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Africa Blog
Info about African Travel & Safaris
Planning on travelling in Africa?
Our Africa blog is your comprehensive guide to answering all your burning questions.
We have covered everything you may want to know about Safari Tours such as:
- When is the best time to visit Africa?
- Types of Africa tours and adventures.
- Facts about African destinations on your bucketlist.
- How to choose the best travel agent to book with.
So dive in and learn why Africa is the quintessential safari destination of the world, where you can experience amazing wildlife game drives, diverse landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage sites and fascinating cultures.
When is the Best Time to go on an African Safari?
The answer to "When is the best time to go on an African Safari?" is simple – anytime of the year! The highlight of...
Just how big is Southern Africa compared to Europe?
One of the biggest challenges we have is explaining how far things are in Africa. Doing a classic Cape Town to...
How do I Save for a Holiday?
It’s easy, just stop spending!! Well, we all know that is easier said than done, but it is possible to put money away...
What is Voluntourism?
Many travellers don’t only want to go on a safari trip, they also want to experience Africa with all its highs and...
Is it Safe for a Woman to Travel Alone in South Africa?
Many women enjoy travelling on their own to expand their horizons and boost their self-confidence, in fact 60% of...
What is an Overland Tour?
In a nutshell, it is an unforgettable African overland experience for anyone young at heart, has an open-mind and a...
Will I be safe on a Safari in Africa?
As a traveller, no matter where you are going, if you use sensible precautions and follow some basic safety tips, you...
What Types of Vehicles are used on an African Overland Safari?
There are two types of vehicles used – Custom built adventure overland vehicles (i.e. overland trucks or safari...
What Spices come from Tanzania?
Few people know that Tanzania grows numerous aromatic and exotic spices, even though it has a nickname of ‘The Spice...
What are the Pros and Cons of Group Travel vs Independent Travel in Africa?
Pros of group travel: Safety in numbers You get to see the highlights of various destinations Cost effective travel...
Meet Gerry the Giraffe…a New Addition to the African Overland Family!
With a ginormous sense of adventure for fun and freedom, I am also an encyclopaedia of general knowledge for the...
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