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19/06/2024

One of the greatest views in the world...sunrise over the African landscape! Those morning sounds are the best, especially as you head off on an early morning game drive.

Video taken by Lucy from the Expert Africa team on her recent visit to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge in Matusadona National Park in Zimbabwe. Every suite at the lodge has uninterrupted views over Lake Kariba, so this could be your morning view too...

14/06/2024

Family safari holidays to Botswana are becoming more and more popular, offering incredible opportunities for wildlife experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. But not every camp or lodge is suitable for children or family groups. Take advantage of our first-hand knowledge to discover the camps and experiences best suited for children and families.

12/06/2024

Views that just go on forever... Jessica from the Expert Africa team is currently on-site in Tanzania, and has sent us a few pics of her stops in Arusha, Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongo Crater. Wish we could be there with her!

09/06/2024

July to October is prime time for a Tanzania trip.

It’s warm and dry days; game gather en masse at water sources; and the wildebeest migration – famously spectacular river-crossing stampedes in the northern Serengeti – are underway and it’s the greatest wildlife show on earth.

There is still availability to travel to Tanzania in 2024.

One country; limitless combinations of landscapes and activities.

Huge herds of elephants in Ruaha National Park; hippos romping in the rapids of the Rufiji River; chimpanzees playing in the Mahale Mountains. The splendour of the Great Rift Valley and the sheer scale of the Ngorongoro Crater. Sun-drenched beaches on islands in the glistening Indian Ocean. Enough to set you thinking?

07/06/2024

Close encounters with elephants are always a thrill!

Lucy from the Expert Africa team caught this amazing experience a few nights ago at Khulu Bush Camp in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe.

06/06/2024

We’ve been regularly visiting this camp in Zambia since 1995. It’s one of our out-and-out favourites.

Most guests are return visitors and it's easy to see why they come back time and time again.

Unique, owner-run and with genuinely warm hospitality, Tafika is a fabulous camp on the banks of the Luangwa River, just outside South Luangwa National Park.

The guiding here is exceptional. Not only on foot and by 4X4, but also by mountain bike (no other Luangwa camp offers this activity).

The food served at Tafika is among the best in the Luangwa Valley. The camp’s extensive fruit and vegetable garden is a labour of love and a wonder to behold.

04/06/2024

Nothing beats first hand experience! Several of the Expert Africa team are currently visiting lodges and camps across Southern and East Africa, and Karen has shared a few photos of her current visit to Namibia.

Who else suddenly has an urge to go ballooning with a view?

02/06/2024

Experience Botswana 1920s-expedition style at Duba Explorers Camp, located on a remote, wildlife-rich island in the Okavango Delta.

This is a diverse and pristine area of the Delta: a private 330km2 reserve renowned for its exceptional wildlife viewing and some very fine birdwatching. Carefully selected by wildlife photographers Dereck and Beverly Joubert, it’s a superb location.

Explore the private reserve by 4x4 or on foot, led by expert guides. For much of the year, Delta waterways give up their secrets too – viewed from a motorboat or even a hand-poled mokoro.

31/05/2024

A Tanzania trip that blends big game, a beguiling city, and a luxurious beach resort? Explore what's possible with our Red Colobus Monkey Safari.

Stay in a small, stylish safari camp in the remote Ruaha National Park, known for its particularly good numbers of lion and elephant.

Explore Stone Town – Zanzibar's historic heart, where markets and ancient Arab palaces stand within a labyrinthine tangle of winding alleyways.

End your holiday unwinding on a palm-fringed beach, snorkelling in warm seas over colourful coral reefs.

Photo credits: Ikuka Safari Camp, Zuri Zanzibar, Emerson Spice Zanzibar

26/05/2024

Africa is a photographer's dream.

Up-close wildlife encounters. Epic landscapes. Incredible light. And, of course, the interplay between them all, captured uniquely by each person.

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23/05/2024

Owned and run by Nick Murray, a professional guide of distinction, Vundu Camp - in Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park - was home to David Attenborough's team when they spent many months filming ‘Dynasties’.

Nick himself does much of the guiding here. His specialist knowledge of the park’s wild dog packs – as well as stunning views of the Zambezi, and first class canoe trips – means that the camp is always in high demand.

