Songa Africa to Open Nyungwe Lodge

Songa Africa has opened bookings for Icyayi Songa Lodge in the foothills of Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forest National Park. The lodge, due to open in May, features a tea-inspired theme reflecting the surrounding plantations. A render of the outdoor shower at Icyayi Songa Lodge. It will feature 20 suites including family villas. The 166 square metre…

Silverback Lodge Relaunches in Uganda, Setting a New Benchmark for Conservation-Led Luxury in Bwindi

Silverback Lodge Relaunches in Uganda, Setting a New Benchmark for Conservation-Led Luxury in Bwindi On World Wildlife Day, 3 March 2026, Marasa Africa marks the official international launch of Silverback Lodge, unveiling a completely rebuilt and reimagined flagship property next to Uganda’s extraordinary Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.   High-res images: Silverback Tuesday 3 March…

APTA Pacific Northwest Chapter Hosting Luxury Africa Travel Presentation on March 26th

Luxury Africa Curated Experiences Across Southern & East Africa   Join PNW APTA Chapter for an exciting and inspiring presentation designed specifically for Travel Advisors seeking to elevate their luxury Africa portfolio.   Presenters are: Rita Anagnostopouls – US Sales and Marketing Manager Shai Goodman – Mateya Safari Lodge They will take you on a curated journey through…

Beyond the Plains Africa Safaris Partners with Wheelhouse Travel Marketing to Strengthen North American Trade Engagement

Beyond the Plains Africa Safaris is a specialist safari and wilderness operator focused on delivering immersive, experience-led journeys across Africa’s most remarkable landscapes. The company works closely with carefully selected camps, lodges, and guiding partners to create authentic, conservation-minded experiences that connect travelers with the continent’s wildlife, culture, and natural heritage. To support its continued…

Beyond the Plains Safaris Launches 2026 Kenya & Tanzania Safari Series and Invites Global Travel Partners

Nairobi, Kenya — Boutique safari operator Beyond the Plains Safaris has officially announced the launch of its 2026 Kenya and Tanzania Safari Series, while opening new partnership opportunities for international tour operators and travel advisors seeking reliable ground handlers for Kenya safaris and Tanzania safaris. Based in Nairobi, Beyond the Plains Safaris is a locally…

Rhinos Reintroduced to Garamba in the DRC

Absent for two decades, white rhinos have been reintroduced to Garamba National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). According to a statement issued by African Parks, the park lost its last northern white rhino to poaching in early 2006 when wildlife populations were declining and armed groups were active in the region.…