Image: Cecil our Hwange National Park King, Bill Flemming Remember the first time you watched the Lion King? Remember being swept away to the plains of Africa and watching the tale that started with the mighty King Mufasa. Mufasa instilled valuable life lessons that resonate with us and will continue to do so for many…
Guests wanting to explore the vast landscape of Namibia on their own steam, driving from Windhoek to Victoria Falls and spending time at the renowned Etosha Game Reserve and wildlife-rich Chobe National Park (in Botswana) along the way can now do so during this carefully curated self-drive safari by Jenman African Safaris. This tour is…
When some of the most well-known faces from the African diaspora arrived for a recent vacation in Accra, Ghana, it looked like just another gathering of famous people. Actors including Idris Elba rubbed shoulders with supermodel Naomi Campbell, TV sports presenter Mike Hill, and author Luvvie Ajayi. Behind this meet-up of box office stars, fashion…
Addis Ababa University conferred Honorary Doctorate Degree upon Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines at the University’s annual graduation ceremony held at the Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa on 13 July, 2019. Guest of Honor of the ceremony H.E. Dr Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of Ethiopia, hooded and handed over the Degree to…
Along with our new website and new portfolio of properties and experiences, Hideaways is pleased to launch our new exclusive Safari Collection, offering unique African experiences designed to deliver unprecedented hospitality in close proximity to Africa’s spectacular wildlife and pristine wilderness, all whilst ensuring the conservation of these unique habitats. We’ve focused on curating custom-made…
Image: Guests being welcomed and introduced to the Vukani Group, an income generating craft project on the border of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. This project falls within the Community Empowerment focus area for the African Bush Camps Foundation “COMING TOGETHER IS A BEGINNING, KEEPING TOGETHER IS PROGRESS, WORKING TOGETHER IS SUCCESS” – Edward…
The Telegraph Travel’s safari expert Brian Jackman on the Kenyan plains which inspired Disney’s writers, his own fascinating lion encounters, and ten of the best lodges in Africa to have yours. Read the full article from The Telegraph
South Africa’s Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West is set to enjoy greater global recognition after being voted the top winery on the African continent, it said on Wednesday. Vergelegen placed 34 overall in the prestigious World’s Best Vineyard 2019 competition, where a global voting panel analysed 1,500 wineries from 17 countries. Argentina’s Zuccardi Valle de Uco…
President of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has given assent to the Uganda Wildlife Bill 2017, effectively making the Uganda Wildlife Act law. The new law comes with significant reforms, transforming wildlife conservation in Uganda. Highlights: Community participation in wildlife management is strengthened through Community Wildlife Committees for each protected area. Penalties up to life sentences and…
It’s been an exciting time for Blue Zebra Island Lodge recently as they enter their diving season (June to September). As avid scuba divers from around the world delve into the underwater world of Lake Malawi and discover the resident blue zebra cichlids, a rather unexpected animal awaits as they arrive back on the island. Check out this blog all…
New study reveals that Madagascar, which is a magnet for nature-loving tourists thanks to its unique flora and fauna and its unspoilt, authentic character, looks set to experience a tourism-driven boom this year. Visitor arrivals in Madagascar in 2018 were 8% up on the previous year and they are 19% up in the first five months…
Well-known South African marketing and advertising executive, Jerry Mpufane has been appointed as the new president for South African Tourism North America. Mpufane will be based at the organization’s New York office and will lead a dynamic team responsible for driving growth into South Africa from the USA and Canada. North America is a key…
Teach kids about the Circle of Life and immerse them in the fantastic world of the Lion King where they’ll have a chance to witness Simba and Nala, Timon and Pumba, Zazu and Rafiki running around the Savanna in real life. This family-focused safari travels through Kenya and visits the iconic landscapes of the hit…
Domestic travel between the islands of the Seychelles is expected to be easier following the opening of a new domestic terminal at Seychelles International Airport in Mahé. The development includes a larger floor area, new check-in and baggage areas, arrival and departure lounges, drop-off and pick-up areas and security posts. The new terminal also has…
In recent months, there have been a number of negative travel advisories in place covering Mozambique’s northernmost region. These have a direct bearing on &Beyond Vamizi Island, which is situated off the coast of this area. &Beyond has been monitoring the situation carefully. Operations to be suspended Travel to this troubled area has decreased significantly,…
Safari Logistics is pleased to announce the latest addition to their fleet, The Cessna Grand Caravan. Last year Safari Logistics flew almost 9000 passengers to their destinations and with this growing by the year, they have decided that an addition to the fleet will help them manage this increase. The new Cessna Grand Caravan is a small regional airliner with…
OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA – July 2, 2019 – Experience a firsthand look at what it’s like to stay at Bushman Plains Camp in the Okavango Delta. This video was filmed at our camp over just two days to provide a visual feel of what a guest experiences on safari at Bushman Plains. Of course, our…
MASAI MARA, KENYA – July 2, 2019 – Enaidura Camp is thrilled to announce the addition of Peter Kiyaa, one of less than 30 Gold Level certified guides (the highest guiding accolade in Kenya) to our roster of legendary guides. Peter joins legendary team of Guides/Owners Paul Kirui and Ping’ua Nkukuu – both named on…
African Bush Camps are proud to announce that the How Many Elephants event campaign last month at the Royal Geographical Society managed to raise £24 000 for elephant conservation. The proceeds are equally distributed between three anti-poaching initiatives in South Africa and Zimbabwe. African Bush Camps would like to thank Holly Budge for the work…
Did you know that for every 10 guests an agent books on any Jenman African Safaris tour in a year, they and a partner receive a FREE 14-day safari of their choosing within Southern Africa (terms and conditions apply). It’s an excellent opportunity to become more familiar with one of Jenman African Safaris’ wonderful guided…
Explore our recent expansion of bespoke properties and experiences – lodges and safaris superbly positioned across Southern Africa’s most exclusive wilderness areas, allowing guests to savour equal moments of awe and serenity as they are immersed in the pristine African bush or a seaside paradise. Truly life-changing experiences. For inspirational imagery, greater user-friendliness and our…
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will make a long-rumored trip to Africa this fall, stopping in South Africa, Angola, and Malawi, Buckingham Palace confirmed Thursday. Meghan and Harry’s trip to South Africa will be an official visit at the request of the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office. “In addition, the Duke of Sussex will…
Blue Zebra, the idyllic island lodge set on the deserted Marelli Islands in the the Lake Malawi National Park, has been voted the ‘Best Location in Malawi’ in the recent Safari Awards, as well as picking up a raft of other awards across a variety of categories! The Safari Awards give credit to lodges in/near wildlife reserves “that…
In April Hannah and Ruth had the honor of representing Shanga at the WTTC Summit held in Seville. Shanga was a finalist in the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards in the category of Investing in People. Prior to their departure Ruth explained to the staff where she was going and how Shanga was to be represented.…
“It is with great sadness that I announce today the closure of RAW Botswana’s Motswiri Camp. RAW Botswana was unable to agree terms with Linyanti Explorations for an extension on its lease. The lease will come to an end on 31st December 2019, at which point the company will cease its safaris at Motswiri Camp. The…
Hideaways is delighted – dreams are now a reality and the two handcrafted dhows, Zambezi Tribe and Zambezi Origin, are finally ready to welcome guests on an authentic journey along one of Africa’s most legendary rivers. After wading through the sometimes muddy waters of bureaucracy we are officially out of the woods and onto the…
Auric Air is happy to announce additional frequencies to Selous effective 01 July 2019 Daily departures from Dar es salaam to Selous at 16:20 Daily departure from Selous to Dar es salaam at 17:30 The new flights are open to sell The flights will connect incoming passengers from international flights, who arrive in Dar es salaam in…
The riveting true story written by Francoise the wife of the “Elephant Whisperer,” Lawrence Anthony, is brought to life to those who travel on Holden Safaris’ unique safari this September. Far away from her Parisienne upbringing, Francoise and her husband, Lawrence, founded Thula Thula Game Reserve and dedicated their lives to wildlife conservation. When Lawrence…
Tanganyika Expeditions (also know as Mount Kilimanjaro Safari Club) has been awarded the 1st price as best tour company by the Tanapa Tourism Award for its innovation and creativity Thanks again to all the team who work constantly on all our sustainability projects to make this happen ! ECars, Plastic free, 100% solar camps…and more…
Tanzania’s Leading Domestic Safari Carrier 2019 A “Thank You” note from Auric Air: This is our award, it is yours as much as it is ours for a FOURTH TIME IN AROW! We Won! Together! We are driven passionately by ensuring you are safe and comfortable. It is this passion that fuels our vision of offering the…
The College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka, runs a module on Tourism Planning and Infrastructure for their Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism and Management students. As part of this course, a field trip was organized for the students to visit various travel service providers, attractions and stakeholders who play important roles in tourism so that…
The results are in and APTA Executive Board would like to welcome back, David DiGregorio as our Marketing Director. Kirsty Perring of Traversing Africa is our newly elected Executive Board Member. Both terms start August 1st for three years. About Kirsty Perring Kirsty Perring is the founder of Traversing Africa. She grew up in South Africa,…
South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa, and South Africa-based event organizer, On Show Solutions, announce the 2019 dates and locations for the Africa Showcase in North America. This year, the Africa Showcase, which is the largest travel trade show in U.S. and Canada that focuses exclusively on promoting tourism to…