Our seven-night, tailor-made ‘Lion Safari’ is a wonderful introduction to Zimbabwe, combining Vundu Camp with Camp Hwange - another independent camp run by a celebrated guide.

21/05/2024

If wildlife en masse thrills you…look to Roho ya Selous

This safari camp overlooks the Rufiji River, close to both Lake Manze and also Lake Nzerakera - the area typically considered to offer the best game viewing in Tanzania’s Nyerere National Park.

19/05/2024

🌍✨ From luxury stays to breathtaking experiences, top UK travel writers Gemma (The Times) and Tom (FT) have seen it all!

🌟 But when it came to their first long-haul trip with their young children, there was only one choice: Namibia with Expert Africa. 🐘🏜️

Read about their unforgettable family adventure in today’s Sunday Times newspaper and call us to book your own family safari… Speak soon! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✈️

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/travel/destinations/africa-travel/namibia-roadtrip-family-lodges-safari-5s85gztp9

Ondili Namibia
Natural Selection
Sun Karros Lifestyle Safaris
Cornerstone Guesthouse
Wilderness
Okonjima Nature Reserve - Home of AfriCat
Namibia Car Rental

Namibia is the ultimate adventure destination — but it’s surprisingly family-friendly too, with wildlife and thrilling experiences at every one of the 1,000 miles

16/05/2024

With permanent water in the rivers that form the border with Namibia, Kwando-Linyanti is an exclusive yet vast area of Botswana, made up of four very different private reserves: Selinda, Kwando, Linyanti, and Chobe Enclave. Choosing where to go can be tricky – not only between the varied environments, but also between lodges and safari camp styles.

What’s your priority? Simple bushcamp or serious luxury? Predator sightings or a horseback safari? Birdwatching or double-decker boating?

Ask us for more detail of what’s where, and what might suit you best. With regular visits (lucky us!), we know what we’re talking about.

10/05/2024

Your 2024 African adventure is still possible!

Several of our favourite camps in southern Tanzania still have spaces available during July and August this year and are currently offering some amazing last-minute deals.

There’s Lake Manze Camp, an adventure camp with an eco-conscious outlook. The ambience is relaxed, warm and welcoming, with plenty of activities available, including boat and walking safaris. Giraffe amble past 12 simple tents, watched from private, shaded verandas. Elephant browse cheek by jowl with visitors dining in the main thatched building.

Or there’s Mdonya Old River Camp, out in the wilds, focussed on wildlife. With none of the frills of many contemporary camps, it’s a refreshing approach that puts the heart back into a safari. It feels closely connected with its surroundings and the game that walks through feels the same!

It’s a great opportunity to experience the wonderful sense of space and wilderness on offer in Ruaha and Nyerere national parks.

Have a chat with our team to find out more and plan that 2024 adventure.

09/05/2024

Like an oasis glistening in Botswana’s vast Makgadikgadi Pans, Jack’s is a high-quality camp offering a unique experience in a very captivating and unusual landscape.

From visiting families of meerkats to seeking out lions, guided walks to spotlit night drives, horse riding to quad biking, activities are many and various.

06/05/2024

Moremi Game Reserve – at the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta - is one of Africa's finest areas for wildlife, with particularly high game densities. Enter another land, a water world, an animal kingdom…

In the heart of Moremi, at the tip of the Mopane Tongue, lies Xakanaxa Lagoon. Here the mopane forests meet a patchwork of deep waterways and shallow flooded areas. It's unforgettably beautiful and packed with game. Leopard and cheetah are regularly seen and the density of antelope is amazing.

04/05/2024

The Victoria Falls never seem the same twice. It’s worth experiencing again and again – in different ways, from different angles, under different light conditions (including by moonlight).

There’s a wide choice of good accommodation in the area, and lots of optional activities to consider. Plus, it’s a great option for visiting either before or after a safari trip in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, or north-eastern Namibia.

03/05/2024

Just casually hanging about in the Okavango...

Caught on camera by Amanda from Expert Africa on her current visit to the Delta.

02/05/2024

We think this is one of the best bases for a family safari in Kenya’s Laikipia region. Lewa House is a luxury farm stay, owner-run by a Kenyan-Scots couple, who live here with their two children.

