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…
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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…
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…
If you’re planning your first wildlife holiday, you’re no doubt wondering what to expect on safari. When on safari, what are the best first-timer’s tips and advice for having incredible wildlife encounters and more? As a safari addict, I’ve created this first-timer’s guide to give you everything you need to have an unforgettable safari. Get | Read more…
If you’re visiting Kenya on safari, the best way to travel from Nairobi to the national parks is by flying with a local airline like Safarilink. With plenty of flight routes all over Kenya, Safarilink makes flying between safari destinations an absolute breeze. But what’s it really like to fly with them? In this Safarilink | Read more…