To the rookie traveler, Maun holds little interest. At face value, it’s an outback town of tour operators and...
A Traveler’s Guide to Maun: The Gateway to Botswana Safaris
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- When is the best time to visit Africa?
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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.
Zanzibar, the Spice Island
After two days of mostly travelling in the truck, we arrived at a campsite close to Dar Es Salaam, facing the Indian...
Victoria Falls
After three weeks of the overland tour, everyone had heard a lot about Victoria Falls. Some members of the group had...
South African Travel Calendar: Where to travel in South Africa, month by month
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Why we love Zanzibar: 5 Epic things to do in Africa’s legendary Spice Route
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The Complete Guide to Whale Watching in South Africa
Think “wildlife in South Africa” and images of the fabled Big Five migrating across rugged open plains are sure to be...
When is the best time to visit Kruger for viewing Wildlife
South Africa is a country rich in natural beauty and heritage, offering every kind of traveler a buffet of experiences...
The Rise of Adventure Travel: Top 8 African Adventures for your Bucket List
Some people travel to visit family and friends, others do it for some R&R, and then there are those who travel to...
Wandering the Winelands: South Africa’s Big Four Safari
There’s something about Africa’s climate that makes it a hub of iconic experiences. From gorilla trekking in Uganda to...
Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania
Tanzania is story-book Africa. It’s the place where fascinating people and untamed wildlife live together in the...
Favourite Things to do in Nairobi
Exploring a cosmopolitan city is probably the last thing you’d expect - or even want - to do when you’re planning a...
East Africa Tours: 13 Adventures to Top Your Bucket List
An African overland tour is the ultimate way to disconnect from the humdrum of everyday life and get your boots dirty....
Top 7 Most Beautiful Places to Travel in Botswana
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Beyond the Great Migration: Best things to do in the Serengeti [Guide]
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