Though nothing can beat seeing animals in their natural habitat, safari parks can be a great substitute when time, money and other circumstances get in the way of your dream trip. Visiting a safari park in the UK can also be a good introduction to safaris for children and other first-timers, as well as a | Read more…
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I don’t like to make a habit of setting my alarm at 5 am, but I can make an exception on safari. In fact, on a recent trip to Greater Kruger in South Africa, I found myself bounding out of bed as soon as I heard the guide’s gentle knock at the door. A far cry from | Read more…
Going on an African safari is a dream come true for so many people; it certainly was for me! But with so many places to stay in Kenya, finding the right one for your budget and style can be harder than spotting the elusive leopard! That’s why I’ve collaborated with some of my favourite fellow | Read more…
What to pack for a safari is something many travellers and safari-goers agonise over. The weight limits of small planes, the need to squeeze your bag into tight spaces and the changeable weather conditions can make it tricky to choose what to wear in Africa, let alone what to pack. This safari packing list shares | Read more…
The word private has got so many positive connotations – peace, tranquillity, luxury, and personal service. Let’s face it, people tend to prefer private over public in most situations: private bathrooms, private transfers… But, would you rather choose a private nature reserve or public national park when on safari? In my experience, there seems to | Read more…
Wherever you’re heading on your wildlife travels, picking the best luggage for safari is essential. Most safari companies specify a number of rules your safari luggage should follow, regarding the weight, material and features, in order to help it squeeze into cramped places in luggage compartments and your tent. But you also need to make | Read more…
When on an African safari, there is plenty of free time in a typical day to kick back, relax and read a book in between game drives. Even if you’re not on safari, there’s nothing better than a story that transports you straight to Africa to bide the time until you can be back in | Read more…
So you thought you had to travel to Iceland to see puffins, eh? Well, think again! Not all wildlife encounters require you to hop on a plane. In fact, one of the best wildlife experiences I’ve ever had was right here in Blighty: Seeing the Skomer Island puffins. Skomer Island is a tiny, uninhabited island | Read more…
If you’re planning a safari holiday to South Africa but aren’t sure where to stay, this Africa on Foot review might just help you decide! Africa on Foot is a small, private camp located in Klaserie Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger. It shares unfenced borders with Kruger Park, meaning the animals that call it home | Read more…
Though a typical day on safari will vary between safari lodges and camps, the itinerary below is an example of what happens on safari in a private nature reserve, or conservancy, to give you an idea of what happens each day. It’s important to remember that timings will also vary depending on the season you’re | Read more…
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