Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris presents a Bush & Beach adventure that will take you to Zululand and Mozambique, an ideal Southern Africa combination. Zululand is an area rich in tradition and symbolism under a subtropical sun. This is where Thanda Private Game Reserve is ready to welcome you with safari wonders and fascinating cultural…
Dear Agents! I would like to inform you that I will be traveling to US (California, North Carolina and New York) during March and April and I would love to set up a time to meet you during my trip. As you might already know, I am the Managing Director at Grand Africa Safaris, a luxury…
From January 24th through 26th, APTA was on display during the annual New York Times Travel Show at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. The New York Times Travel Show attracts more than 35,000 attendees with over 700 exhibitors from more than 175 countries, making it the largest travel trade and consumer show in North…
It is the mission of HERD, the Hoedspruit Elephant Rehabilitation & Development, South Africa’s first dedicated elephant orphanage, to rehabilitate orphaned elephants. On 7 January 2020, HERD received a four-month-old albino elephant that was found trapped in a snare with severe injuries. Her wounds indicated that she had been trying desperately to free herself for…
This is our meaningful pursuit. Today, we’re asking you for just eight minutes and 55 seconds. Watch the first episode of our new series of films. EPISODE 1: HEALTH We believe that for us to make a meaningful contribution to the conservation of our wildlife, we need to take care of the needs of our…
Nantwich is officially open and taking bookings. Now that Nantwich is ready for guests (but currently closed for the rainy season) we are happy to provide our updated Rate Sheet which has all the information about what is included and excluded, as well as the difference in price for Green, Mid and High season. The talented team and…
Tongole Wilderness Lodge, located in the untouched rugged terrain of the Nkhotakota Wilderness Reserve, have rebranded to the Tongole Wilderness Retreat (TWR). TWR is made to make guests rest and reflect disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature in the pristine Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve. Because of its tranquil surroundings and healthy fresh air, staying at Tongole, whether…
An Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) is a vital resource in the fight for conservation. They do important groundwork that prevents and minimises the impact of poachers. Elephant’s Eye, Hwange’s APU is made up of a serious group of men who aren’t the most talkative bunch, but who do know their job is meaningful, purposeful and crucial.…
Do you know the difference between a small-group guided safari or a private guided safari? What about Tailor-Made and Self-drive? Does it matter?? If you’re a travel agent you may be au fait with these terms, although in an industry that is rapidly changing due to our fast-paced world you too might sometimes find yourself…
More African countries could soon be caught in the cross-hairs of US president Donald Trump’s immigration clampdown. Three years after issuing a controversial travel ban initially slapped on seven Muslim-majority countries, the Trump administration is planning to expand the ban to reportedly include four more African countries: Nigeria, Sudan, Tanzania and Eritrea. The others are:…
Ashia and Mount Camdeboo are partners of the ground-breaking project lead by The Aspinall Foundation to rewild two captive bred cheetah Paarl and Graaff-Reinet, South Africa – January 2020: Two 2.5 year-old cheetahs from Howletts Wild Animal Park, near Canterbury will leave the park on 6th February 2020 for a new life in South Africa.…
Join our General Managers for Elewana Tortilis Camp in making a difference. A team of Scots (Graeme & Candy) and a team of Maasai who, along with a growing number of others, will walk together from Elewana Tortilis Camp to Esiteti Primary School, a total of 10 kilometers across rugged terrain and open wilderness on the 8th February 2020. All…
Almost a year later, Black & Abroad is still getting dividends from its provocative Go Back to Africa marketing campaign, designed to combat racism, diversify travel advertising, and help black Americans envision themselves on the continent. The boutique Atlanta-based company sells international trips and is a staple of the black travel movement. The campaign was unexpectedly popular in Ghana, according to…
Malawi this month opened the first African Drone and Data Academy, with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF. The academy aims to improve drone technology skills across Africa, beginning with Malawi and neighboring countries. Karen Asaba developed an interest in drones at Uganda Flying Labs, a Kampala-based drone mapping and data hub. As…
Wilderness Safaris’ Linkwasha Camp – situated on a private concession in Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park – has completed refurbishments that incorporate the local Ndebele culture. PR and Media Relations Manager, Nirvani Pillay, said the vibrant Ndebele pattern was also incorporated into the handmade embroidered cushions, which add a colorful touch to the natural hues, while locally sourced…
EcoTraining and Tourvest have signed a three-year deal to launch its first-ever Field Guide Training Academy. The initiative identifies local candidates to study and qualify as field guides and provide them with employment opportunities and empowerment within the industry. Tourvest is a leading Southern Africa integrated tourism group, operating businesses which range from travel management companies, hotels,…
