you see such a variety of ecosystems?

By James | 27 May 2016

The Marine Big Five

Once you’ve spent a few days scouring the bush for them in a safari vehicle, how about an alternative safari experience, searching for Africa’s Marine Big Five? This is: whales, dolphins, seals, sharks and penguins!

By Abi | 26 May 2016

Africa's Most Romantic Properties

Think luxurious en suite bathrooms, rooms with private outdoor terraces affording fantastic views of game rich landscapes, private butlers on hand and fabulous spa treatments and you are presented with the ultimate romantic destinations.

By Abi | 29 April 2016

Safari Purist at Heart

I am a self-confessed safari purist. I appreciate the sheer opulence on offer in Africa’s most luxurious properties, but it’s the adventurous, high-quality camps that I would go for on my own safaris.

By Julian | 29 April 2016

What to Read Before Your African Safari

A safari is a unique adventure! If you’ve never been before, it’s hard to know what to expect – and even if you are a regular safari-goer, the setting is so different from everyday life that it can be hard to get yourself back in the zone.

By Abi | 18 April 2016

10 Animals Having A Worse Day Than You

You think you're having a bad day?! Check out these guys...

By Rory | 18 April 2016

10 Interesting Facts About The Great Migration

The Great Migration is one of the most spectacular wonders of the natural world!

By Abi | 15 April 2016

Namibia - A Different Africa

Namibia is not perfect for everyone, but if you are looking for adventure, spectacular scenery and the remotest parts of Africa, it should certainly be on your list of places to go.

By Emma | 23 March 2016

Jodie Visits the Ngorongoro Crater

There is something spectacular about the view from the top of the crater rim and the vast space of the crater floor that is home to a variety of wildlife.

By Julian | 23 March 2016

The Kichaka Experience

Whether it be for a first-time safari-goer or a seasoned safari enthusiast, Kichaka offers an experience that is both incredible and unique.

By Wies | 09 March 2016

A Cultural Safari in Kenya

When considering a safari holiday, many people first think of the wildlife experience – game drives, sleeping in the African bush and of course this is a big part of the adventure!

By Emma | 24 February 2016

Five Incredible Ways To Watch The Great Migration

The Migration also provides other amazing wildlife-viewing opportunities.

By Abi | 23 February 2016

Kenya's Top 10 Luxury Lodges

Having lived and worked in Kenya I have seen my fair share of luxury safari lodges (and of course the not so luxurious!). From the guiding right to the accommodation and activities, a lot of thought goes in to offering a top end product.

By Julian | 11 February 2016

A Day in the Life of a Camp Manager

By Julian | 09 February 2016

Go Far with the South African ZAR

With the British Pound and US Dollar hitting an all-time high against the Rand, it has never been cheaper to visit South Africa – and with Yellow Zebra Safaris, there’s far more to experience than just good value!

By Rory | 28 January 2016

My Family's First Safari Holiday!

I have been wanting to take my kids on safari for years, but the children are still very young...

By Rory | 25 January 2016

Africa's Top Lodges for Night Safaris

Night drives are often overlooked by safari camps and lodges, but for me this activity can make a safari that much more memorable!

By James | 15 January 2016

Q&A: Meet Lizzi, YZ Intern!

Lizzi is a Tourism Management student at the University of Surrey. Currently she’s on her placement year at Yellow Zebra, between her second and final year at uni.

By Julian | 12 January 2016

Family Safaris to Zambia

Zambia once used to be referred to as the connoisseur’s destination – perfect for safari-goers who had experienced the likes of Tanzania and South Africa and subsequently wanted to take in somewhere a little more adventurous!

By James | 11 January 2016

The Kruger!

South Africa’s Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s most popular wildlife reserves. This first-class game-viewing region is home to one of the highest concentrations of big game across the continent.

By Julian | 08 January 2016

The Serengeti & Great Migration

Stomping ground of the Great Migration and location of the highest predator concentrations in Africa, the Serengeti is one of those rare places that actually exceeds the hype! This Great Migration 12 part Blog Series gives you 'All you need to know'!

By Julian | 08 January 2016

So Why Yellow Zebra?

Yellow Zebra Safaris is an award-winning luxury and adventure travel company. With a team of professional safari guides and camp managers on our staff, our ‘on-the-ground experience’ is our strength.

