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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.
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How to do a budget safari in Chobe National Park [Guide]
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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...
What to pack for an African overlanding safari
To get the most out of your African overlanding safari, it’s all about being prepared, which means packing the right...
5 reasons to go on safari in Namibia
Namibia is often overlooked as a safari destination in favour of the more famous South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania....
Top 6 most photogenic places in South Africa
With an incredible diversity of landscapes, from semi-desert to dramatic mountains, wildlife-dotted savanna to...
Dr Bruce Paxton – Travels through Botswana/Okavango
Dr Bruce Paxton (Zoologist and lover of open fires under the African skies) and his girlfriend drove themselves...
Getting Around Cape Town
A city famous for its spectacular beauty and eclectic population, Cape Town draws in plenty of visitors from all over...
Cape Town’s Top 10 Art Galleries
The Mother City of Cape Town, South Africa is well-known for its contemporary, eclectic and edgy atmosphere. The city...
5 Quick and Easy Biltong Recipes
Biltong - one of South Africa’s claim to fame. Various types of meat such as kudu, beef, springbok and even chicken...
Top 10 Surfing Destinations in South Africa
Africa is most likely the least explored continent in terms of surfing; however, the few popular spots located in the...
5 Great Pub and Grub Spots in Cape Town
In Summer or Winter, going to a pub for a few drinks and a hearty meal is a great way to socialise and enjoy being out...
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