Safaris
Escape from the fever pitch with Acacia Africa
There’s certainly a buzz surrounding South Africa, the Rainbow Nation being the first country on the continent to host the FIFA tournament. Of course, while football is heavily ingrained on the British psyche, not everyone has their heart set on the beautiful game.
Chance to play a part in protecting Namibia's cheetahs
A new project aimed at helping protect cheetahs has been initiated in Namibia where 85 per cent of the world’s population of this big cat are located. Ordinary people can come along and help collect vital data. The project was launched by Biosphere Expeditions, an international not for profit conservation organisation.
Free nights at the Oyster Box Hotel, Durban
The five-star Oyster Box Hotel, a member of Luxury Hotels by Dnata, was named by Conde Nast Traveler magazine as one of the “Hot Hotels” and one of the “Hot Hotel Spas” for 2010, The Oyster Box in Durban is offering a Stay 4, Pay 3 special package.
Dragoman guarantees departures on African trips
In 1789, Benjamin Franklin said, ‘In this world, nothing can said to be certain, except death and taxes.’ In 2010, Dragoman, one of the world's most respected and longest-running overland and small group adventures tour operator, has added a much more pleasant certainty - guaranteed departures on all its Africa trips - over 50 in all - until the end of September.
Spice-up your safari with a trip to Zanzibar
Combine the untouched wilderness of southern Tanzania with a free four night extension to the exotic ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar.
Go wild with a free night at Ulusaba Private Game Reserve
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve, Sir Richard Branson’s beautiful award-winning luxury retreat, has a fantastic free night offer available for guests who book to stay between now and the 10th June 2010.
Discover Zimbabwe's 'Lion Country' with Acacia Africa
Conservation encounters don’t just enable positive changes in the host country; they can change your entire perspective.
Asia’s only African safari resort opens in Taiwan
Asia’s only African safari resort has opened in Hsinchu County to offer visitors a unique African experience in north west Taiwan. The Leofoo Resort Guanshi boasts African-themed rooms and the opportunity for guests to get up close and personal with a variety of wild animals.
Family safari fun in South Africa
Families with children have always been welcomed at Sabi Sabi's Bush Lodge in Sabi Sands, South Africa. Now the family experience reaches a new level with the opening of the EleFun Centre, a fully fledged children's facility within the lodge environs which fosters children's awareness and appreciation of nature.
Ten extraordinary adventures from Acacia Africa
Love Africa, but want to go beyond the tried and tested pursuits? Acacia Africa’s Wild Bunch have released ten extraordinary adventures, ensuring all 2010 bookings are once in a lifetime “rave reservations”.
Experience Africa's migration madness
Africa is a spectacular backdrop for one of the greatest events in the wildlife calendar.
Destinology launches South Africa microsite
Luxury operator Destinology has launched a brand new website, sensesouthafrica.co.uk, to raise awareness of the wide range of holidays available to South Africa, in the year when UK holidaymakers attention will be drawn to the country by the FIFA World Cup.
Join unique Rhino conservation trip with Wildlife Worldwide
Wildlife Worldwide is providing the chance for wildlife enthusiasts to witness an extraordinary event in Zambia this May; five magnificent Rhinos will be flown by Hercules aircraft from South Africa to the North Luangwa National Park in the final stage in a massive conservation effort, to re-establish a sustainable black rhino population in the Luangwa Valley.
Safari adventures in Tanzania
For a limited period, The Selous Safari Company in Tanzania is offering high-season travel for low-season prices at its luxury camps in the Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park as well as at Ras Kutani, a boutique beach lodge on the shores of the Indian Ocean. Promising an unparalleled level of luxury, privacy and safari experience, The Selous Safari Company offers an excellent way to see the hidden delights of Tanzania.
Animal magic & mystery in the Ruaha
Jongomero, the only camp situated in the remote central south-western sector of the Ruaha National Park in Tanzania, is a hidden gem promising unmatched privacy and a great vantage point from which to take in the sights and sounds of the African bush.