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GORILLA TREKKING SAFARIS One of the bucket list items that many clients present to us, is a gorilla trekking safari. People have a fascination with gorillas as they are said to be one of our closest living relatives and they cannot be found in zoos….you have to travel to Africa to see them in their […]
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Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, standing tall at 5,892m, and is one of the Seven Summits, the other six comprising of; Mt Everest – Nepal/China 8848m Aconcagua – Argentina 6962m Denali – Alaska 6194m Mt Elbrus – Russia 5642m Vinson Massif – Antartica 4892m Mt Kosciuszko – Australia 2228m Kilimanjaro is said […]
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What is the definition of a Slow Safari? Some say it is a mindset that rejects traditional ideas of tourism and encourages you to soak in your environment and open up yourself to new experiences. For some, slow travel is all about lingering longer and reveling in a more exclusive, unhurried experience. Put away your […]
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The wildebeest migration is finally here in Kenya…a bit late this year but here nonetheless. Although there are still many animals amassed around the Mara River in the Serengeti National Park, the Maasai Mara Reserve has begun receiving the thundering herds. So why is there such a hype about the migration? Should this event be […]
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The Great Migration of wildebeest is one of the wonders of the natural world, where millions of hooves drum against Africa’s plains – a journey fraught with danger and peril, and one that is on the bucket list of many a traveller. So what exactly is this Great Migration and where can one catch this […]
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Today’s world is all about connectivity and information – social media, email, WhatsApp & zoom are all platforms we use every single day in our lives. The normal business days which used to run from 9 to 5, with weekends off, have been disrupted by the internet and mobile telephony. Today, you can be available […]
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Many young families have a safari on their bucket list, as the parents envisage safaris as a bonding experiences, and teaching their children about the natural world. An African safari can be an incredible adventure for young ones, even a transformative experience. Given how special your children are to you, naturally you want the experience […]
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Whether you are a professional photographer or an amateur, capturing those special moments on safari is a skill that everyone wants to master. Photographs are one of the best ways to preserve your memories, keeping them alive to share with your friends & family, again and again. Wildlife photography requires a lot of patience, as […]
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A traditional safari is one where you typically stay in a lodge or a tented camp, and go out on game drives twice a day. The drives are done either in a 9 seater minivan, or a 4WD Landcruiser, depending on the budget of the traveler. Using these vehicles for game drives allows you to […]
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A walking safari is the most authentic version of a safari. It takes you away from the well trodden paths to an entirely different world. It allows you to get up close and personal with the wilderness, and awakens your senses, turning your safari into something memorable. Walking safaris take you places where vehicles cannot […]
