Officially known as the Republic of Uganda, Uganda is a landlocked country located in East Africa. It is bordered in the east by Kenya, in the north by South Sudan, in the west by the DRC (Democratic Republic of the Congo), in the southwest by Rwanda, and in the south...
“Imagine a quintessential African image – the kind you saw in picture books when you were a kid – and the chances are it originates in Tanzania. In many ways the country really has got it all…” Lonely Planet – Africa on a...
As the capital and biggest city of Zambia, Lusaka is one of the most rapidly growing cities in southern Africa. Lusaka is situated in the southern portion of the main plateau, at a height of around 1,300 metres. According to a 2010 census, the city’s population is...
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 African province, with the largest economy of any...
Durban is the biggest city in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. It is also the second most significant manufacturing centre in the country, aside from Johannesburg. Durban is also renowned for being the busiest port in the continent, and is seen as one of...
Just a few things to love about Hermanus: Whale watching; amazing seaside views; museums; old fishing boats; hiking/walking; beach volleyball; coffee shops; restaurants; pubs; craft markets; soft-serve ice-creams; diving; shipwrecks; horse riding on the beaches,...
This article is to help you think clearly about what your expectations and needs are before you book a tour with us. Our consultants are willing and able to answer all your questions, but if you don’t know where to start, read this article. This is not about how much...
Language and Religion The best way to experience the culture of Mozambique is to discover more about their languages and religion. The official language spoken in Mozambique is Portuguese, but there are over 40 different languages and dialects that originate from the...
It’s easy, just stop spending!! Well, we all know that is easier said than done, but it is possible to put money away every month by sacrificing and taking a few short cuts that will help you to save. There are many ways to save, and here are 12 Top Tips on how to do...
With so much rich, cultural heritage and traditions, it is no wonder there are so many different types of dance forms in Africa. This article will look at a few, but not all of African dance as it is so diverse and constantly changing. Rhythm is in the DNA of African...
1. Join the Spice Tour For a nominal fee you can gain entrance to a Spice Tour during which you are led around the island being taught about the growing process of the produce and have the chance to sample some of the tasty, exotic fruit grown on the island. There is...
Music is vital to the people of Botswana, providing upliftment, tradition and fun to their culture. The most popular music is folk music which includes singing, drums and string instruments. If there are no instruments, they will simply clap and chant their songs....