The traditional, Kenya-settler-style family cottages are cosy and, of course, intrigue children. With their organic shapes and curved roofs like tortoise carapaces, from the outside these 'earthpods' are distinctly hobbit-esque.

30/04/2024

You know you want to be there...

The view enjoyed last night by Amanda, one of the Expert Africa team, at Shinde Footsteps camp in the Okavango Delta.

29/04/2024

Famous for its baobabs and massive elephant herds, Tanzania’s Tarangire National Park is at its best from June to October.

We’ve researched the park in detail over the years, and have hand-picked 17 places to stay here - all very different, from simple fly-camps to luxury lodges.

26/04/2024

One of the earliest real eco-camps in Kenya, here you are looked after by local Maasai warriors and elders, generating income directly for their families. The nine-tent camp, set in the Amboseli eco-system within the exclusive Selenkay Conservancy, has a gold rating from Eco-Tourism Kenya.

With just nine tents, the camp feels small and homely. Tables are set out for breakfast and lunch under the trees, where you can watch bare-faced go-away birds – and often vervet monkeys – hopping through the big trees overhead.

Renowned Maasai birding guide Wilson ole Kasaine (one of the best birding guides in Africa) is on hand as one of the camp’s guides here, and with over 200 bird species in the camp's private Selenkay Conservancy, this is a great place for birdwatching in Kenya.

23/04/2024

This luxury camp’s nearest neighbours are 45 minutes’ drive away, meaning that the thrilling big cat encounters for which it’s famed are unlikely to be interrupted by the arrival of another vehicle.

22/04/2024

Rwanda offers striking scenery, diverse wildlife, and great cultural experiences – but until recently, very little luxury.

In Nyungwe Forest National Park - particularly appealing for its primates, including chimpanzees, L'Hoest's monkey and grey mangabey – Nyungwe House is an exceptional property all round.

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20/04/2024

A fun, friendly camp, Flatdogs is a justifiably popular stalwart of the safari scene in Zambia’s South Luangwa. The Expert Africa team have visited Flatdogs countless times over the years, and we enjoy its laid-back, joyful character.

Part of its charm is its proximity to wildlife - it's right on the river where a great deal of wildlife wanders by to drink, from shy bushbuck to elephants and hippos. There’s a wide range of accommodation, including the recently renovated Crocs Nest tented chalet, perfect for families or small groups. With plenty of space, everything is well spread around the grounds where there’s an open-plan bar, two lovely swimming pools and an all-day, à-la-carte restaurant serving delicious meals.

18/04/2024

The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most astonishing experiences in Tanzania. Nothing can prepare you for the first time you stare into it. The largest intact volcanic caldera in the world, it measures about 16-19km in diameter, with walls of 400-610m in height.

Hiking in Ngorongoro Highlands, whatever your stamina level, is an adventure that will always stay with you: landscapes, animal encounters, Maasai culture, and the opportunity for contemplation.

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16/04/2024

How you arrive can be as tantalising as the destination itself. On landing at Musiara, in the Maasai Mara, it isn’t uncommon to see lions by the airstrip and elephants next to the parking area.

A fifteen-minute transfer later, you and your luggage are ferried by dinghy across the 20-metre width of the Mara River, to Little Governors' Camp, where you’ll come closer than you ever imagined to hippos, buffalos, and elephants – and a habituated warthog family who also like to call the camp home.

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13/04/2024

Mwamba Bushcamp, in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park, has been revamped for the upcoming season, not that it needed it! It's a calm, comfortable and rustic camp, steeped in nature, and overlooking a waterhole in the usually dry bed of the seasonal Mwamba River, with some stunning photographic hides.

It’s a perennial favourite with Expert Africa travellers, and well worth adding to your itinerary for Zambia.

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10/04/2024

Unleash your adventurous spirit on a solo trip to Africa.

Expert Africa offers a variety of experiences and camps that are perfect for solo travellers – whether you’re looking to socialise with like-minded people or just enjoy some quiet time in nature. We’ll help you plan that perfect solo adventure in the wild.

We personally visit the places we recommend and can give you first-hand advice on where you should go to enjoy the experience you’re looking for.

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