2018 has been a year of celebration in Uganda’s conservation fraternity as the country continues to welcome wildlife births! Earlier in the year, Adventure Consults must have shared the exciting news of the first baby giraffe in Lake Mburo National Park, in the past few months, we have recorded a number mountain gorilla babies and…
Elephant’s Eye, Hwange has added horseback safaris to its list of activities offered at the lodge. Replace the hum of the safari vehicle with the clip-clop of hooves and occasional soft neighs of a horse. Guests observe game from a completely different vantage point and feel like they’re part of the action, as the antelope…
We are thrilled to have Tristan Cowley as one of the speakers at the APTA National Forum in Denver on September 14th & 15th! Tristan is also the founder of the Conservation Travel Foundation, which in the last 5 years has invested in excess of USD 400,000 into conservation and rural development projects, and also co-founded the…
Lions, lions, and more lions have dominated Liwonde National Park’s management time of late. Today they can proudly report to all their supporters that another milestone has been reached. Just this morning they released the second lion pride consisting of three females, and two males into the greater park. Two of these animals have been…
The Only One, a luxury yacht charter based in Cape Town, Western Cape, has introduced Around Robben Island Trips. Beverley Dean, a representative from The Only One, told Tourism Update that the new offering was introduced because of Robben Island no longer allowing them to do private yacht tours to the island itself. “We thought we had…
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest Airline Group, is happy to announce that it has registered record success in the just ended 2017/18 fiscal year. In line with its 15 year strategic roadmap, Vision 2025, the airline registered historical success in financial, commercial, operational and customer service areas. During the 2017/18 fiscal year: Ethiopian introduced additional +14…
There has been a buzz about what is increasingly becoming known as the most exciting new product range from Jenman African Safaris. Jenman Select’s magnificent new tours and destinations showcase only the best and most inspiring. All properties have that special something and have been hand-selected for their unique charm and sophistication. Obviously, our exclusive…
Waste in our oceans is a global concern for many reasons; the huge build-up of plastic that forms the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch”, a giant whirlpool of waste in the North Pacific is well known – but there are five other gyres (as these eddies are known) in the world, each collecting a huge amount…
Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris has launched its 2019 Guided brochure which offers an extensive range of guided long distance tours and day tours throughout Southern Africa. The 2019 season sees the ever-popular tours such as the Kruger Park Uncovered, South Africa Odyssey, Namibia Sossusvlei Desert Adventure and the Victoria Falls Fly-In, among others. New…
12 tents located at the famous Naabi Hill overlooking the Naabi plains and adjacent to the Gol Kopjes. An ideal location during the calving season, this area is teaming with wildebeest as hundreds of thousands of pregnant females converge to give birth. While most properties are compacted in the Ndutu area, the location of Woodlands…
Poachers have broken into Botswana’s prime tourism concession, killing more than 40 elephants. Michael Chase, Founder of Elephants without Borders (EWB), said in a report that the elephants were killed in a famous wilderness area, managed by one of the world’s largest eco-tourism travel companies. He called for help from tourism companies in prime tourism…
“For my birthday, I can think of no better gift than connecting my global family with this beautiful country and the children who need our help most” Madonna will celebrate her upcoming 60th birthday with an online fundraiser to benefit her Raising Malawi foundation. “I have an unwavering commitment to providing vulnerable children with a loving home. For my birthday,…
The Elewana Collection has registered Kenya’s first ever apprentice guide-training programme, led by Head of Guide Training, Craig McFarlane. Elewana is also the only company in East Africa registered as a Training Provider with the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA). FGASA’s vision to train and support guides across Africa who commit to act…
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), in collaboration with the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, is in the process of translocating 15 giraffes from Murchison Falls National Park to Kidepo Valley National Park. The translocation is primarily due to conservation efforts that aim to boost the giraffe population in Kidepo, according to UWA Communications Director, Bashir Hangi. This will…
Government last week dissolved Air Zimbabwe management board and appointed Grant Thornton Chartered Accountants as caretaker administrators for the country’s airline. Transport and Infrastructural Development minister Joram Gumbo confirmed yesterday that the disbandment of the board and the appointment of a caretaker was meant to safeguard the airline’s assets. “The Ministry of Finance and Economic…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that, starting from August 1, 2018, it has rolled out stopover packages without any additional airfare that cater for all leisure needs with a view to promote tourism into Ethiopia. Passengers traveling through Addis Ababa and…
The Cape Milner’s restaurant and iconic bar get a glamorous update One of Cape Town’s best kept secrets, The Glass Lounge at The Cape Milner Hotel, and its sister restaurant, 2 on Milner, have just been given a sensational facelift, which has streamlined and updated the spaces’ look and feel and added to the elegant…
Hideaways is committed to improving the lives of those living in the Dingani community close to our lodge Elephant’s Eye, Hwange, either through employment, supporting local businesses or through the various projects organized through the Grow Africa Foundation. One of our most important initiatives is to address the lack of access to education, as is…
The architect who rebuilt the World Trade Center in New York has started work on a new museum celebrating human evolution that Richard Leakey has commissioned in the remote deserts of northern Kenya. Leakey, famous for discovering the most complete skeleton of an early human known as Turkana Boy, wants the building to become a…
