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Designing uniquely crafted adventures in Africa’s most spectacular destinations. CN Traveller Top Africa Specialist 2022.
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Founded by Nick & Ashley Bay

05/11/2024

Safaris are the perfect way to celebrate with family. Whatever the occasion, it’s always a good enough reason to head to Africa.

Cheers to that! 🥂

31/10/2024

Seeking an active safari adventure? Here are a few ideas to keep you moving on safari!

🏞️ Explore Rwanda’s lush forests on a gorilla trek.
⛰️ Consider a private climb up Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
🌄 Hike the iconic Big Daddy Dune in Namibia.

For those seeking less intense options:

🚶 Enjoy a guided nature walk through Botswana’s reserves.
🚴‍♂️ Mountain bike or horseback ride through Kenya’s expansive bush landscapes.
🧘‍♀️ Prefer a workout closer to home? We love using apps like Yoga Glo and EVLO while traveling.

Ashley, our co-founder, is a dedicated yogi and so health and wellness are central to YPA. If staying active is a priority, let us know and we’ll integrate movement into your holiday.

29/10/2024

After the early morning wake-ups, we strongly suggest rewarding yourself with some quiet moments throughout the day.

27/10/2024

Taking kids to the Kalahari is like stepping into nature’s largest sandpit where the red sand becomes an endless playground. The Kalahari’s unique ecosystem was both fun and educational with the help of knowledgeable ranger, Luke Botha, an expert with the kids.

Get the whole family’s excitement levels through the roof with these fun ideas with your little ones.

📖 Dive into safari storytelling with some African wildlife children books, like “Giraffes Can’t Dance” or “The Lion Who Wanted to Love.”
🎵Get into the safari spirit with our YPA’s Africa playlist full of rhythms to get the family excited - linked in bio.
🍿Watch children-friendly shows or documentaries like “Wings Of Life”, “Dolphin Reef” or “The Elephant Queen” - all on Disney+
🎲 Make a game out of learning with animal cards featuring fun facts about African animals.
✂️ Let their creativity flow with DIY safari-themed crafts, like toilet paper roll binoculars or animal masks to spark their curiosity before the trip.

22/10/2024

Golden hour working wonders as a giraffe strolls peacefully through the plains in Kenya.

📍Sanctuary Tambarare, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenya.

18/10/2024

Reading the Robb Report article on “The 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth” was a proud moment for us. Since our recent trip to Africa, we’ve now visited every hotel featured in the “Greatest Luxury Hotels in Africa” section.
By staying at these hotels, we can better match-make you to the properties that fit your vision.

• Angama Mara - Masai Mara, Kenya
• Loapi Tented Camp - Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa
• Miavana - Nosy Ankao, Madagascar
• North Island Okavango - Okavango Delta, Botswana
• Selinda - Selinda Reserve, Botswana
• Singita Pamushana - Malilangwe Reserve, Zimbabwe

Each of these destinations provided a unique experience, swipe to see our journey over the years 💫🌍 Read the Robb Report - linked in bio.

15/10/2024

We’ve been eagerly anticipating the opening of this hidden gem - Collection in the Wild’s newest villa, Wild Hill, is now open.

The villa is thoughtfully designed to harmonize with its surroundings, with access through a secret door, walls inspired by the textured skin of elephants, and living grass roofs that seamlessly blend into the natural landscape.

We can’t wait to experience this extraordinary property firsthand. Discover more about this villa and our other East Africa favorites in our latest article - linked in bio.

13/10/2024

Safaris are best when shared with the whole family. We know traveling with toddlers can be tough, but the joy of having little ones along is unmatched. Exploring Africa with our daughter, Savvy, has given us some of our most cherished family moments—not to mention the priceless experiences she’s gaining in nature.

To make your life easier, we’ve put together a list of must-haves for traveling with kids. Head to the link in bio for our top tips.

10/10/2024

One of our goals is to make travel to Africa less intimidating, so receiving feedback like this from Josh and Kiera after their beautiful Kenya, Tanzania, and Seychelles honeymoon is exactly what we strive for.

‘We have never experienced that level of service. It was amazing having your team available for all of our questions throughout the trip, totally putting our minds at ease.’

But what’s even more important is how much they loved Africa—and that they’ll be back!

‘We thought this would be a once-in-a-lifetime trip for us, but we’ve already agreed that we’ll be returning to Africa in the future!’ - Josh and Kiera

06/10/2024

In a fast-paced world, embrace the stillness on safari.

04/10/2024

Looking to plan the perfect honeymoon with your significant other?

Besides saving you many hours of planning and guesswork, here’s why choosing YPA for this special experience is a great idea:

📍 We’re experts in pinpointing the best safaris, camps, and lodges for your needs.
📅 We have insights on the ideal times to visit for fewer crowds and that romantic ambiance.
🦁 Dream of getting close to wildlife? We know the best spots.
✈️ Rely on us for seamless logistics, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy.

01/10/2024

Welcome to our new YPA followers! Here’s a little about who we are. Our founders, Nick and Ashley, are passionate about Africa, spending roughly three months of each year exploring this incredible continent. Drawing on our unique perspective of living between North America and Africa, we strive to make travel to Africa less intimidating and bridge the gap between these two worlds for our YPA clients.

Africa has profoundly touched our hearts, and we’re dedicated to introducing YPA clients to its many magnificent destinations.

We dig deeper, connecting the dots to create meaningful interactions that leave a positive impact on the places we visit. Feeling inspired? Reach out to start planning!

22/09/2024

Our love for Africa is what fuels our mission to inspire others to experience its beauty too. There’s nothing we love more than hearing from our happy honeymooners, Angelique and Fernando, who traveled to Cape Town and Kenya.