By Julian | 04 January 2016

Meet The Sales Team!

Here at Yellow Zebra we pride ourselves on the expert knowledge of our sales team. With backgrounds ranging from ex-camp manager to professional guide, we feel we have the experience that makes the difference!

By Julian | 04 January 2016

Meet Rokka

Yellow Zebra have teamed up with TEAM ROKKA, the first anti-poaching dog team in Southern Tanzania!

By Julian | 18 December 2015

A Christmas Safari

During my time living and working at safari lodges in Botswana and Kenya, I celebrated four Christmases in the bush.

By Abi | 16 December 2015

An Update From The Bush!

This is my first blog for Yellow Zebra Safaris. It’s always challenging writing a blog with full freedom of subject – but then, having spent pretty much my entire adult life living in the African bush, I like a bit of a challenge!

By Julian | 15 December 2015

16 Things To Do In 2016 - Africa Style!

2016! A brand new year of laughter, happiness, and memories. To help you enjoy these moments, we’ve put together a list of 16 things to do in 2016 – Africa style! Let us know in December ’16 how many you managed to tick off the list!

By James | 14 December 2015

A Day on Safari - A Client's Perspective

We've heard about a day on safari from a guide's perspective and from one of our team's perspective, but we wanted to hear from a client's perspective.

By Julian | 10 December 2015

Walking Safaris

Everybody’s first few days on safari should focus on game drives. Being in a vehicle allows you to get close to game and spot everything that you want to see. However, I always recommend trying to fit in some walking safari if possible.

By James | 07 December 2015

Why Safari in Zimbabwe

Each country, with its game reserves, national parks and safari areas, offers unique and hugely rewarding safari experiences, but it is Zimbabwe that really stands out from the crowd!

By Julian | 26 November 2015

Wild Kenya!

Kenya is home to a variety of landscapes and game-viewing areas, but only a select few of these provide a truly wild safari experience!

By Julian | 19 November 2015

A Day on Safari - The Lions of Selinda

I’ve always said that lions are my least favourite of the cats. However, this all changed on my last education trip to Botswana, when I was exploring the Selinda Concession of the Linyanti.

By James | 16 November 2015

Africa's Big Five

The ‘Big Five’ is a term that was coined by the early big game hunters in Africa. The animals that make up the Big Five are the Lion, African Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Leopard and Rhinoceros.

By Wies | 04 November 2015

The Ultimate African Bucket List

So, here's our Top picks for our ultimate African Bucket List, what's on your bucket list?

By Julian | 29 October 2015

A Day in the Life of a Safari Guide

Many people are under the impression that safari guides lead a charmed and romantic existence, never actually doing a day’s work in their lives. After almost a decade spent guiding safaris in Africa, I can tell you that this is not always the case.

By Julian | 22 October 2015

Guide Profile - Siwandu Camp

We asked the guides from Siwandu Camp a few questions about their guiding experience and why they love their jobs! Here's what they had to say..

By Abi | 20 October 2015

Client Q&A: Rona Higgins

Rona Higgins tells us all about why Botswana is such a great safari destination...

By Julian | 16 October 2015

FAQ - Things To Know Before You Go

So you've booked your safari, you're very excited, you’re looking forward to the adventure of a lifetime… however, you have some questions! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions plus answers!

By Julian | 15 October 2015

Things For Kids To Do On Safari

Most safari camps/lodges have not always been very child friendly. They tend to take the tack that safaris are better enjoyed in peace and quiet, without any little ones running around.

By Julian | 13 October 2015

Guide Profile - Madikwe Safari Lodge

We asked the guides from Madikwe Safari Lodge a few questions about their guiding experience and why they love their jobs! Here's what they had to say..

By Abi | 12 October 2015

Guide Profile - Flatdogs

We asked the guides from Flatdogs a few questions about their guiding experience and why they love their jobs! Here's what they had to say..

By Abi | 12 October 2015

Guide Profile - Elephant's Eye

We asked the guides from Elephant's Eye a few questions about their guiding experience and why they love their jobs! Here's what they had to say..

By Abi | 12 October 2015

Guide Profile - Chongwe River Camp

We asked the guides from Chongwe River Camp a few questions about their guiding experience and why they love their jobs! Here's what they had to say..

