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Yay! Our first scholarship has been awarded!
With this educational scholarship to a top private school in George on South Africa's scenic Garden Route, the world is Khanya’s oyster. And all this has been made possible by the generous donations we have received from guests, friends, families and fellowship groups.
To tip or not to tip
Of course, we are not talking about tipping over or tipping the bottle or tipping the scale. Tipping is a contentious issue because different countries have different tipping cultures. Find out what is customary on an African safari when it comes to tipping.
20 Funny Safari Questions Our Guides Still Talk About
We love our guests and I've always been taught there is no such thing as a silly question. If you're ever in doubt, don't think, just ask that question! After all, you might learn something new. And you may also feature in our "20 Funny Safari Questions Our Guides Still Talk About" blog post!
The Most Important Secret to a Great Safari: The Guide (Part 2)
A great guide doesn't just "find animals". They improve the whole safari experience: pacing, safety, interpretation, problem-solving, and how meaningful each sighting becomes. Part 2 shows what excellent guiding looks like in the real bush, and why it changes everything. Updated: 22 Jan 2026
The Most Important Secret to a Great Safari: The Guide (Part 1)
A safari can be average or exceptional for one reason: the guide. Guiding quality affects what you see, what you understand, and how safe and relaxed you feel, regardless of lodge budget or location. Part 1 shows what poor guiding looks like in practice, why it ruins otherwise good safaris, and what guests can do if they're unhappy. Updated: 21 Jan 2026
No cancellation fees for Ebola
Wild Wings Safaris was one of the first tour operators in South Africa to offer a 100% refund with no cancellation penalties in the highly unlikely event of the Ebola outbreak spreading to South Africa. Many others are now doing the same. Why are we so confident?
Finally, Safaris that don't cost the earth ...
There are several ways to experience a safari of a lifetime - without having to resort to robbing a bank. We look at ways to cut the budget, without skimping on the safari experience.
Size Does Matter - So Let's Focus on the Little Ones
There seem to be misconceptions about being able to take children on an African safari. Some parents stress about child-minding services for their kids while they're out on game drives. There's no need to stress. Many safari lodges and tented camps in top destinations are extremely child-friendly - some even have dedicated entertainment and wildlife activity programmes to ensure your children enjoy their safari just as much as you do!
Watch David take on Four Goliaths!
Every now and again the roles are reversed in nature, and the hunters become the hunted. Or the ones fleeing the scene as fast as they can. This plucky little fellow is a prime example of when, sometimes in life, you're just so spitting mad that you can take on your mortal enemies - and live to see another day!
11 Smart Travel Insurance Tips (And Why You Should Never Travel Without It)
Travel insurance is often an afterthought — a grudge purchase, or worse, one you skip entirely. But without the right cover, one accident, illness, or airline hiccup can leave you stranded or thousands of dollars out of pocket. Here's your essential guide to shopping smart for travel insurance, with 11 expert tips to help you choose the right policy for your trip. UPDATED 6 May 2025
The Beginner's Guide to a Solo Safari: 12 Survival Tips from the Pros
Thinking about heading out on safari alone? Wondering if it's dangerous, daunting, or downright liberating? These 12 expert tips will help you not only survive your solo safari — but thrive.
Ebola in Africa - should you panic?
Mention Ebola and Africa in the same sentence, and immediately tour operators have to deal with a certain level of panic among some travellers, particularly those with a limited grasp of geography. But we're going to Africa and there's an Ebola outbreak in Africa! We have to cancel our trip! Allow us to put you at ease.
