Footsteps Of Livingstone

25/07/2023

Embarking on a Journey of Wellness with "Victoria Falls Yoga"

Experience the magic of Africa's heart and the serenity of Victoria Falls through the transformative power of yoga and mindfulness with "Victoria Falls Yoga."

Footsteps Of Livingstone have partnered with Victoria Falls Yoga to bring you a soul-stirring adventure that nurtures both body and spirit.

Join us as we delve into the captivating landscapes of Victoria Falls, embracing the beauty of sunrise yoga classes against the backdrop of the falls and peaceful meditation under the canopy of ancient trees.

Discover the profound connection between nature and wellness, and awaken your senses in the heart of Africa.

Enquire now with Footsteps Of Livingstone to include this unforgettable wellness experience in your safari itinerary and unlock the transformative journey that awaits.

💻 📲NEW BLOG POST: Embarking on a Journey of Wellness: Introducing Victoria Falls Yoga

Discover the transformative power of "Victoria Falls Yoga" amidst the enchanting beauty of the African bush. Join founder Kerri O'Fee on a journey of wellness, mindfulness, and self-discovery. Embrace nature's embrace and immerse in soulful yoga sessions, creating transformative spaces for holistic wellbeing. Embrace the adventure, find inner peace, and connect with the captivating landscapes of Victoria Falls. Unfold your true potential in this soul-stirring sanctuary of wellness & mindfulness.

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Cover image captured at the magical mobile camp set up by Umdingi Safaris 🦓🐘🦒🇿🇼

21/07/2023

The day Victoria Falls revealed its splendour.

Welcome to another captivating chapter in the history of exploration and adventure! Today, we embark on a remarkable journey as we delve into the vivid recollections of the day Dr. David Livingstone first laid his eyes upon the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Prepare to be transported back in time to....

30/09/2022

Our creativity and extensive knowledge. Your dreams coming true without lifting a finger.
Chris and Liz are the owners of this wonderful company that "goes to the end of the earth for you".
With tailor-made safaris just for you, the chances of you coming back are very high, as most of our clients have done before. Enquire today for your chance of a trip of a lifetime

05/09/2022

Having a laugh with Godfrey, the coolest guide from Splash Camp!

04/09/2022

05/06/2022

Who likes to star gaze ?

Amazing shot by ! Capturing the gracious hosts, .edwards.587 .edwards.musango and Bholli , under a magnificent star filled sky 🌌

18/05/2022

Did you know that the Ground Hornbill is marked as Vulnerable and their populations are decreasing?

09/05/2022

Just outside Victoria Falls we have the Zambezi National Park, the Chamabondo Vlei is an open grassland section of this beautiful Park. During the dry season we have been lucky enough to have seen massive herds of buffalo grazing, possibly a thousand strong! A photographers paradise.

03/05/2022

Surrounded by beauty inside Hwange National Park! Hundreds of elephants and buffalo make their way to drink.

27/04/2022

Not the best quality photo but its one for the birders... Any guesses?

Tucked away we came across these two Yellow Morph Crimson Breasted Shrike at Hwange Main Camp in 2012. We would love to know if anyone has seen them since?

26/04/2022

Have you ever seen a leopard on safari?

Kennedy Vlei in Hwange is an excellent place to see these beautiful animals. Whilst staying at The Hide, Zimbabwe Safari Lodge a couple years ago, we managed to spot this beautiful girl as she walked into the vlei, rolled around on an ant mound for a few minutes and wandered back to the thickets.

09/04/2022

Take a look at this black backed jackal enjoying the early morning sun at Ngweshla Pan, Hwange National Park.

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16/01/2022

There is just something special about this view.
Being up close and personal with these gentle giants is truly a magical moment.

Thinking of travelling Africa? Get in touch with one of our safari specialists to organise a once in a lifetime safari.
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16/11/2021

Its been 166 Years since David Livingstone first visted the Victoria Falls! Give our latest blog post a read to find out more...

16 November 1855 – Scottish Missionary, Dr David Livingstone, sighted, explored, measured and named Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River in Central Africa. “The Smoke that Thunders” Seeing enormous columns of spray and hearing a thunderous roar, miles away, Scottish Missionary David Livingstone...

21/10/2021

Bumbusi Camp- Hwange National Park. Rich in history! Give our latest blog a read about this hidden gem.
Bumbusi Wilderness Camp

In early September, Liz and I were invited, with Steve Taylor from Askari Safari, to visit Bumbusi Camp. This little gem is situated in the far northern part of Hwange National Park, midway between Robins and Sinamatella Camps. It’s a 1 and a half hour game drive transfer from Robins, via Croc poo...

22/09/2021

Who knows the route that the early explorers took on their way to the mighty Zambezi?
Do you know about Blockley Store ruins?
What about where Thomas Baines finished his famous painting of the Victoria Falls?
The report of populations of white rhino in 1800's on the chobe river?

If you answered no to any of the above, then take a look at our latest blog post. It's full of amazing facts and history.

Special Feature : Machaba Safaris - Deka Camp

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The "Hunters Road", an early trail used by the explorers to access the Zambezi River. The present international boundary between Botswana and Zimbabwe, is of significant importance, as it follows the old Hunters Road, which the explorers in the 1860's used to access the Zambezi River and the Victori...

18/08/2021

An Interesting read. Read our latest blog post about the debate about who actually discovered the Victoria Falls.

You all know it was Dr. David Livingstone... But was it ? Have a look at this video below. It opens up a really interesting debate as to who really was the first person to discover the Victoria Falls. We all know that it was the indigenous Makalolo and Tonga tribes that lived on the Zambezi River, w...

