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Dontt let the news scare you or get spooked by that diamond trading movie you saw on Direct TV. South Africa’s a great place to visit! If you find yourself in Cape Town be sure to enjoy a few of our favorite activities while you-re there
Table Mountain: A great walk for kids and adults alike, this one shouldn’t be attempted without a guide. Guides are relatively inexpensive, though, so don-t worry about breaking the bank. Just bring extra (more…)

When people think of Africa and safari’s, they picture great herds of elephants, prides of lions strolling across the plains and all the other animals normally seen in a zoo. Tanzania offers all of those, with tours for game sighting, hunting and photo safari.

In NgoroNgoro Conservation Area, 4-wheel drive vehicles descend to the floor of the crater. Inside the collapsed caldera of this ancient volcano visitors can expect to see wildebeest, zebra, many varieties of antelope, lions, cheetah and buffalo. On the crater’s rim visitors may see baboons, an elephant and, (more…)

The first explorers to push into the wilderness areas of what is now South Africa were often turned back by local tribe and it wasn-t until the 1830s that forward outposts were established. Soon after, hoards of Europeans came for the rumors of gold, ivory and skins and farmers sought the rich soils. There was a mass destruction of wildlife by the fortune seeking hunters and President Paul Kruger pleaded with the parliament to establish a game reserve in the lowveld to protect the threatened species.Confused? Here ‘s a little help . Thanks (more…)

Zimbabwe, Africa is truly a land of enchantment and diversity. Game drives are some of the most popular tourist activities in the nation, and include many different parks and sight-seeing adventures that are perfect for the whole family.

Just what is a game drive? It is basically a hide-and-seek tour of a wildlife reserve. It is a safari in which you have to try to find the animals you wish to see. This suspense makes such an adventure fun for the whole (more…)

The very word Kilimanjaro conjures up memories of Hemingway’s stories, and brings to mind pictures of zebra and giraffes, backed by this snow-capped mountain. Mount Kilimanjaro is the main attraction for the national park. It is the highest mountain in Africa and one of the largest volcanoes in the world. For those who want to make the climb, be aware that much training and preparation need to go into your mountain safari to make it a safe ascent. Those who make it to the top say it is an exhilarating, almost surreal experience.

Expedition adventures in Kilimanjaro National Park (more…)

Going on an adventure trail in Kruger National Park is a breathtaking experience. Seeing wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, and lions is unlike any other sightseeing experience. There is something beautiful about watching wildlife peacefully reside in its natural habitat in South Africa.

For those that enjoy photography, a safari trip in Kruger National Park can provide all sorts of inspiration. One will have the opportunity to photograph all sorts of animals in their natural habitats.You can find a quick rundown here A (more…)

Don’t miss going to Malawi for your next safari. This small country in southeastern Africa is little known, but has the most diverse geography of any country on the continent. In Malawi you will find eleven national parks protecting a wide range of habitats. So, within a relatively small area, you’ll have many choices as to the kind of safari to take. Also, the third largest lake in Africa is here, stretching 360 miles along the eastern border of Malawi – sparkling clear Lake Malawi.

Liwonde National Park (more…)