By Abi | 12 October 2015

Guide Profile - Chem Chem

We asked Olais, head guide of Chem Chem Safari Lodge in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, some questions about Chem Chem and why he enjoys guiding there. This is what he had to say...

By Abi | 12 October 2015

Guide Profile - Beho Beho

We asked the guides from Beho Beho a few questions about their guiding experience and why they love their jobs! Here's what they had to say..

By Abi | 09 October 2015

Is Dry Season The Best Time For Game Viewing?

Understandably, most people want to go on their once-in-a-lifetime trip to Africa during the peak season for game viewing – but the question is, when is the best time to go?

By James | 06 October 2015

9 Alternative Ways To Experience The Bush

If you have been on safari before, you will know how addictive it is – so here are nine other ways to build on your safari to make it extraordinary!

By Kirsten | 30 September 2015

Africa's Mysterious Five

Once you have been on a few safaris, the challenge seems to fade and you begin to search for some of the more elusive creatures, lurking in the shadows. Cue the ‘Mysterious Five’…

By Julian | 21 September 2015

17 Striking Wildlife Shots!

By Julian | 16 September 2015

Andrew Pryor's Honeymoon Experience

I was an incredibly demanding client when working with Julian and James on a surprise honeymoon, and to their absolute credit they could not have been more knowledgeable, passionate, and above all patient.

By Julian | 09 September 2015

Top 10 Best Value

By Julian | 09 September 2015

The Greater Kruger

The Greater Kruger region, in South Africa, is one of Africa’s largest conservation areas and covers a hugely impressive tract of land over five million acres in size – larger than either Israel or Wales.

By Julian | 09 September 2015

Johnnie Walker

Many years ago I was taking a short break from guiding safaris and I was managing a small lodge in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve bordering the Kruger National Park in South Africa.

By Julian | 09 September 2015

15 Baby Animals

By Kirsten | 09 September 2015

My Top 10 Photography Tips

Every job can get tedious and tiresome at times, even being a safari guide! Near the end of my guiding career, the main thing that kept me going through the long working stints was a love of photography.

By Julian | 08 September 2015

My Best Experience Whilst Working In The Luangwa

After university, I headed straight out to Zambia to work in a number of Robin Pope’s safari camps and experience some time in the African bush.

By James | 06 September 2015

Vumbura Plains

As safari specialists, one of the questions we are most often asked is: ‘What is your favourite camp in Africa?’

By Julian | 02 September 2015

Mr & Mrs Cay

Karen Blixen’s famous quote ‘You know you are truly alive when you’re living among lions’ has always been an office favourite, but recently our clients Arnie Cay and Becky Liu took this to a whole new level.

By Julian | 02 September 2015

Top 10 Safari Tips

Make sure you pack wisely!

By Wies | 01 September 2015

My Top 10 Lodges in Tanzania

Having worked in the Serengeti, and regularly travelled to the likes of Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, it is inevitable that certain camps and lodges have become my ‘favourites’ over time.

By Wies | 30 August 2015

The Day The Upupu Struck

Contrary to the images that the title may inspire, ‘Upupu’ is actually the Swahili name for a plant called the Buffalo Bean in English.

By Wies | 28 August 2015

Mkombe’s House - Lamai

My first experience of the Serengeti was halfway through my time of working on safari lodges in Zambia.

By James | 26 August 2015

Packing For Your Safari

If you have never been on safari before, packing can be quite daunting!

By Kirsten | 25 August 2015

Whale Sharks

Most people who travel to Africa think solely of big mammal game viewing, with the focus often on seeing the Big Five, and forget all the other animal-viewings possibilities.

By James | 21 August 2015

Botswana's Duba Plains Reserve Refurbishment

We have some exciting news from Great Plains Conservation, one of Africa’s most luxurious safari companies! Great Plains Conservation’s Duba Plains Reserve in Botswana is one of Africa’s finest private reserves.

By Kirsten | 19 August 2015

Client Q&A: Tom Leitch

Why did you choose Tanzania for your safari?

By Julian | 18 August 2015

My Top 10 Lodges in Southern Africa

Saying this was a difficult list to put together is a huge understatement! It is not that there aren’t enough lodges that I think are good enough – it’s the fact that there are so many incredible lodges that my original list was about 34 lodges long.

By Kirsten | 12 August 2015

Katavi, Tanzania: The Best Park Africa Has To Offer??

