Posts Tagged ‘African safari’
Driving around Kruger National Park, South Africa
Guest Post by Susan Cook-Jahme. You are looking at your “Bucket List” of things to do before you die and one sentence in particular is highlighted in fluorescent yellow: “Travel to South Africa to take a safari in the Kruger National Park”. Actually, your dreams are only a flight away ...
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Choosing the Perfect Luxury Family Safari Holiday
Many equate the word “safari” with the wilds of Africa and rightly so. However, families might embark on a luxury safari while visiting a number of countries around the world. While Africa certainly offers exciting adventures and the opportunity of seeing lions, elephants and zebras, Borneo offers primate viewing and ...
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Things Not to Forget to Take on Your African Safari
There’s no doubt that taking an African safari could be the most thrilling adventure of your life. Between the gorgeous natural scenery and exotic wildlife, you and your loved ones would certainly make unforgettable memories on a Botswana or Tanzania Safari. However, taking precautions is critical in enjoying your African ...
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Best Wildlife Hotspots in Africa
Global tourists tired of tame, hum drum holiday destinations often look to the African continent for unparalleled beauty, exotic wildlife, and dramatic geographic landscapes. Few places on earth can make these claims like the African countries of Tanzania, Uganda, and Botswana. Hunters and adventure seekers have always sought out the ...
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Africa’s Endangered Safari Hit List
Guest Post by Chris Mears. Africa is awe-inspiring beauty wherever you decide to safari, but our main reason for travel on the continent is ultimately concerned with wildlife. Unfortunately, poaching and the destructive behaviour of we humans is having a massive impact on the lifespan and population of many well-loved ...
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Must Read: African Safaris Uncovered
Watching unique events like the yearly migration of wildebeest, zebras and antelope from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara in Kenya can leave a person in awe of the miraculous rhythms and cycles of nature. These animals migrate in search of food and water. This is just one of the ...
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Honeymooning in the Seychelles
After the most romantic month of the year, many travelers will no doubt be planning their weddings and honeymoons. The Seychelles is the perfect idyllic setting for a magical honeymoon with deserted pristine beaches, warm turquoise waters and luxurious accommodation. This exotic paradise is made up of seven islands which ...
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Perfect Honeymoon Camps
Africa is the perfect place for a romantic honeymoon. There is a great choice of accommodation options to choose from, here are a few of to consider: 1. Tongabezi Lodge. Tongabezi Lodge is an exclusive and romantic hideaway that is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River – just ...
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Standard Salary for an African Safari Guide?
I recently received an interesting email raising the following question: “the safari guides’ salary ranges anywhere from 10,000 tsh (Tanzanian Shillings) to 40 USD per day. Is there any ‘standard’ salary for safari guide drivers?” While I ain’t no expert in the domain, I did a little research and thought ...
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When a Safari is More Than a Journey…
I’ve just returned from a two week break in the Zambian bush. I spent the entire time helping out in a friend’s lodge on the banks of the Zambezi, greeting guests, hosting meals, running housekeeping and generally “playing” safari camp (which is actually one of my favorite pastimes!) Yes, I ...
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