Great Plains Zimbabwe

In 2018, Great Plains Conservation invites you to join us on an exciting journey as we expand our horizons and launch camps within two diverse areas of this incredible country: the Mpala Jena Concession within the Zambezi National Park and the private Sapi Reserve in the Zambezi Valley which forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

Auric Air will Renew its current GOLD status on the BARs audit

Auric Air Services Limited announces that it will go ahead with the renewal process of its current GOLD status on the BARs audit. This echoes Auric Air’s commitment to invest on internationally recognised audits to ensure operational processes remain in line with or exceed standard and recommended practices. The BARS (Basic Aviation Risk Standard) was developed by the FLIGHT SAFETY FOUNDATION for…

New Images of Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp

We have some great new images taken by Mario Moreno from South Cape Images Photographic Safaris who has taken a number of exquisite photographs and videos of Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp. To view click; https://www.dropbox.com/sh/iuc9wvs6sdoqtxf/AAC4aFJRURtrQtNHlUrNI2Zaa?dl=0Standing on the deck at Elewana Loisaba Tented camp, the first glimpse of the panoramic view across the immense Laikipia landscape…

Jacob Zuma Steps Down as South Africa’s President

President Jacob Zuma of South Africa, a master tactician who survived a string of corruption scandals and harsh court judgments during his nearly nine-year presidency, agreed on Wednesday night to step down, repudiated by the governing African National Congress Party, threatened by a no-confidence vote in Parliament, cornered by opposition parties and abandoned by millions…

Malawi International Tourism Expo Registration Now Open

Malawi,the “Warm Heart of Africa” links the Southern and Eastern Africa region and offers unique flora and fauna which include the magnificent Lake Malawi, diverse nature which includes rivers, mountains and valleys; wide variety of wildlife in spectacular surroundings; vibrant culture and people legendarily renowned for friendliness and hospitality and international standard MICE facilities. Malawi…

Ethiopian to Start Flights to Chicago

Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest Aviation Holding Company in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it will commence direct flight from Addis Ababa to Chicago effective as of June 09, 2018. West Bound, Passengers from the entire continent of Africa will connect to Chicago and beyond through our…

Top Country for 2018? Malawi!

Malawi is now officially the hottest African destination for 2018! And it’s not just us saying that – newspapers, magazines and websites around the world have been tripping over themselves to include Malawi in a quite amazing number of ’Top Destinations’ lists in 2017 and for 2018. For a long time Malawi’s stunning beaches, beautiful…

Ethiopian Airlines Presents Special Black History Month Airfares to Cities Throughout Africa

Ethiopian Airlines invites you to celebrate Black History Month by experiencing Africa up close with special low fares to major cities throughout February. A journey to Africa during Black History Month gives you a greater appreciation of the diaspora and its many achievements. Immerse yourself in Africa’s transformative history, and be awed by its spectacular…

APTA Shines at 15th NY Times Travel Show

From 26-28 January, APTA shined at the New York Times Travel Show showcasing our members including Seychelles Tourism Board, Zimbabwe Tourism Authority, Infinite Safari Adventures, South Africa Travel & Tours, South African Airways Vacations and African Angel Tours. This was the 15th annual New York Times Travel Show and it had the largest attendance since…

Zimbabwe introduces airport levy

The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) has reinstated a passenger service charged (PSC) and the aviation infrastructure development fund (AIDEF) on Air Zimbabwe-issued tickets. “With effect from February 1, 2018, all Air Zimbabwe-issued tickets will include the PSC and AIDEF and the codes CB and XI will appear on the ticket,” read a statement…

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is open for bookings

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, recently re-opened after a three million dollar upgrade and refurbishment, welcomed its first guests with true Zimbabwean warmth on Christmas Day 2017. Bumi Hills, named as one of the Top 10 Spa Safari Lodges of 2018 by Travel Weekly, is the perfect destination that combines the breath-taking views and vibrant sunsets…

African Bush Camps: Camp Updates

•Thorntree River Lodge rates now include Parks’ Fees for all new bookings.•Transfers for all third party, non-inclusive activities for guests staying at Thorntree River Lodge will now be charged for •Walking safaris have been suspended at Khwai Tented Camp and mokoro safaris have been suspended at Khwai Tented Camp and Linyanti Bush Camp and Linyanti…

Cyclone Berguitta Cancels Flights To/From Mauritius

Air Mauritius has cancelled further flights to and from Mauritius today (January 18). On the Johannesburg and Cape Town routes, flights MK851 and MK852, and flights MK843 and MK844 have been cancelled respectively. Further flight cancellations are as follows: -Rodrigues: MK120/121, MK130/121, MK140/141. -Réunion, St Denis: MK218/219, MK238/239, MK248/249. -Réunion, St Pierre: MK226/227, MK256/257. -Antananarivo:…

Mango increases frequencies to Zanzibar

Effective March 8, Mango will increase frequencies on the Johannesburg-Zanzibar route. A Thursday flight departing from OR Tambo International at 10h00 will be added to the existing Tuesday and Saturday schedule. Last month, Mango also introduced the first self-bag-drop-off technology for a low-cost airline in Africa. It is currently only available at Lanseria airport.

Rovos Rail to launch new route

In July 2019 Rovos Rail will set off on a new 15-day trip across Tanzania, Zambia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Angola. “To be able to introduce a new adventure after 29 years in operation is exciting and presents me with a refreshing operational challenge,” says Rohan Vos, owner and CEO. “It’s taken…