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Travelling for the first time? How to choose a route in Southern Africa that’s right for you

Travelling for the first time? How to choose a route in Southern Africa that’s right for you

Planning your first trip through Southern Africa? This guide helps you choose a route tailored to your interests and experience.
Mariana Balt 12 Aug 2025
I don't like the Kruger National Park…

I don't like the Kruger National Park…

Kruger isn’t just a safari destination. It’s a place that stirs something deep in the soul. This is a love letter to South Africa’s wild heart.
Mariana Balt 06 Aug 2025
Birding for the barely interested

Birding for the barely interested

Many casual travellers find that simply pausing to notice the local feathered life adds depth to their journey.
Mariana Balt 08 Jul 2025
Waterways, warthogs and wonder: A journey into Botswana

Waterways, warthogs and wonder: A journey into Botswana

If our trusty 1998 Nissan 2.7 Turbo Diesel 4x4 can handle it, any vehicle with decent ground clearance should too.
Mariana Balt 22 May 2025
Unusual places to sleep under the stars

Unusual places to sleep under the stars

By choosing one of these unusual retreats, travellers trade the ordinary for a unique stay under the stars.
Mariana Balt 10 May 2025

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