Both Kenya and Tanzania are primarily safari destinations. And so the simple answer to the best time for a safari in East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda) is in the dry seasons. East...

‘What shall we wear on safari in Africa’ is a frequently asked question. The complete answer as to what safari clothes are appropriate differs by season and by country as I will show. So...

Tanzania or Kenya for your next safari? Choosing between a safari in Tanzania or Kenya isn’t as clear-cut as you might think. But one thing is for sure: it is surprisingly difficult to combine...

Studying a map of Africa and trying to plan a trip can be a daunting task. The options of where to go in Africa seem to be endless, don’t they? But if you are travelling between November and...

The attraction of getting out into the bush on safari followed by kicking back on a tropical beach is appealing for many of our honeymoon clients. Cape Town is no slouch in the popularity front...

For many people an appreciation of birding start building on safari when you realise how much more there is to value in nature once you start looking at the birds as well as the animals. For...

Coming to Southern Africa for a great safari More often than not, the first question that comes to mind when planning a safari is, ‘when is the best time to go?’ Typically in Southern Africa, the...

The vast majority of family-friendly game lodges in Africa offer extra activities for younger kids. However, a few have taken the needs of older kids to heart as well. What exactly does this mean...

So what is the best area to stay in Cape Town for 1st time visitors? A few days ago, I enjoyed a superb stay at Steenberg Hotel in the Constantia area of Cape Town (see my review HERE). It was a...