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Sizing Up - 5 days of Pure Kruger vs Kruger/Private Reserve Combo
We're often asked which is the best option to go for - uninterrupted Kruger Magic (Kruger National Park is the jewel of Southern Africa's national parks) - or absolute luxury at a private safari lodge at one of the reserves adjoining Kruger? Well, let's look at some of the finer points ...
Surfing safaris ... or cooking crazy?
We're as passionate about wildlife and safaris as anyone could be. But for some, there are some many new and different 'safari' adventures you are able to experience in Southern Africa that are somewhat a little more unusual ...
Here's How to Safari With Family in Africa In Pictures - #10 is My Favourite.
We're often asked if it's easy to travel and safari in Southern Africa as a family unit. Our answer? "Of course, yes!" But don't take our word for it ... see what the Feldman Family has to say.
Keeping You Safe On Safari ...
We are often asked about health and safety precautions when it comes to going on a safari. Things like, what vaccinations are necessary? Which mosquito repellent to use? Which are the best anti-malarial drugs, and so on. We take a closer look at some practical advice ...
7 Best Ways to "Do" Kruger
There's no contest that Kruger National Park is the top safari destination in Southern Africa. If it's not right up there on your bucket list, it should be! But what are the best ways of experiencing this wildlife wonderland?
Airbnb: Bad Idea or Good Idea?
Airbnb has become a very popular way to find accommodation anywhere in the world. The question is, when is it a good idea to use Airbnb and when is it perhaps a bad idea? Should you use Airbnb on your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Africa, for example? Let's examine the pros and cons.
This is What South Africa's Grading System Really Means ...
We often get asked by our guests about how the local South African grading system works; for example, what are the differences between three-, four- and five-star establishments? Let's take a look ...
Five Lesser-Known Safari Destination Gems
Everybody knows about the bigger, more famous, game parks in Africa: Serengeti, Kruger, Masai Mara, to name just three. Here we bring you five of our favourite less well-known parks, and why they're worth a visit.
Seasons of Kruger
A breakdown of the seasons in the Kruger National Park, to guide you when choosing dates for your safari.
Kruger Leopard Perfects Waterhole Kills
One of Kruger National Park’s cleverest spotted felines seems to have perfected a way to keep herself and her young cub fed on a regular, almost fool-proof basis.
Sabi Sand – North vs South vs West?
The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is divided into the northern, western and the southern sectors. While there is somewhat of an overlap in the type of bush and wildlife you’re likely to see in each region, there are some practical differences and considerations ...
Bush Babies: Tomorrow's Predators in the Making ...
It's baby season for big cat and canine predators in southern Africa and, on any game drive in one of the bigger parks and reserves, you're very likely to come across some very cute additions to the pride or pack or solitary cats.