MY STAY AT KING’S POOL CAMP
Bordering Chobe National Park, Linyanti Wildlife Reserve is one of the best spots in Africa where you can see big elephant herds taking bath in the river. I stayed two nights at wonderful Kings Pool Camp and I can say I had the time of my Botswana safari here! The camp’s nine luxurious tent
MY STAY AT KALAHARI PLAINS CAMP
Last December, I spent 2 days at Kalahari Plains Camp in Botswana. Set in Central Kalahari Game Reserve, this classic camp comprises 10 en-suite canvas units with a sleep-out above each from which to enjoy moonlit or star-studded nights. The main area consists of a lounge and dining area with a swi
SWIMMING LIONS OF THE OKAVANGO DELTA
Lions don’t like water. But sometimes the lions of the Okavango Delta have to swim to cross the water. The Okavango Delta in Botswana is a very large inland delta formed where the Okavango River reaches a tectonic trough in the central part of the Kalahari Desert. It’s a very unique e
TRY: SANDIBE OKAVANGO SAFARI LODGE
Situated on a private concession in the magnificent Okavango Delta, Sandibe boasts exclusive traversing rights over a vast stretch of land adjacent to the wildlife-rich Moremi Game Reserve. Inspired by nature and celebrating its stunning setting, the lodge features the best the Delta has to offer in
COLLECTION: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC UNIQUE LODGES OF THE WORLD
The National Geographic Society announced its newest foray in world-class travel experiences: National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World, a collection of boutique hotels in extraordinary places around the world with a demonstrated commitment to sustainability, authenticity and excellence. Select
GIRAFFES UNDER THREAT
One of the world’s most beautiful animals is quickly disappearing. Fifteen years ago about 140.000 giraffes (Giraffa camelopardalis) roamed the plains and forests of Africa. Today that number has plummeted by more than 40 percent, according to the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF). As with so
SIR RICHARD BRANSON’S KENYAN SAFARI CAMP
Located in Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Mahali Mzuri is one of the newest safari camps in Kenya. It is a member of the world famous Virgin Limited Edition collection. This means it’s created by world famous tourism guru, Sir Richard Branson! What does this mean? It means perfection, style and pure
NEW BIRDING SITE OPENED IN KENYA
Extract from Kenya Tourist Board: Bird watching enthusiasts and leisure seekers now have Lake Elementatita in the list of preferred sites to visit. This follows the gazzetement of the area as a wildlife sanctuary. The 18-km square soda lake, nestled in the eastern sweep of the Great Rift Valley, is
RHINOS WITHOUT BORDERS
Rhinos Without Borders (a project launched by National Geographic filmmakers and photographers Dereck-Beverly Joubert) will move a hundred rhinos from South Africa to Botswana. Why? Because South Africa holds 80% of Africa’s rhinos population and the highest poaching rate, whereas Botswana has the
SPECIAL: OL JOGI RANCH
Ol Jogi Ranch was established over 60 years ago and is a safe haven for the preservation and future development of Wildlife Conservation. The Ranch comprises a total size of 58.000 acres and is situated 225km out of Nairobi, just north of Nanyuki in the Laikipia North District. The entire ranch pro
THE MOST EXPENSIVE SAFARI CAMP
Great Plains Conservation’s Zarafa Camp debuted its solar-powered Dhow Suites in the heart of northern Botswana’s Selinda Reserve. Comprised of two one-bedroom suites, the tented accommodation (from $7440 per night) is Africa’s largest, with expansive living quarters, a swimming pool and a ded
MAASAI AND MARA
THE MAASAI A proud and independent people of the Nilotic ethnic group, the Maasai live in southern Kenya and northern Tanzania along the Great Rift Valley on semi-arid and arid lands. The Maasai occupy a total land area of 160,000 square kilometers with a population of between half and one million p
MARA CONSERVANCIES
The Mara Conservancies offer visitors the ultimate safari: the lowest tourism densities; incredible day and night game viewing; and authentic cultural interactions. But above all, these Conservancies are managed according to a model that protects the delicate eco-system and benefits the landowners t
KEMPINSKI-STYLE SAFARI
The Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara is the perfect choice for an authentic safari experience. Tucked away in a grove on the banks of the Ntiakitiak River, the tented camp effortlessly blends in with the landscape, while at the same time providing the modern comforts you would expect from a luxury ho
TRY: MONT ROCHELLE
Mont Rochelle, Sir Richard Branson’s South African Hotel and Vineyard is excited to welcome its very first guests to uncover the delights of Franschhoek’s hidden gem. Having undergone an extensive refurbishment, Mont Rochelle now boasts a brand new spa with a Hammam, a heated pool, 22 beautifull