Having worked in Katavi National Park in Western Tanzania for two years as a professional safari guide I can confidently say that this off-the-beaten-track wildlife mecca is among the very best that Tanzania, if not the whole of Africa, has to offer!

By Wies | 09 August 2015

Cape Town Restaurants

Cape Town is fast becoming Africa’s finest destination for world-class restaurants. Nearby lies the Winelands, which contains the majority of the continent’s other excellent eateries!

By Julian | 07 August 2015

Yellow Zebra ... Europe's Leading Safari Company

We are delighted to have been officially recognised as Europe’s Leading Safari Company at the World Travel Awards 2015. It is an award we are very proud of.

By Julian | 07 August 2015

Lake Natron Camp

Many people see Tanzania as solely a safari destination, but there are now a couple of camps that are exploring new and untouched areas, offering something a little different to the ‘normal Tanzania experience’.

By James | 05 August 2015

The Ngorongoro Crater - Tanzania

The Ngorongoro Crater is Tanzania’s second most famous park after the Serengeti.

By James | 02 August 2015

Tanzania's New Camp - Naona Moru

The Seronera region has arguably the best residual game in the whole of the Serengeti.

By James | 29 July 2015

Selous - Africa's Largest Game Reserve

The Selous Game Reserve is Africa’s largest game reserve. The total area is over 45,000 square kilometres and in my last trip to Tanzania it took me well over a week to explore all the camps and ecosystems that are seen throughout the park.

By James | 26 July 2015

Cape Town

If you are looking at visiting Cape Town for the first time, you will need to decide on which area you want to be in. All of the areas have their own pros and cons and there is no right or wrong place to stay!

By Kirsten | 22 July 2015

Activities in Zanzibar

With its white, palm-lined beaches, Zanzibar is often seen as the idyllic beach getaway, especially after a safari.

By Wies | 19 July 2015

How To Survive A Car Breakdown!

Reliable game-viewing vehicles are, as you would imagine, an absolutely essential part of a good safari.

By Wies | 15 July 2015

Birding And The Elusive African Finfoot

Mention the word ‘birding’ to most people and it will conjure up images of old men in tweed jackets with binoculars glued to their eyes, muttering ridiculously long scientific names under their breath.

By Julian | 12 July 2015

Victoria Falls - The Smoke That Thunders!

I will never forget my first visit to Victoria Falls. It was my first trip outside of South Africa and I was beyond excited! Victoria Falls is known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya.

By Kirsten | 08 July 2015

The Sabi Sands' Best Lodges

The Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve has quite rightly earned its reputation as South Africa’s premier game viewing destination. Nowhere else in Africa can produce sightings of the ‘Big Five’ quite as consistently or as spectacularly.

By Julian | 05 July 2015

Mombo Camp Is Reborn

One camp in Africa is famed above all others. Ask a bunch of old safari hands which camp produces the most consistent big game viewing across the continent and you will find that one name keeps popping up again and again – Mombo Camp.

By Julian | 01 July 2015

Kigelia Camp, Ruaha Park, Tanzania

Situated in the heart of the Mwagusi area of Ruaha National Park, Nomad Tanzania’s Kigelia Camp has long been a favourite of ours, especially in combination with Sand Rivers, Selous to provide some excellent multiple-night-stay specials.

By Wies | 28 June 2015

My Honeymoon On Safari In Zimbabwe

Getting married was one of the most exciting times of my life – yes, I know you have heard it all before, but I was beyond excited when I finally got to plan my own honeymoon after I had planned so many for my clients.

By Kirsten | 24 June 2015

My Trip to Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

During my last trip to Tanzania, in November 2014, I was fortunate to spend some time in Ruaha visiting all of the camps in the park.

By James | 17 June 2015

Client Q&A: Andrew Pryor

Why did you choose East Africa for your safari?

By Julian | 14 June 2015

Client Q&A: Simon Clements

Why did you choose Tanzania for your safari?

By Julian | 07 June 2015

The African Wild Dog

The majority of people on their first or second safari will most likely centre their attention on areas where there’s the best chance of seeing the Big Five.

By James | 03 June 2015

10 Things To Consider When Planning Your Trip

Planning a safari can be very hard and it is difficult to get your head around everything you need to do.

By James | 31 May 2015