Your Private Africa

18/01/2025

If you could be one place right now, where would you be? For us, it would be on a beach in Africa, especially as winter in Seattle is setting in.

We’ve seen some stunning tropical destinations, but a few truly stand out:

🌊 Desroches Four Seasons, Seychelles – a private paradise on a lush coral island. -

🏝️ Kisawa, Mozambique – a sanctuary of forest, beach, and sand dunes at the tip of Benguerra Island. -

🐟 Mnemba, Zanzibar, Tanzania – a seafarer’s paradise on a private island steeped in culture and history. -

🐚 Miavana Time & Tide, Madagascar – for exclusivity, adventure, and an unspoiled horizon not to mention some of the best diving around. -

🌴 HBD Príncipe, São Tomé – off the west coast of Africa, here you’ll find one of the most biodiverse rainforests on the planet, golden beaches, and communities deeply connected with nature.

Just thinking about Africa’s blue-water beaches is enough to get us through the winter blues—but counting down to a trip would make it that even better. Browse our safari and sand itineraries—linked in bio.

15/01/2025

Is there anything better than the feeling of anticipation before a big trip? Our YPA Book Club is here to keep the excitement building, with perfect reads to inspire you while you count down the days.

Safari lodges are filled with quiet corners, perfect for escaping into the pages of a good book during some down time. Head to the link in our bio for our latest recommendations.

11/01/2025

POV: you’re the king of the jungle...and you know it.

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08/01/2025

Ins and outs and ups and downs of traveling with little ones, we know it all. Especially traveling with toddlers can be stressful but it should never hold you back from going on amazing trips.

We’ve pulled together some insider tips from Nick and Ashley on traveling with your kids in Africa. Experiencing Africa as a family is uniquely enriching, and we’re here to help streamline your trip.

Top three tips include traveling with an inflatable seat for the airplane, packing anti-itch bug sticks, and having handy snacks your toddler loves (think goldfish crackers, chickpea snacks, freeze-dried fruit, etc.). For the complete rundown from the experts hop over to link in the bio.

04/01/2025

One of the benefits of knowing Africa so well? We can create incredible trips any time of year. Shoulder season—those quieter periods outside peak travel times—is one of our favorites. Here’s why:

✔️ More flexibility to secure your ideal itinerary—lodges, locations, and experiences.
✔️ Fewer visitors mean quieter, more personal wildlife encounters.
✔️ Better value with lower rates, so you can spend more on extras like private charters or exclusive game drives.
✔️ Less hectic airports, making travel smoother all around.
✔️ Each season brings its own distinct beauty to Africa’s landscapes.

If you’re ready to swap the Northern cold for an African adventure, reach out—we’d love to help you plan.

27/12/2024

Imagine a place brimming with biodiversity and hidden luxury gems. An island with pristine beaches, vibrant underwater wildlife, rich culture, baobab avenues and forests teeming with exotic lemurs, birds and chameleons. Can you guess?

…this is MADAGASCAR, the perfect path less traveled for your next African adventure. Read the full article at the link in bio.

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25/12/2024

Happy Christmas to our growing YPA community!

However ‘you and yours’ celebrate Christmas, we hope you embrace your own unique traditions, we look forward to helping you explore Africa’s next year!

19/12/2024

Savoring our way through Africa with homemade pizzas under the trees in Botswana. What will you be cooking this festive season?

📍 North Island Okavango

16/12/2024

If you’re traveling to Africa, a soft-sided duffel is essential! Flying into remote areas means small planes and strict luggage requirements—looking at our flight from Tswalu to Madikwe, you can see why…

Need guidance on the best duffels? Head to the link in our bio.

09/12/2024

Looking back at Chris and Jana’s trip in 2021, they went to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana which according to them, was “the best safari experience imaginable.”

They’ve now planned two trips with YPA and “will absolutely be using YPA again when it comes time to plan our third trip to Africa in the next couple of years.” - Chris and Jana

It’s such a privilege to build strong relationships with clients who trust us to make their dreams a reality!

05/12/2024

10 years of doing what we love with the people we love 🤎

03/12/2024

Is Africa on your bucket list for 2025? Here are 5 ideas to get the sparks flying...

1. Escape the crowds in Tanzania – from prolific wildlife in the Serengeti to chimpanzees in remote Mahale, your safari is truly on your terms.
2. Take the path less traveled to Madagascar where the island is teeming with life both on land and beneath the sea.
3. Experience a safari all to yourself with new exclusive-use villas in East Africa for a perfectly tailored safari.
4. Head North to Morocco for culture, history, and desert landscapes.
5. Experience the classic desert and Delta in Botswana for some of the best lion and elephant sightings on the continent.

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We’d love to help bring your 2025 trip to life. Reach out, and let’s start planning! Head to the link in our bio for the full article.

27/11/2024

Nothing beats a girls trip, especially when there’s something special to celebrate! 🥂

Get in touch to start planning the ultimate getaway with friends!

24/11/2024

Spotting a cheetah in the wild is already a rare treat, so you can imagine our excitement when we witnessed one on a kill during our recent trip to Madikwe.

These majestic cats are elusive on safari, partly because they hunt solo and rely on speed and stealth over strength.

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12/11/2024

If raw natural beauty in pristine African wilderness is what you’re after, then Singita Pamushana in Zimbabwe should be on your list!

Nestled into a rocky ridge, Singita Pamushana Lodge and Malilangwe House (a private-use villa) offer sweeping views across the reserve and the enigmatic Malilangwe Dam. With every imaginable creature comfort, we love how each day brings a new opportunity to explore—from bush walks and boating to game drives and historic African rock art.

Reach out to us to start planning!

10/11/2024

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.