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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. Hope you enjoy our Africa blog!
Addo Elephant National Park – Guide about Addo
Surrounded by rugged mountains and verdant valleys, Addo National Park is the Garden Route’s crowning jewel. Situated 70kms (44 miles) away from Port Elizabeth, this safari hotspot should not be missed on an South Africa Tour or if you have less time and can only...
How Many Countries are there in Africa? Wow 54!
Ok a lot of people mistake Africa as a country in its own right. When in fact their are 54 countries and over 2000 languages. There are 2 additional states that are under dispute Western Sahara and Somaliland. Number Country Population Region 1 Nigeria 206 139...
Best time to visit Africa for Weather & Viewing
If you’re planning to tour to Africa then it helps to know what the best time to visit Africa. Africa’s landscape is as diverse as it’s expansive, with each month offering something special. From gorilla trekking in Uganda to desert exploring in Namibia, and Big...
East Africa’s Beautiful Lakes – Experience the Great Lakes!
East Africa is the Africa that intrepid travellers dream of as it spans over 20 diverse territories. This magnetic region of the continent is a wild realm of breathtaking landscapes. Here, wildebeest stampede in their millions across boundless savannas. Snow gathers...
Things to Know Before Going to the Panorama Route in South Africa
The Panorama Route in Mpumalanga, South Africa, has one of the world’s most beautiful driving routes. It is often overlooked in favour of iconic pilgrimages such as the Garden Route and Route 62. This scenic passage along the Mpumalanga Escarpment is definitely...
Africa Safaris Belong on Seniors Travel Bucket-lists
Reaching the age of 65 is often a dreaded thought for many people. Why is that? Society and mass media has played a pivotal role in promoting youthfulness as the ultimate be all and end all. If being young means being vibrant, energetic and ready for action, why...
Must Read Guide to the Garden Route of South Africa
From urban beaches to ancient peaks and primal wildernesses; South Africa’s Garden Route is stunning. This route features a well-maintained network of roads that meets a patchwork of world-class beaches, old-growth forests, and swaths of bountiful vineyards....
How to Tip in Africa on Safari
For many people on safari in Africa, tipping can be confusing. Gratuity is one of those things that is different all over the world, and it can be awkward trying to figure out etiquette and local customs – especially in a continent as diverse as Africa. With...
Why these African Destinations are listed on Conde Nast Best Places to Go in 2022
As 2019 draws to a close, globetrotters are on the lookout for the best places to go in 2022. The start of the new decade is certain to be a great year for travel; thanks to a surge of new, non-stop flight routes and easier visa requirements that make more...
Top 5 Hiking Trails in South Africa
South Africa is an expansive playground capable of satisfying even the most die-hard traveler’s wanderlust. Whether you’re luxuriating on a premium safari tour in South Africa or getting back to basics on a budget Kruger Park safari tour, a South African overland tour...
