Animal safari holidays are a great experience for men and women of all ages. These types of holidays offer once in a lifetime experiences and with them increasing in popularity, they are now more affordable than ever as the competition for companies offering these safari holidays has increased. So where is the best place to go on an animal safari? South Africa is by far the most popular destination for a Safari holiday as it offers one of the widest selections of packages and offers years of experience in this type of travel. Whilst on a South African Safari Holiday you can expect to see all types of animals in their natural environment, animals such as African Elephants, Tigers, Lions, Zebras and antelope. Be sure to research your trip well prior to booking to see... Read More »
Summer in South Africa is normally very hot and the temperatures will often be in the high 30’s so bring plenty of cool lose clothes to wear but you may be surprised to know that it can be quite chilly on the early morning game drives, so layers are a must. Often on Safari people get a lot dirtier than they expect because of the dusty roads. If you are flying between camps or parks you may want to pack lightler as the luggage restriction can be very low so you don’t want to find yourself having to leave a load of clothes behind. There might be the occasional rain storm so you may also want to bring a light weight waterproof coat. It is a must to bring a sun hat and sunglasses as... Read More »
Many people dream of going on a Safari holiday, and what better place to do it than in South Africa. I have heard people talk about the safety aspect of such holidays and this encouraged me to explore this a little deeper. South Africa over all is a relatively safe country. The best way to ensure your safety when on Safari in Africa is to book with a well established tour operator. Most of these guys have been in the busy for years and know the areas to go as well as the ones to steer clear of. South Africa does have a high rate of crime but most of this is in busy built up areas and towns and predominantly happens at night. Really it is the basics of safety that you need to... Read More »
If you re an extroverted individual, going to a holiday location, like South Africa, during a festival, holiday, or event is a great way of having a complete introduction to the culture of the place. Festivals are typically an exuberant expression of the country’s patriotic passions, and even though it isn’t possible to view it the same way as the host country, the atmosphere is something which you can’t help but to enjoy. If a festival isn’t really your thing, there are numerous other events for you to enjoy in South Africa, like a marathon or other sports events, for you to participate in, or to be spectator. South Africa is greatly interested in football, due in part to the world cup there, so the experience you can get from watching a football match there... Read More »
Holidays in Africa are known for being educational; with good guides and excellent wildlife it’s near impossible not to learn something new on your safari. But did you know there’s also a lot of history to be learnt too? Spend some time at Fugitives’ Drift as part of your South Africa safari and both adults and children alike can learn more about the famous Anglo-Zulu war that took place in 1879. The registered tour guides at the lodge are simply superb storytellers, who can really bring these battles to life. You’ll visit Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift with the guides who recount tales of bravery from both the Zulus and the British, creating a very interesting and at times emotional experience. The owners of the lodge have longstanding connections with local people within the area which... Read More »