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Windhoek is where every Namibian adventure begins and ends. Namibia’s capital may not be as famous as its safari parks, but there are plenty of interesting places to see in Windhoek. From engrossing museums to colonial landmarks, bustling markets, city…

Here are the seven best things to do in Namibia’s salt and clay pan of Sossusvlei to get the most out of your visit.  Sossuvlei is a great white salt and clay pan located within Namibia’s Namib-Naukluft National Park. The…

If you want the absolute best chance of spotting the Big Five, head to Kruger National Park during the dry winter months of May to September.  That is not to say, that the Kruger National Park is not suitable all…

The best safaris near Cape Town are all private game reserves, as South Africa’s bigger national parks take several hours to reach. If we define a safari as a wildlife reserve where you can do a traditional gamespotting drive and…

Ever heard of the “Great White Place” that can be seen from space? Etosha National Park is Namibia’s largest wildlife sanctuary, home to one of Southern Africa’s best safari destinations. It  was established in 1907, spans about 22,750 square kilometers,…

If you want to visit Chobe National Park but have a tight budget, here are a handful tips to help keep costs down. Botswana is generally one of the more expensive safari countries in Africa, especially if you wish to…

Sometimes the best things come in small packages… An African safari holds the promise of so many great experiences and sights, especially spotting the Big Five. It’s exciting to spot an African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, rhino and lions in…

A wise traveller once said “the best therapy is salty air, sandy feet, an ocean breeze and a pocket full of seashells”.  I couldn’t agree more, but I’d add that merging your overlanding safari experience with a stop at the…

Spotting the Big Five is hands down the “mane” event on an African safari (haha get it? Big Five pun? Lion’s mane… sigh…) Africa is well known for many things: breathtaking landscapes, tranquil sunsets, epic safaris, to name a few.…