10/08/2021

Happy World lion day from the Footsteps of Livingstone Team. Get in touch with one of our Safari specialists today to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.
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19/07/2021

Our feature*

— Nehimba Lodge —

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We’re excited to share with you that we are taking a trip to Nehimba on Wednesday.

Nehimba sits firmly on the edge of the mopane woodlands associated with the north of Hwange National Park and the kalahari sandveld of the South and West. All the diversity of Hwange's fauna and flora is within easy reach on this private concession.

There are 9 large separate raised thatched tents including a Honeymoon Suite and 2 Family Suites.
All the thatched tents have a private balcony, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, hot running water and electricity by solar.
We’re dying to get there and share updates with you later in the week.
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01/07/2021

Our latest blog post

Have you ever wondered about the life of Dr David Livingstone? Our very own Managing Partner is a true and avid historian who has taken interest the early explorers. Chris Worden, a retired professional safari guide and our managing partner specialises is the story of 'the life of Dr David Livingsto...

15/06/2021

Take a look at our latest blog post. If you enjoy the health and wellness topic or just yoga in general, give it a read.

Find your 'wellness in the wilderness' with Footsteps of Livingstone.



https://www.footstepsoflivingstone.com/post/finding-your-wisdom-in-the-wilderness

A guest feature with health and wellness advocate, yoga instructor, and nature lover, Kerrith O'Fee the founder of KerriOfee.Yoga. One of our main goals at Footsteps of Livingstone is to bring back the original meaning of an ideal holiday. What we mean by that is not to just relax, but to connect tr...

14/06/2021

We are privileged to have our co-founder and raconteur Chris Worden tell the story of the life of Dr. David Livingstone in an interview last week with well known author Hannes Wessels . Take a look at the video to learn more about the life of Dr. David Livingstone.

https://youtu.be/4BuvwbefmDc

The Life of Dr David Livingstone LLD. Here we have a White man, born into poverty in Nineteenth Century Scotland, who walked across Africa, covering over 30 ...

11/06/2021

Its great to see positive development.

Exciting news coming out of Victoria Falls this morning...

Eurowings Discover, a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, will begin three weekly flights Frankfurt - Windhoek - Victoria Falls as of 30th March 2022.

The announcement comes following the recently launched new Air Services Development Programme under the leadership of Mr Tawanda Gusha, CEO of Airports Company Zimbabwe (ACZ) and is a collaboration between the ACZ and the Civil Aviation Authority, guided by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development.

11/05/2021

Magical little visitors to the office yesterday afternoon. Our office is adjacent to the bush, therefore we see wild animals on a daily basis.

07/05/2021

When’s the best time for bird watching in zimbabwe?

Best time for bird watching is during the rainy season and summer from October to April. With 650+ bird species, Zimbabwe is truly a birders paradise.

In the photo we have a black heron, which well known for its habit of using its wings to form a canopy when fishing.

10/04/2021

A tribute to the late Prince Philip.

Our co-founder Chris Worden hosted the Duke of Edinburgh in the dry season of 1991 at his Safari camp in Matusadona, Zimbabwe.
Chris remembers the one morning very well whilst they were breakfasting el fresco style and a herd of elephants walked past the camp. Chris said “Sir take a look at the elephants”.
Prince Philips reply was not one Chris was expecting, but one he would remember 30 years later;
“Don’t worry I have seen hundreds of elephants on this trip, but your black pudding is the best I’ve ever tasted.”

Chris is very proud of his cooking and still makes his black pudding every weekend with pride.
It is the small things in life that some may remember and one kind word can change someones day, or entire life. May he rest in peace.

“Sometimes we get so caught up in trying to accomplish something big, that we fail to notice the little things that give life its magic” - unknown.

29/03/2021

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19/03/2021

David Livingstone was born 208 years ago today on the 19 March 1813, in the industrial town of Blantyre, 8 miles from Glasgow.
Today the largest city in Malawi is called Blantyre, named in honour of the birthplace of David Livingstone.
Exactly 207 years and 364 days after Livingstone was born, we proudly incorporated our company with the famous Scottish Missionaries name.

Welcome to Footsteps of Livingstone.

03/03/2021

Today we celebrate World Wildlife Day, this day is about celebrating and raising awareness of the worlds wild animals and plants. So let’s take this opportunity to celebrate the widely varied forms of fauna and flora we still have, as well as those of which are no longer around.

Let’s remember the pressing need to increase the fight against wildlife crimes and the far reaching negative impacts they have.

Let’s hear the needs of those who work on the frontline for wildlife conservation as well of those who action everyday to make a difference, so one day our children can hopefully see the animals and plants that we so greatly appreciate.

HAPPY WORLD WILDLIFE DAY

“ If we can teach people about wildlife, they will be touched. Share my wildlife with me. Because humans want to save things that they love” - Steve Irwin



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01/03/2021

The story behind this photo is quite ‘controversial‘ in a way. The green or wet season is meant to ‘hide’ all the animals in essence. However, we have undertaken two weeks of travelling during this wet season. Of which we have seen fantastic animal sightings, including having two encounters with this very pride (attached photo) which we had lurking around the camp for a total of nine full days. We have had full week of a skulk of bat eared foxes, as well as cheetah and leopard sightings (to name a few). We had these sightings all to ourselves with no other vehicles around (much the same pre-COVID wet season).

Emphasising that even though the wet season is not peak season, you can still see amazing animals.
Lesson to learn here would be connected to that of of the Dalai Lama’s quote - “Once a year, go somewhere you’ve never been before”.

The way we interpret it is, step out of your comfort zone and do something different. Just because there is a possibility of you being unable to travel in the most recommended time of the year, doesn’t mean you shouldn't consider it. Get in touch and see if the wet season suits your travel requirements.

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