Africa Travel Guide
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Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is a unique and exciting safari destination, popular with many safari "regulars". Often overlooked because of the political turmoil of the last decade, Zimbabwe is now making a comeback as one of the premier African safari destinations offering good value, uncrowded safaris and beautiful, remote wildlife experiences.
Zanzibar
Zanzibar Island, along with Pemba Island to the north, are referred to as the Spice Islands. Zanzibar is best known as a tropical beach paradise, which is easily combined with a safari in Tanzania or Kenya. The history here harks back to ancient trade routes. In Stone Town, Indo-Arabic influences intertwine with African Swahili origins to create a heady fusion of sights, sounds and scents. Whether you're looking for the culture and bustle of historic cobbled streets in Stone Town or the peaceful beaches and the warm Indian Ocean with its dhow trips and excellent diving, Zanzibar is simply paradise.
Zambia
Zambia is one of Africa's most authentic and underrated safari destinations. Warm, welcoming people, pristine wilderness, and some of the continent's most spectacular national parks make it an unmissable choice for travellers who want wild, uncrowded, and adventurous safaris.
Windhoek
The city of Windhoek, Namibia's capital, lies in a wide valley surrounded by the Khomas Highland, Auas mountains and Eros mountains at the epicentre of this desert country. The country's only fully-fledged city, Windhoek is the heart of modern Namibia – the cultural, economic, political, social and travel hub where it all happens. This small, yet, cosmopolitan city is a clean and friendly destination, with enough of a buzz to make it exciting, without being too chaotic. The city centre around Independence Avenue is compact and can easily be explored on foot, making for enjoyable and laid-back sightseeing.
Victoria Falls
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. This comprehensive travel guide offers insights into the best times to visit, must-do activities, accommodation options, and safari extensions to make your trip unforgettable.
Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve
South Africa's largest malaria-free private game reserve, Tswalu Kalahari in the Northern Cape, offers a luxury safari experience against a backdrop of sweeping grasslands, red dunes and towering mountains. Cheetahs, the famous black-maned lions of the Kalahari, white rhinos, desert black rhinos and smaller mammals such as aardvarks, pangolins and African wild cats are some of the game you can expect to encounter on this beautiful game reserve.
Tsavo National Park
Kenya's biggest, yet most underdeveloped national park, Tsavo is bisected by the main Nairobi-Mombasa highway. Wild, uncrowded and authentic, Tsavo is famous for its red elephants. Tsavo National Park is easily combined with Amboseli and coastal Kenya for an unforgettable bush and beach safari experience.
Timbavati Game Reserve
Bordering Kruger National Park, the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve is a vast Greater Kruger wilderness known for its quieter atmosphere, excellent Big Five viewing, and the rare occurrence of wild white lions.
The Skeleton Coast & Cape Cross
The incredible wealth of fauna at the Skeleton Coast will surprise you. Its river courses sustain large species such as Namibia's renowned 'desert elephant', giraffe, black rhino, lion and many smaller species, while the plains have springbok, ostrich and gemsbok in large numbers. It's a fascinating area where interdependent dune-dwelling insects, reptiles and small mammals survive against all odds by getting sustenance from frequent sea fog and wind-blown detritus.
The Garden Route
The Garden Route is a beautiful stretch of coastline between Mossel Bay and Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) along South Africa's southern Cape. Renowned for its diverse landscapes, it boasts rugged mountains, lush forests, tranquil lakes, winding rivers, and pristine beaches.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is traversed by the Tarangire River which never dries up. Being the only source of water during the dry season from July to October, it draws hundreds of animals to the park, making for spectacular wildlife and bird spotting. The landscape is varied, with grassy savannahs, swamps, hills and spectacular baobabs.
Tanzania
Tanzania is one of Africa's top safari destinations, known for its vast landscapes, diverse wildlife and iconic parks. From the endless plains of the Serengeti to the unique Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania delivers some of the most rewarding game-viewing experiences on the continent. It's also easy to combine a northern Tanzania safari with a relaxing beach holiday in Zanzibar. For seasoned travellers looking to go off the beaten track, the wild and remote southern and western regions offer untouched wilderness and fewer crowds.