Our 2020 Guided Southern Africa Brochure has just been released! We want to guide you through Southern Africa and its many splendours, offering a range of day tours and overland tours extending from 3 to 15 days. Some brand-new and exciting tours include: South Africa Explorer, Okavango Delta Explorer, Best of Botswana, Namibia Highlights and…
President Prof. Peter Mutharika has said his strong desire to turn lakeshore district of Mangochi into the tourism capital of Malawi like Mexico’s Acapulco by constructing state of the art international airport, a mega city and five-star hotel. He made the revelation on Sunday at St. Augustine 3 Primary School ground in Mangochi where he…
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it has been honored as the ‘Best Airline in Africa’ for the third consecutive year at the Skytrax 2019 World Airlines Awards held in Paris on 18 June, Additionally, Ethiopian has won ‘Best Business Class in…
Giraffe Manor’s doors have reopened for the season! Despite being closed for two months, we have been incredibly busy and have lots of exciting developments to reveal. Three of the main manor bedrooms have undergone significant renovations.Lynn and Marlon are now charming superior rooms and the Karen Blixen Suite now has two large en-suite bedrooms with an adjoining lounge area and…
African Bush Camps is proud to have welcomed its first guest to Linyanti Expeditions during the month of May. Our teams worked avidly to ensure they were beyond satisfied with the results before opening their arms and warmly welcoming our first guests. Keeping in line with African Bush Camps expedition style camps Linyanti Expeditions simplifies…
Uganda’s revived flag carrier, Uganda Airlines, intends to start commercial operations next month, with the first flight from Entebbe to Nairobi. In his State of the Nation address, Uganda President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, said the carrier would deploy the recently acquired Bombardier CRJ900s on the first regional routes. The airline received two Bombardier CRJ900s in April…
San Diego Zoo Global remote cameras recently recorded a black leopard mother and her two cubs in Laikipia County, Kenya. The cameras were placed by Ambrose Letoluai and Nick Pilfold, who are working together on leopards in Laikipia. This female and her cubs are new to the team, and bring the confirmed total of black…
Singita is honored to be opening Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House on August 1st in Rwanda, an extraordinarily beautiful, small country where more than one third of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas live in the high-altitude cloud forests of Volcanoes National Park. The presence of Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House on the park border will help to…
Ethiopian Airlines will launch three weekly flights to New York JFK via Abidjan, from June 17. The new flights, along with the carrier’s four weekly services to Newark via Lomé, bring the New York schedule to a daily service. Flight ET 0512 will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, departing Addis Ababa at 09h00 and…
In a victory for queer people in Botswana, the Gaborone high court on Tuesday ruled sections of Botswana’s Penal Code which criminalizes same-sex sexual conduct unconstitutional. Certain sections of the penal code impose a maximum sentence of seven years imprisonment for consensual same-sex relations. The court, however, ruled these provisions “discriminatory because they take away…
Latitude 0°, part of the Latitude Hotels Group, will open in July in Makindye on the outskirts of Kampala. The hotel has 47 rooms, all with lake or city views, and is 45 minutes from Entebbe International Airport. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and lounge, a rooftop bar, spa, and fitness centre with an 18-metre…
For the second year in a row, we are overjoyed to announce our award for South Africa’s Leading Tour Operator 2019! The announcement was made public at a gala event in Mauritius by the World Travel Awards, the travel industry’s most prestigious awards programme. They acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the…
Ethiopian Airlines, the Largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX Certified Four Star Global Airline, has received its 25th Dash 8-400 Aircraft, with registration number ET-AXE, from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited. Senior executives of Ethiopian Airlines, De Havilland Canada and Longview Aviation Capital, the parent company of De Havilland Canada, joined Ethiopian’s aircraft acceptance…
The finest travel brands in Africa and the Indian Ocean have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Mauritius. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the WTA Africa & Indian Ocean awards ceremony at Sugar Beach Resort, Flic en Flac, Mauritius, to find out who amongst them would be crowned best of the best. Find…
Africa Inspires is the theme for the 2019 APTA Forum taking place in Chicago, Illinois at the Downtown Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago 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, network with new members and most…
Air Seychelles launched a new daily service between the Seychelles and Johannesburg. Flight HM061 from Seychelles to Johannesburg operated by the airline Airbus A320 aircraft featuring 16 business class and 120 economy class seats departed the Seychelles International Airport on Monday morning under the command of Captain Archille Young and First Officer Bertrand Mein. The…
The popular Desert Express will be operational again as of end of June 2019. Prior to stopping operations in 2017, the Desert Express Train travelled from Windhoek to Swakopmund, making a number of stops enroute to enjoy activities and experience beautiful Namibia. Schedules and details will be published at a later stage. Read More.