Browsing Month April, 2008

Nationwide Airlines suspends all flights

By admin at April 30, 2008 | 8:02 am | 0 Comment

Not great news. As of yesterday Nationwide Airlines has suspended there flights due to financial problems. Nationwide Airlines had over 4000 people traveling everyday and covered domestic South African routes, as well as international destinations such as to Livingstone and London. People are being asked to check there terms and conditions on the tickets and contact more...

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Victoria Falls safety and security update

By admin at April 25, 2008 | 10:50 am | 1 Comments

We have just received an update from Vic Falls on the security situation. The great news as we knew was that it is all peaceful. Here is the link to the update  Due to Vic Falls location (being so far away from the cities) and also its reliance on tourism it has always avoided violence. We have lots of clients travelling there constantly and our reports have all been more...

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What's it like seeing gorillas in the wild on an Africa Overland

By admin at April 24, 2008 | 6:27 pm | 0 Comment

The first moment I set my eyes on the silverback and his family was a truly a breathtaking experience. You just can't believe your eyes. I will never forget looking down from a cliff and seeing the beautiful animals below. We trekked in the thick vegetation for 3 hours which was beautiful as we passed villages and saw how the locals live in the area. The walk is more...

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Why go on a Walking Safari in Africa?

By admin at April 22, 2008 | 4:07 pm | 0 Comment

A walking safari is so different to staying in a lodge in the bush. A lot of lodges offer ‘walking safari’ which are great, but if you are looking for a more engaging bush experience then a 4 or 5 day walking safari could be for you. On a walking safari the place you end is where you sleep, under the bright African skies. You spend the night sitting at the fire more...

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When is the best time to go on an overland to East Africa?

By admin at April 21, 2008 | 5:08 pm | 0 Comment

When is the best time to go on an overland to East Africa?

Hi everyone, This is a question we get asked loads. For me personally, the present is always the best time to go on an africa overland to East Africa but naturally for all of us our diaries and holidays don't allow for us to close the laptop and hit the road. Thanks to the size and unique areas in East Africa means that it is a year round destination. Let me highlight more...

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What to pack for an Africa Overland?

By admin at April 15, 2008 | 12:45 pm | 0 Comment

What to pack for an Africa camping overland? I hope this gives you a guide on things to bring for your overland. Naturally the less you have the better but there are some crucial things you need. Here is a list to help: 3-4 short sleeved shirts or T-shirts 2 pairs trousers or 1 pair and 1 skirt – try not jeans as they take forever to dry after washing Warm more...

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Client Feedback on a 10 Day Okavango Experience

By admin at April 15, 2008 | 12:37 pm | 0 Comment

Hi Gelle, I know- I can't believe its the 15th already! We had an absolutely fantastic time. Everything ran so smoothly and we saw some really great things. Thank you so much for your part in organising it, it was awesome. We went bungy jumping and gorge-swinging at Vic Falls which was cool and saw lots of animals. The Okavango Delta part of the tour was also fab. Kind more...

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Great news! Extension on the Africa Overland Specials: Buy 1 Africa Overland get 50% of the 2nd trip

By admin at April 8, 2008 | 4:57 pm | 0 Comment

Great news, we have been given an extension on the great special. We have an great special also for all bookings this May. It is valid for all trips featured below that departs after 1 July 08. It is a Buy 1 get 1 half price for the following Africa Overland tours (see below) ALL DEPARTING after 1 JULY 08. It is only valid if booked in May 08 and full payment is more...

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Cheap Flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg on 1time.co.za

By admin at April 2, 2008 | 7:51 am | 0 Comment

Great news for value flights from South Africa to Zanzibar. Last night I was listening to a interview with the CEO of 1time Airlines and he mentioned that they have started a Johannesburg to Zanzibar low cost route.  I have researched this morning and seen that the flight departs on Tuesdays from Johannesburg and returns also onTuesday. Here are the more...

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