Where can I find the best river cruise in Southern Africa?
Forget rushing from one safari vehicle to another. On the Chobe River, elephants come to the water while your boat drifts quietly past.
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How expensive is Botswana as a holiday destination?
Botswana can be an expensive safari destination, but it does not have just one price tag.
Is it safe to go to Zambia for a holiday?
Zambia's wilderness, rivers and Victoria Falls make it an enticing destination, but what about safety?
What documents should I always carry with me in a foreign country?
Your passport is essential, but it is far from the only document worth carrying when travelling abroad.
Packing for a photographic safari
A photographic safari calls for more thought than simply throwing a camera into your luggage.
What does the Maputo Corridor mean to a traveller?
The Maputo Corridor offers road trippers a smooth, scenic connection between South Africa's Highveld and the tropical coast of Mozambique.
5 steps to create an itinerary
Planning a Southern African adventure does not have to mean creating a military operation.
Don’t go overboard when buying camping gear
Camping gear can be wonderfully tempting, especially when every new gadget promises to make life outdoors easier.
Regional travelling in South Africa: self-driving or by air, which is best
Choosing between flying and self-driving in South Africa comes down to balancing time and scenery.
Lesser-known caves in southern Africa
Beyond southern Africa's famous tourist stops lie ancient subterranean caves rich in rock art and deep human history.
Elephant Sands: For the love of elephants
As the world observes World Elephant Day today, The Travel Thread takes you to Elephant Sands in northern Botswana, where wild elephants roam freely around an open waterhole just metres from your seat.
The best “padkos” for a winter road trip
Planning a winter road trip through South Africa? Don't leave home without packing the ultimate padkos!
Best-known Mozambican game parks to visit
Explore Mozambique beyond its beaches on your next Southern African journey.
The Highlands Meander in Mpumalanga
Escape to the cool, misty heights of the Highlands Meander in Mpumalanga. Discover the charm of Dullstroom and its surrounding mountain passes.