Join us in Denver and hear from travel expert and TV host Nate Fluellen. “From Chicago to the Congo”. Nate Fluellen’s latest series “will change the way you think about exploring Africa” according to Forbes. Come and hear more from this amazing adventurer & story teller at our APTA National Forum in Denver on September…
The APTA National Forum will be taking place in Denver, Colorado at the historic Oxford Hotel situated in the popular Lower Downtown (LoDo) area 14-15 September. This is your chance to meet some of the influencers, change makers & pioneers in the world of Africa, conservation & travel plus reconnect with your fellow APTA members. The…
African Parks have been responsible for transforming Malawi’s wildlife in recent years, helping it to emerge as one of Africa’s most complete destinations. Their 2017 report shows all the success they’ve had in 12 months, including successful relocations of cheetah into Malawi’s Liwonde National Park and elephant into Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, developments to bring more…
Early in July Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge was privileged to host Dr. Jane Goodall, a world renowned scientist, anthropologist and primatologist who has dedicated her life to conservation, animal welfare and humanitarian causes. Dr. Jane Goodall arrived for the Cocktail fundraiser attended by 122 guests that raised a staggering USD 6,300 for the Roots &…
Often overlooked and rarely found on travelers’ bucket lists, Malawi has been mainly known as “the warm heart of Africa” thanks to its friendly and welcoming people. However, the country is starting to position itself as an interesting wildlife destination, as well. Three of the country’s reserves Majete, Liwonde and Nkhotakota are now run by…
DHL Global Forwarding, the leading international provider of air, sea and road freight services, and Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, today signed a new agreement to form a joint venture company – DHL-Ethiopian Airlines Logistics Services Ltd., to build the Leading Cargo Logistics provider JV company in Africa; the company will be based in Ethiopia and…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that in addition to being honored as the ‘Best Airline in Africa’, it has won Best Business class in Africa 2018’, ‘Best Economy Class in Africa 2018’ and topped among Skytrax’s World’s Top 100 Airlines 2018…
The tourism sector in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is set to receive a major boost as plans to construct a Grand Prix Circuit have been cemented. Feonirich, a Dubai-based company funding the construction, attended the ground-breaking ceremony in Victoria Falls over the weekend, which was presided over by Zimbabwe’s Vice President, Constantino Chiwenga, to commemorate the $1.2…
Registrations have opened for exhibitors for Africa’s Travel Indaba, to take place from May 7-9, 2019. The event will once again take place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban. The three-day tradeshow is hosted by South African Tourism, in partnership with Tourism KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and eThekwini Municipality and attracts buyers from all over…
Due to popular demand, EcoTraining Guides and Guardians has added an additional FGASA NQF2 (Level 1) Course to their calendar. They have added two additional Professional Field Guide Year-long Courses. Participants may also chose to enroll in the Level 1 course for a gap year experience or to extend their safari tour. There are two different programs to study…
Elewana Collection want to improve the standard of guiding across the industry and we are passionate about the people who work for us, we invest continuously in their development. Earlier this year we sent our Walking Guides to South Africa for enhanced training in a partnership with Royal Malewane. The aim was to further their…
Tsogo Sun will open a new hotel in Zambia next month – Garden Court Kitwe. Christopher Nsenje, General Manager says: “The hotel is well located close to the Makuba Mall and adjoins the ECL Business Park. It is an ideal base for conducting both business and corporate functions with a host of professional services.” There…
Wild Hospitality has announced the launch of two new lodges, as part of the Explorers Luxury Tented Lodge portfolio of lodges. The lodges are situated in the tourism mecca of Hazyview – the gateway to the Kruger National Park on the banks of the Sabi Sands. Lions Rock River Lodge is a family-friendly lodge situated…
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — While visiting Kenya, former U.S. President Barack Obama praised Kenya’s president and opposition leader for working together but said this East African country must do more to end corruption. On his first visit to Africa since stepping down as president, he commended President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga for…
Finch Hattons Luxury Tented Camp is delighted to announce it be will joining the exclusive boutique Africa Collection at Index Select to act as their new North America Trade representation agency. Comprised of five innovative and seasoned industry professionals with years of experience in the luxury travel space, Finch Hattons will join the Africa Collection…
On Friday 22nd June, Central African Wilderness Safaris (CAWS) signed a 20-year lease extension with the Government of Malawi for Chintheche Inn, a stunning property overlooking Lake Malawi. In 1993, CAWS signed the first-ever public-private partnership with the Government of Malawi, to run Mvuu Camp and Mvuu Lodge in Liwonde National Park. The company is delighted to…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it has won SKYTRAX World Airline Award for the Best Airline in Africa for second successive year. Skytrax is the most respected global air transport rating organization that conducts the world’s largest annual airline passenger…
Operating in some of the most biodiverse areas on the continent, the Elewana Collection willingly embraces its responsibility of protecting the wildlife in the surrounding habitats and working with local communities to ensure human wildlife conflict is reduced. Elewana Tarangire Treetops is located in a private Wildlife Management Area (WMA) called Randilen. We are proud…
A full 100 years after Nelson Mandela’s July 18, 1918, birth, he is remembered around the world as a symbol of peace and freedom, for ushering South Africa into a democratic, post-apartheid future.
