Explore the hidden corners of the Serengeti by hot-air balloon
Aardvark Safaris is offering a Trans-Serengeti Balloon Safari from 1 to 7 November 2023: a unique and immersive experience in the Serengeti region of Tanzania, beginning and ending in Arusha, a city located in the foothills of Mount Meru. The itinerary includes four nights of fly-camping, giving guests the opportunity Continue Reading
Mhondoro introduces luxe Overland Safaris
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa in the Waterberg has launched its new Overland Safaris product, offering bespoke, guided itineraries for small, private groups of up to 14 guests, to Botswana, Zambia, Namibia and around South Africa. Currently, three different itineraries are offered, with set departure dates between May and September, Continue Reading
Morukuru Farm House gets a new look
The much-loved, five-bedroom Morukuru Farm House in the Madikwe Game Reserve has undergone an extensive refurbishment. Janine Butter from Huis van Middenmeer in the Netherlands was the visionary and designer behind the transformation. She has been involved in the décor and design of Morukuru Ocean House, AtholPlace Villa, Morukuru Beach Continue Reading
Iconic Thornybush Game Lodge gets a fresh, new modern look
Thornybush Game Lodge, one of South Africa’s much loved and iconic safari lodges, has been totally refurbished. Opened in 1961, the game lodge has been a trailblazer in the Kruger National Park safari industry and a favourite among first-time and seasoned safari-goers. After a seven-week closure, it has reopened with Continue Reading
Water is life at Xigera Safari Lodge
Here at Xigera Safari Lodge in Botswana, we are now at the height of our ‘dry’ season, meaning our floodwaters are higher than ever. These two contradictory elements can be explained by a unique natural phenomenon, as the water that floods the Okavango Delta each year travels down from the Continue Reading
Newmark Hotels and Reserves to launch new safari destination in the Waterberg
Newmark Hotels & Reserves continues to grow its portfolio of signature properties in Africa, with the addition of Qwabi Private Game Reserve to its bespoke collection of unique safari destinations. Located in the Waterberg region of South Africa’s Limpopo Province, the property is expected to re-open to the public in Continue Reading
Tintswalo introduces Kosher Safari option
Tintswalo has introduced a fully Kosher safari option at its Family Camp in the Welgevonden Game Reserve in the Waterberg, three hours drive from Johannesburg. Kosher catering is prepared on-site in the dedicated Beth Din certified Kosher kitchen, supervised by a licensed Mashgiach. The kosher option is tailor-made for small Continue Reading
Harvest wine safari at Vergelegen wine estate
Vergelegen wine estate, one of the top wine producers in South Africa, is offering visitors the opportunity to experience the excitement of a wine harvest first-hand. For a limited time only – until end-March – the renowned Somerset West estate is offering a guided wine safari drive through the beautiful Continue Reading
Be enthused by nature and become a professional safari guide
Why it is a good time to become a Nature Guide As the South African tourism industry recovers from the devastating impact of COVID-19, the opportunities for ecotourism related careers are on the increase. One such career is field guiding or more internationally known as safari guiding. What is a Continue Reading
Federal Airlines announces 50% discount ‘SA Residents fare’ to safari landing
Federal Airlines (‘FedAir’) announces 50% discount ‘SA Residents fare’ to safari landing strips as part of revolutionary new approach Federal Airlines has announced a revolutionary new approach to meet customer needs and market demands. It has introduced reduced SA Resident fares starting from R2 850 per person (one-way flight from Johannesburg) directly Continue Reading