“If you’re thinking about traveling to Africa (DO IT!) don’t hesitate to reach out to YPA! It’s your trip, in their safe and caring hands, and they will help you meet all of your dreams when traveling to this incredible continent!”
- Angelique and Fernando

11/09/2024

For young explorers, an African safari transforms nature into the ultimate classroom. 💚🌍

Send us a message for more on family safaris the YPA way.

07/09/2024

Our loyal YPA clients mean everything to us, and hearing feedback like this is the most rewarding thing we could ask for.

“YPA definitely knows the right places to send their guests, and their knowledge about the area and the timing of the trip proved to be invaluable. I have now planned two trips with Your Private Africa, and I will absolutely be using them again.”
– Chris & Jana Badger

Now’s the best time to start planning for next summer. Send us a message, and let’s start connecting the dots.

03/09/2024

Life is beautiful—celebrate every moment! ✨ Who says you need a special occasion to travel?

At YPA, we believe life itself is reason enough. Whether it’s a big milestone or a small win, we’re here to help you celebrate.

28/08/2024

So, the trip is booked and now it’s time to start packing! YPA has you covered. We’ve collectively been on over 100 safari trips and always manage to fit everything we need into one soft-side duffle each.

In the lead-up to your departure, we’ll send you a fool-proof YPA packing list to make your life easier. Plus, every client receives a YPA baseball hat, buff, power adaptor, and luggage tag to kit you out for your upcoming safari.

26/08/2024

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Hop over to one of our newest reels. 🐧 The beautiful Boulders Beach is one of Cape Town's most visited beaches and the only place in the world where you can be up close to African Penguins. Just one of the many reasons why we love Cape Town, this adventure ticks the cuteness box ✔️ 🎥 @edeniweiss #yourprivatafrica #travelthatconnects #travelafrica #bouldersbeach #penguinsafari #southafricatravel #wanderlust

If you dream of going on safari and coming face-to-face with big cats of all kinds, we've got just the right itinerary for you! Hop over to our website and get inspired; we'll plan the rest. Link in bio. #yourprivatafrica #travelthatconnects #africansafari #bigcats

Tucked into 160,000 acres of private wilderness next to the Kruger National Park, here you’ll find @sabisabireserve EarthLodge: high on contemporary style and ultra sensitive to the environment. We love it because it’s the spot where Nick proposed to Ashley 📍South Africa Top Highlights: 13 luxe suites each with private plunge pool, an outdoor boma with walls sculpted from tree roots, and a dining area overlooking a watering hole where you can sit back and watch game pass by. Insider tip: make sure to book a pamper at the Amani Spa. Take time out in the Zen meditation garden. You’ll feel oh-so far away from the real world. #yourprivatafrica #travelthatconnects #southafricasafari #sabisabi #earthlodgesabisabi #krugernationalpark #travelsouthafrica

Among the many activities that come with safari in Botswana, quad biking is one of our favorites. You’ll want to check this adventure off your bucket-list: quad-biking across the salt-crusted pans of the Makgadikgadi. It’s exhilarating! #yourprivateafrica #travelthatconnects #bucketlistadventures #botswanasafari

It’s about connections. We see how travel connects us - to ourselves, to the natural world, and that’s meaningful #yourprivateafrica #travelthatconnects #africansafari

We spend several months a year on the African continent, staying connected and informed to ensure we plan the most uniquely crafted adventure that is just right for you. Link in bio to read more about our growing YPA team. #yourprivateafrica #africatravelspecialists #travelthatconnects

We did it! Our new YPA website is now live and we can’t wait to share it with you. It celebrates 2 decades of experience living and working in, and traveling to Africa so we can ultimately ensure that your safari is guaranteed to be seamless and memorable. #yourprivateafrica #travelthatconnects #africatravelspecialist

Mindy Roberts, @white.desert.antarctica CMO, back from Antarctica, shares her top 3 activities that are a must-do for explorers to this unique part of the world: - do one thing that pushes you out of your comfort zone, maybe even scares you slightly. It’s exhilarating - make sure to see the Emperor penguins. You’ll be amazed at how those little chicks survive in that wild climate - and walk through the ice tunnels. The colors and sounds under tons of water and ice are surreal! DM us for more info on how to make your dream trip to Antarctica a reality. #antarctica #epicadventure #yourprivateafrica #responsibletravel

A place of isolation, iridescent blues, miles of water and ice, and where barely no rain has fallen for 1000s of years…this is Antarctica. We asked our friend Mindy Roberts, CMO at White Desert, to tell us first hand about what it’s like to experience the coldest desert on earth. “The most incredible thing when there’s no wind is the absolute silence. No trees, only a few birds, no hum of technology. We want people to come and see this part of the world, and be moved by the experience so they can talk to others about preserving these pure places.” We’ll post more about Mindy’s trip, so stay tuned 🎥 @mindy.jade.roberts #Antarctica #whitedesertantarctica #yourprivateafrica #responsibletravel #bucketlistadventures

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Your Private Africa designs and implements uniquely crafted adventures, honeymoons, family explorations, special requests and events in Africa’s most spectacular destinations. Private aircraft charters, exclusive camps and lodges, and specialized private guides are hallmarks of our safaris. We are skilled at creative, personalized luxury travel experiences that capture our client’s dreams and aspirations.

Nick has been planning custom safaris for over a decade for a variety of clients, from the budget conscious to the no limits traveler, and everyone in between. Nick got his start as a junior guide at a lodge in South Africa right out of school and then worked for several adventure travel and luxury tour operators before founding Your Private Africa with his wife and business partner Ashley.