This year marks Pumulani Lodge’s 10th anniversary in Malawi! And what a wonderful ten years it has been. As Pumulani enters the double digits, we look back at a few fond memories and interesting facts over the decade. • Approximately 21,600 bed nights occupied since opening. • The ‘world’ has been to stay – hosted…
Extraordinary Showcases 2018 to be held in July in Johannesburg and Cape Town The popular annual roadshow organised by Extraordinary is off to a record number of attendees in both centres. This year due to the burgeoning volume of trade attending, the showcases are to be held at The Capital Moloko Hotel Sandton…
South African Airways (SAA), the leading airline from the U.S. to South Africa with the most daily flights, was honored with the “Best Airline Staff in Africa” award at the 2018 World Airline Awards hosted by world renowned aviation experts SkytraxTM. The award presented at a special ceremony held at the Farnborough International Airshow attributed…
In Residence is excited to become an APTA member, and to now have dedicated representation in North America so that your questions can be answered easily in real time. As of July 1, Brooke Berlin will be overseeing all North American industry relationships for In Residence. So many more families and groups of friends are…
A baby elephant that has been in the care of the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) for the past 16 months, was successfully introduced to the resident Jabulani herd early April, and remained with the herd going forward. Read the full story here: http://campjabulani.com/orphaned-baby-elephant-successfully-introduced-to-jabulani-herd/ For more information on Shawu’s journey and the Camp Jabulani herd, follow…
Jenman Select itineraries are now online! This collection of private custom safaris in the most exclusive areas of Southern Africa and Madagascar are curated to provide an unforgettable holiday for the discerning traveller. Itineraries are focused on out of this world experiences in remote destinations, with careful attention to detail, and a strong focus on…
Have you heard about the new Hideaways experience that’s on the horizon? Zambezi Truth will launch in August in Victoria Falls on the banks of the Zambezi River. This romantic experience is a completely new offering in Vic Falls, and is perfect for travellers who are looking for that something extra to add to their…
During the 21st-25th October 2018, 60 luxury African travel exhibitors, along with 60 high-end luxury travel designers from across North America, will be descending on Sundance. For 4 days, this pop up event will consist of carefully curated business meetings, powerful bonding experiences as well as learning, discussing and sharing information about the majestic African continent.…
Ethiopia’s state-owned airlines will resume flights to Eritrea’s capital Asmara next week, a state-affiliated news agency reported on Monday, hours after the neighbours and longtime foes declared their “state of war” over. Fana television reported the news on its Twitter feed. The restoration of diplomatic ties and trade links was agreed on Monday after a…
We are thrilled to announce the opening of Robin Pope Safaris’ Kuthengo Camp in Liwonde National Park, Malawi. Meaning “the wild” or “the bush” Kuthengo is located among fever trees on a large open plain along the spectacular Shire River. The camp boasts four spacious en-suite safari tents, each featuring an outdoor shower, bathtub, basin…
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has launched the annual Kwita Izina Festival, which will culminate in September with the naming of 23 gorillas born over the last year. This is the 14th annual Kwita Izina Festival and, under this year’s theme of ‘Conservation in Life’, organisers aim to highlight the need for conservation, particularly of the…
South African Tourism, Travel LAB South Africa, Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency, Nelson Mandela Museums and Mqhekezwein Great Place in the Eastern Cape are proud to launch the upcoming “Heroes Walk 2018” in honor of Nelson Mandela. The walk is comprised of a 10 km (blue), 20km (yellow), 40 km (green) routes aimed at…