Voluntourism, a combination of “volunteering” and “tourism,” refers to the practice of participating in volunteer activities while traveling or visiting a foreign country. It involves individuals or groups dedicating their time and skills to...
Well, if you haven’t read about them in story books or heard about them on TV, you must be living in space! (No offence!) The Big 5 are 5 animals that were referred to as the 5 most difficult animals to hunt on foot by big-game hunters. As a result, safari guides and...
The Orange River is South Africa’s longest river at 2,090 kilometres in length. Spreading over a total area of around 973,000 square kilometres, it begins in the Drakensberg mountains in the Lesotho region and runs west for around 2,200 kilometres through South...
How many species of lions exist? There is actually only one species – the Panthera leo, however, there are several sub-species of lions which you may not know about. So when you head off on your African safari, read up about the various species and have a look at the...
If you are looking for luxury places to stay in Cape Town then we have a wonderful selection for you. The Villa Zest Boutique Hotel is a Bauhaus-style villa that has been transformed into an eccentrically decorated boutique hotel that cleverly avoids the clichés of...
The best places to experience history in Johannesburg Also referred to as Jozi, Joburg, Joni, eGoli (‘city of gold’), or Joey’s, Johannesburg is easily the most populated city in South Africa. It is the provincial capital of Gauteng and is the wealthiest South...
Cape Town, the mother city of South Africa (as she is affectionately known); is one hip and happening mother. Beautiful white sandy beaches; mountains crossed with hiking trails; spend hours scouring museums and galleries, or shop till you drop at one of the world...
Zanzibar is wonderful (particularly in December) with warm days just perfect for lazy days on the white tropical beaches, or an afternoon stroll through Stone Town. I have always likened Stone Town to the Venice of Africa, narrow little mazes in an old city that you...
I blame my fear of the bush on growing up in a quiet suburban town where only squirrel’s and doves disturb the tranquillity. It’s not that I am afraid of animals, I’m just not used to them being in my backyard! After all squirrel’s and doves are predictable, bull...
Let’s face it – if you go home to your friends and family after going on a safari in Africa and don’t take home a few souvenirs – you are going to have a few disappointed faces! At the same time, this can be an expensive exercise, as well as time-consuming, and if you...
National Parks in South Africa are where you will find a dense population of animals which is great for game viewing. The parks well maintained and value conservation of their wildlife. Their core purpose is to protect the animals within the park so your park fees...
Client testimonial – 21 Day African Overlands Tour We had such an amazing wildlife adventure to Southern Africa to see the animals in the wild, it truly was a dream come true. I had been researching Africa for the past two years and came to know the history and...
