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Camera Equipment Suggestions

What camera equipment to choose for your African safari.

 
Best Safari Binoculars

How to choose the best safari binoculars on the market.

 
Safari and Dust

How to keep your camera equipment clean while on a safari.

 
A Case for Lake Turkana: The Chinese Connection!

A Case for Lake Turkana: The Chinese Connection!

Concerned Kenyans led by the Friends of Lake Turkana (FoLT) – a community trust based in Kenya mandated to speak on behalf of Lake Turkana communities – are petitioning the Chinese Government to stop two Chinese companies from investing in the Gilgel Gibe 3 Dam project in the Omo River ...

 

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Author: Samuel Maina

October 11, 2010

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African Animal Checklist to Download

African Animal Checklist to Download

A detailed checklist of the major African animals you may encounter in both East Africa and Southern Africa. Checklist available in alphabetical order.

 

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Author: Michael Theys

October 8, 2010

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The Coucal vs the Chameleon

Before the weekend kicks off officially, I wanted to share with you a very dramatic bird sighting we had in July 2009 while on a trip to the Kruger National Park (these days called the Greater Kruger Transfrontier Park) in South Africa.We were travelli...

 

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Author: Morkel Erasmus

October 8, 2010

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Lodge of the Week – Gorah Elephant Camp

The camp is based around a historical homestead (with certain buildings in the main lodge dating back to the 1700’s and 1800’s) overlooking a vast open area with a magnet-l...

 

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Author: Claudine du Toit

October 7, 2010

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The Secrets to Discovering Africa’s Most Profound Elements

Preparing for a trip to Africa isn’t just about packing properly and ensuring you have appropriate documents. In order to enjoy the full experience Africa has to offer, it’s important to mentally prepare yourself for it and summon your adventurous side. Here are 4 things to keep in mind before, during, and after your trip to [...]

 

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Author: Sandy Salle

October 6, 2010

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The Best Lodges in South Africa for…Elephant Spotting!

Elephants are must see when you're on safari! Lodges advertised as Big 5 will have elephants on offer. But there are a few lodges that offer exceptional interactions with these gentle giants. Large numbers, herds that breed well or well behaved elephan...

 

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Author: Claudine du Toit

October 6, 2010

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Responsible Tourism & the Safari Industry: Beware the Greenwashers!

Responsible Tourism & the Safari Industry: Beware the Greenwashers!

So, you have saved up your hard earned cash, are ready to book your safari of a lifetime, but want to make sure that the destinations you are visiting are responsible and ethical, and touching the Earth as lightly as possible… You have checked up on the Internet but it ...

 

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Author: Sharon van Wyk

October 5, 2010

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Fun Facts about Elephants!

The gentle giants of the bush, elephants are a favourite for many safari visitors. One can sit for hours watching a herd feed and interact with one another. Many rangers will tell you that elephants have their own personalities and they quickly grow at...

 

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Author: Claudine du Toit

October 5, 2010

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What to Know about your Masai Mara Safari in Kenya

What to Know about your Masai Mara Safari in Kenya

Kenya is one of the most renowned countries in the world for safari holidays. With around 18 National Parks and over 17 various Reserves, it is no wonder that tourists flock to this beautiful country in their hundreds of thousands each year. But with such a large selection of wildlife ...

 

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Author: Thomas Powell

October 4, 2010

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Sounds of the Wild: Most Popular Safari Sounds!

Sounds of the Wild: Most Popular Safari Sounds!

Listen to some of the most popular African animal sounds out there. The majority of them are ones that you are most likely to come across while on safari.

 

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Author: Michael Theys

September 30, 2010

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