For those of you using Wetu please make a note that all Nomad content has been refreshed and updated with new imagery and information. You can view our full catalogue here: https://wetu.com/Rack/View/Catalogue/1388 Please also pay special attention to Serengeti Safari Camp, whose locations are now listed as follows: Serengeti Safari Camp North Serengeti Safari Camp South…
Ecotourism, sustainability and responsible travel may be current ‘buzz words‘ but Malawi’s tourism operators have always taken their responsibilities to the local environment and local communities very seriously – long before it started to become common practice. They are behind a very wide range of conservation initiatives and projects, as well as introducing practices within their…
International visitors to Africa are to be offered ‘twin-centre’ packages by the Seychelles Tourism Board this year. These offer the combination of a safari in Africa followed by a stay on the beaches of the Seychelles. This programme targets European and American travellers to Africa. This marketing strategy is supported by daily flights between Africa…
Although there are many factors that have led to Kigali’s solid infrastructure and booming development, one thing stands out as the organising principle: umuganda. I was sitting on the terrace of La Brioche, a popular bakery-cafe in Kigali’s Gacuriro neighbourhood. It was twilight – the streetlights were coming on, and the first hint of cool wafted…
We’ve started the year with the mountain air full of change in Mahale. The chimpanzees, clearly not wanting to be left behind when it comes to tumultuous politics, have had a dramatic shift in hierarchy. Primus, M Community Alpha male for the past seven years, has been ousted. Grab a cuppa (it’s no doubt been…
Hideaways ‘is going Botswana’. Camp Kuzuma in Botswana will be joining the Hideaways collection of life-changing experiences. The luxurious and secluded Boutique Tented Camp is a true hideaway, and the firm and real commitment to eco-tourism and providing a green travel experience is what makes this safari experience an unapologetically real fit for the Hideaways…
In this week’s EcoTraining Quiz we shine a light on some of the incredible animals that find themselves dwindling in numbers at a rapid rate. Take our latest quiz and test your knowledge.
SAA will be implementing ADHOC cancellations on our flights operating between JNB-LVI-JNB, Effective 08 Jan 2020 through 31 January 2020, on flights SA048 JNB-LVI and SA049 LVI-JNB. Due to above flight cancellations, South African Airways (SAA) would like to notify its customers of its decision to re-accommodate passengers on the alternate scheduled flights or the following options listed below: …
LESOTHO A quiet mountainous country isa wonderland for adventurers Joao Silva/The New York Times The tiny country of Lesotho — a picturesque enclave of jagged desert mountains fully surrounded by South Africa — has been lost to most African itineraries. But things are changing in landlocked Lesotho, known as the “mountain kingdom,” where most residents,…
We listen carefully to our guests’ feedback to ensure that our tours continually strive to provide clients with the utmost comfort, taking into consideration the latest industry trends and innovations. One way that we are tailoring new tours is with the preferred comfort provided by more suitable vehicles. Jenman African Safaris is officially retiring our…
British troops have helped a conservation organization relocate critically endangered black rhinos from South Africa to Malawi, the Ministry of Defence announced Thursday, in what it described as “one of the largest international rhino translocations to date.” Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion Royal Gurkha Rifles worked alongside African Parks to transport the animals by air and road…
Newmark Hotels is set to launch The Catalyst Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg, toward the end of the year. The Catalyst Hotel will offer 207 rooms for long or short stays by business and leisure travellers. The hotel will also feature a restaurant, conference facility, gym, swimming pool and a full-service spa. It will be situated…
Ghana’s economy has benefited from a revenue of $1.9 billion through activities linked to the Ghana Tourism Authority’s ‘The Year of Return, Ghana 2019’ marketing campaign. The campaign was launched to mark 400 years since the first black slaves from Ghana landed in Jamestown, Virginia. The Year of Return campaign encompassed air travel, accommodation, transport…
The Tanzanian government has secured funding from the African Development Bank (AfDB) for construction of a new international airport 12km from the administrative capital, Dodoma. Work will be carried out over four years and the new facility is expected to handle at least 50 000 aircraft and a million passengers per year – the majority of…
Voyages Afriq has published a tourism review of 2019 and it is one of the most comprehensive overviews of the advances seen in the African tourism industry we have yet to see. The report includes a comprehensive overview of airport and airline updates, tourism policy and updates on African Continental Free Trade Area, VISA updates,…
For a long time Malawi’s stunning beaches, beautiful and varied landscapes and fascinating and friendly cultural experiences have been some of the best that Africa has to offer. With the wildlife transformations continuing courtesy of African Parks, Malawi’s safari experiences are now starting to match its other attractions as it emerges as one of the most…