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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 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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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 […]
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When planning a safari to Africa, you have probably come across many group safari options, as well as options for a private, bespoke safari. So how do you choose which option to take, particularly if you are a safari newbie? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each option GROUP TRAVEL PROS […]
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Safari guides are the most critical element of your safari experience. Your guide is your host in the wilderness, your connection to the wildlife, and your personal Google Search. Without a great guide, everything about your safari will be lacklustre, and you will miss out on the best experience of your life. So, what makes […]
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The Covid -19 pandemic was very difficult for the travel industry. People stopped travelling and industry jobs were lost and with no tourist dollars coming in, conservancies and wildlife management suffered. Now travel is back, with people wanting to explore new destinations or returning to their favourite places. While this is wonderful news, especially for […]
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Some clients, when planning their itineraries, are confused whether to begin with Laikipia and end with Maasai Mara Reserve, or begin with the Mara and end up with Laikipia. It mostly comes down to personal choice and what experiences you are looking for…let me explain further. Maasai Mara Game Reserve This is the most well […]
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While the Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in Kenya, and the Serengeti National Park is in Tanzania, essentially, they are part of the same ecosystem where the wildlife can traverse back and forth. Both parks offer authentic safari experiences – wide open spaces, stunning landscapes and amazing wildlife sightings. So how do you choose […]
