Kenya
by Jodi Lucas | Sep 26, 2019 | Blog, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Wildlife
Long before homo sapiens appeared, the ancestor (Paraceratherium) of our modern-day rhinos braved ice-ages and searing heat, prehistoric hyenas and giant crocodiles. These fearless animals were the titans of their time, standing over five meters tall at the shoulder,...
by Jodi Lucas | Jul 4, 2019 | Adventure Activities, Blog, Destinations, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Only in Africa, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, What to do
Some people travel to visit family and friends, others do it for some R&R, and then there are those who travel to push their boundaries. Adventure travel is one of the fastest growing segments of the travel market, drawing in more and more people on a yearly...
by João and Margarida | May 24, 2019 | Blog, Kenya, Only in Africa
There is no combination of words that can describe everything we felt on our first Safari in the Maasai Mara. It is truly a unique experience, and one I recommend to everyone who can afford to do it. We were unsure of whether or not to do a Safari on the Maasai Mara,...
by Jodi Lucas | May 23, 2019 | Blog, Destinations, Kenya, Only in Africa, Travel Articles, What to do
Exploring a cosmopolitan city is probably the last thing you’d expect – or even want – to do when you’re planning a safari tour. But, the unexpected is the only guarantee while overlanding in Kenya and that’s what makes it so exciting. Since the vast...
by João and Margarida | May 9, 2019 | Blog, Kenya, Only in Africa, Reviews and Feedback, Travel Articles
Landing in Africa is landing in another continent, but also much more than that. Landing in Africa is an adventure in itself. We arrived at 4am at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and at 8am to the hotel, after taking an Uber that we hadn’t planned for since we...
by Jodi Lucas | May 2, 2019 | Adventure Activities, Blog, Destinations, Kenya, Only in Africa, Tanzania, Travel Articles, Uganda, What to do
An African overland tour is the ultimate way to disconnect from the humdrum of everyday life and get your boots dirty. And, there’s hardly a better place to get lost than East Africa. It’s the land of great escapes. The orange sunsets, untamed wildlife, captivating...
by Jodi Lucas | Mar 4, 2019 | Blog, Destinations, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Uganda, Wildlife
Think “wildlife documentary” and the soothing voice of Sir David Attenborough is bound to come to mind. Ever since his debut series Zoo Quest hit the screen back in ‘54, this staunch conservationist has influenced a generation of documentary filmmakers and intrepid...
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by Leandra Slabbert | Jan 14, 2019 | Blog, Kenya, Wildlife
If you’re considering a trip to Kenya it’s likely you’re trying to figure out the best time to go, while trying to wrap your head around its rather ‘unusual’ climate. Firstly, it’s important to understand that weather conditions vary greatly throughout the country and...
by Leandra Slabbert | Nov 13, 2018 | Blog, Cute Baby Animals, Kenya, Travel Articles
When you think of Kenya, the majestic open plains of the Masai Mara spring to mind. Undoubtedly one of Kenya’s most popular destinations for an extraordinary safari experience. Although Kenya is so much more than just the ‘Mara’. Boasting eclectic cities such as...
by Leandra Slabbert | Nov 13, 2018 | Blog, Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, Only in Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe
When travelling through foreign lands, you’re bound to experience language barriers which of course make it challenging to communicate and interact with the local people. Communicating with locals is important if you are genuinely wanting to learn more about the place...
![The Great Migration on a budget [Guide]](https://aot-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/masai-mara-budget-safari-2-480x300.jpg)
by Sarah Duff | May 19, 2016 | Blog, Kenya, Tanzania, Travel Articles, Wildlife
Every year more than 1.5 million wildebeest and 200 000 zebra and gazelle migrate in a big loop across the plains of the Masai Marai National Park in Kenya and the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. This migration is recognised as one of the “Seven Wonders of the...
by Sarah Duff | May 19, 2016 | Blog, Kenya
Kenya is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations, and it’s easy to see why. The East African country has a lot to offer travellers, from spectacular game reserves to an abundance of wildlife (including the Masai Mara, where the biggest migration in the world...
