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Safari adventures in Botswana

Diego Delso Around the size of France and with a population of just under 2½ million, the largely flat-savannah Land of the Tswana is one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations (and parenthetically, diamond producers): big game and only lightly touristed, with a “fewer people, more animals” tourism philosophy. I have fond memories of visiting its reknowned Okavango Delta on safari many years ago, but there are other aspects to the country very much noting as well: read post

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A guide to Tanzania photo safaris: capturing the heart of Africa

  Tanzania, a haven for wildlife photographers, offers unparalleled opportunities to capture the natural beauty and wildlife of East Africa. From the world-renowned Serengeti plains to the lush landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, its national parks provide an extraordinary setting for photographers to document the wild. If you’re planning a photographic safari in Tanzania, here’s a detailed guide to help you prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. read post  

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Kariega Game Reserve: a South African recovery story

    It took us three days to drive from Cape Town along South Africa’s "Garden Route" to Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, but it was well worth the drive. Once it was 27 farms, which have all been returned to the wild, and the reserve now covers 115 square kilometers (44½ sq. miles), owned and operated by two of those original farming families. A fictional British TV series, Wild at Heart, which ran from 2006 to 2012, told about much the same thing. The animals at Kariega were…

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Safaris in Zambia are eco-amazing

Ron CogswellWhen it comes to safaris and ecotourism, Zambia often takes a back seat to the likes of Botswana, Kenya, and Tanzania. But this large country in south-central Africa is positively packed with eco treasures, and its marquis attraction is one of the planet´s most spectacular waterfalls, Victoria Falls, which it shares with Zimbabwe. In addition, there are some 20 teeming nature reserves which offer as rewarding an eco-experience as any of Zambia´s neighbors – arguably even more so,…

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  • David Paul Appell October 5, 2009 at 7:40pm
    Africa is front and center on our site this week, with the Go-Lo Spotlight shining on the famous dunes of Sossusvlei in Namibia's Namib-Naukluft National Park. After this week, look for it in our Spotlight archive.
  • Kathy Moroney September 24, 2009 at 12:04am
    There are also specials for Botswana.

    Welcome to Kalahari Summer, Botswana’s definitive green season (1st December 2009 – 31st March 2010) promotion. Visit http://www.kalaharisummer.com/ for 14 participating lodges and camps.
    Celebrate the incredible value for money and the spontaneous celebration of nature that is summer in Botswana.
  • Kathy Moroney September 24, 2009 at 12:04am
    Now is a great time to travel to Africa. Many airlines are having special airfares that have to be ticketed by September 24, but are good for travel through January 6, 2010. If you’ve been thinking about going to Africa—whether on a safari, a cultural trip, searching for your roots, or any purpose—this is the best airfare we’ve seen in a long time.

    With the special airfares to Africa have you considered going to Zamibia?
    We’re offering green Season specials this year! Valid 1st November 2009 to 5th January 2010. Including the Christmas Holidays!
    • 5 nights Kafunta River Lodge, 1500 US$ pp sharing—300 US$ single supplement
    • 7 nights Kafunta River Lodge, 1800 US$ pp sharing—420 US$ single supplement
    • 10 nights Kafunta River Lodge, 2100 US$ pp sharing—600 US$ single supplement
    Inclusive of accommodation, 2 game activities per day, all meals and snacks, tea and coffee, round trip airport transfers, Park entry fees and laundry service
    Enjoy the change of the seasons when the dusty dry Luangwa Valley awakes to new life. The landscape changes to lush green and many animals have their young.
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