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How to avoid the crowds on a Serengeti safari
Every year, almost 200,000 safari-goers flock to the Serengeti in Tanzania to witness the wildlife drama of the Great Wildebeest Migration. If a safari in the Serengeti is on your bucket list but you want to avoid the hustle and bustle, take a look at our tips on how to avoid the crowds.
On safari at Tswalu in the green Kalahari – a magical paradise
The green Kalahari is a magical, ancient paradise in South Africa's Northern Cape Province. We interviewed our managing director, Onne Vegter, about his recent visit to Tswalu Game Reserve and asked him what he thought of Tswalu and the game viewing experience.
Zambezi water levels: How it affects your visit to Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, one of Southern Africa's most popular year-round destinations, is also one of the world's most Instagrammed waterfalls. Understanding how the seasons and water levels of the Zambezi River will affect your visit is key to not missing out on everything Vic Falls has to offer.
When to visit: What is the best time for a safari to East Africa?
Birthplace of the African safari and home to the Great Migration, East Africa is one of Africa's premier game viewing destinations. We explore what you can expect from an East African safari throughout the year.
Fine Art Wildlife Photography - An Interview with Wim van den Heever
"I wouldn't call it a passion. It's way beyond that." We sat down with award-winning wildlife and landscape photographer, Wim van den Heever, to talk about his craft and where his love for fine art wildlife photography comes from.
Wild Wings Wins Another TripAdvisor Award
Wild Wings Safaris has won a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence every year since these awards were started. We have won the Hall of Fame Award twice, and we are proud to have once again received recognition from the TripAdvisor community.
South Africa's Lockdown Through the Eyes of a Nature Guide
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, South Africa went into lockdown. The result was devastating. Overnight, visits to national parks and game reserves stopped, safari lodges closed their doors and millions of people lost their livelihoods. One of those affected, wildlife guide Frank Watts, put pen to paper and documented his emotional experience of life in South Africa during the lockdown.
5 of the Best African Safari Tours
Our handpicked list of the 5 best African safari tours gives you five great safari options to choose from, each of them "best" for a specific reason.
6 Reasons to Honeymoon in South Africa
Amazing outdoor adventure, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, long stretches of untouched, sandy beaches, breathtaking scenery, Big Five safaris and luxury on a budget are just six reasons that make South Africa a wonderful destination for honeymooners.
Has Victoria Falls Dried Up?
Toward the end of 2019, a British journalist claimed that Victoria Falls was drying up due to climate change, showing only a trickle of water left. What's going on? Fake news, that's what's going on!
Custom Tailor-made Safari vs Scheduled Safari Package
Which one is better - booking a private, custom, tailor-made safari to meet your exact requirements, or joining a scheduled group tour or safari package with a fixed itinerary? Let's compare them.
The Masai Mara: Is it worth visiting outside of migration season?
The Masai Mara in Kenya is most famous for the annual wildebeest migration, which peaks around August and September. But is this reserve worth visiting outside of migration season, after the great herds have moved on?
