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African Safari Blog
Welcome to the Best African Safari Blog, your gateway to exploring Africa's wild beauty. From the iconic savannas of South Africa to the lush landscapes of Kenya, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, and even the serene islands of Seychelles, we bring you expert insights, travel tips, and unforgettable experiences. Dive into our collection of articles to plan the safari of a lifetime and discover why Africa remains the top destination for wildlife adventures. Your journey to the heart of the African wilderness starts here!
Cape Town to Okavango Delta: How to Plan the Iconic Combination
The full guide to combining Cape Town with the Okavango Delta: flights and routing, trip length, the seasonal sweet spot, honest costs, and sample itineraries grounded in real planner quotes.
Craig Howes
Jul 918 min read
Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Kenya (2026): An Honest Guide
An honest, independent guide to Kenya's best luxury safari lodges in 2026, tiered by experience with real trade-offs on every property.
Craig Howes
Jul 723 min read
Best Luxury Lodges in Sabi Sands (2026 Guide)
Search "Sabi Sands luxury lodges" and everyone wants to sell you one. Here's the independent version: 17 lodges across four tiers, from $730 to $3,800 a night, with verified rates and honest trade-offs.
Craig Howes
Jul 326 min read
Inside Qwabi Private Game Reserve: An Honest Review (Babohi, Big Five, Malaria-Free)
Qwabi surprised me. An honest, first-hand review of Babohi and the reserve: a polished, malaria-free Big Five safari in the Waterberg, three hours from Johannesburg, and who it actually suits.
Craig Howes
Jul 117 min read
Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Namibia (2027): An Honest, Independent Guide
Namibia's best luxury safari lodges, from Sossusvlei to the Skeleton Coast, assessed independently, with the honest trade-offs and costs the brochures leave out.
Craig Howes
Jun 1414 min read
Best Luxury Safari Companies in Africa (2026): An Honest Guide
An independent guide to the best luxury safari companies in Africa. Planners, operators and lodge brands compared with honest trade-offs and real costs.
Craig Howes
Feb 1017 min read
Best Luxury Safaris in South Africa (2026): A Fit‑First Guide
South Africa offers some of Africa’s finest luxury safaris, but not all experiences are the same. This guide cuts through the noise, comparing elite lodges by region, exclusivity, guiding quality, and trade-offs to help you choose the right safari for your priorities.
Craig Howes
Jan 2615 min read
Zambia Safari Lodges (2026): A Fit-First Guide to the Right Camps in the Right Parks
From the majestic Victoria Falls to the wild plains of South Luangwa, Zambia is a magical tapestry woven with untouched wilderness, remarkab
Craig Howes
Jan 2311 min read
Atzaro Okavango Reviews: First-Hand Insights from Our Safari Stay (2026)
From helicopter landings and plunge pool elephant sightings to wild dog kills and village song, Atzaró Okavango delivered one of the most memorable safaris we’ve experienced. Joined by actor Luke Evans, we explored Botswana’s newest luxury lodge — and found a place where soulful design, raw wilderness, and cultural depth meet in harmony. Read our full review and discover why it’s a safari worth remembering.
Craig Howes
Jan 199 min read
Best Tanzania Safari Companies for 2026: An Honest, Independent Guide
Choosing a safari company in Tanzania can feel overwhelming. With hundreds of operators offering everything from budget camping safaris to ultra-luxury fly-in experiences, it’s hard to know who to trust. This guide breaks down the different types of safari companies, realistic costs, red flags to avoid, and how to choose the right operator or planner for your travel style, so you can plan with confidence.
Craig Howes
Jan 1022 min read
The Return of the Othawa Pride: A Honeymoon Safari in Sabi Sands
On honeymoon in Sabi Sands, journalist Anna Rawlings witnessed a rare moment in lion conservation: the rebirth of the Othawa and Ximhungwe prides.
Anna Rawlings
Jun 17, 20256 min read
Welgevonden Game Reserve: South Africa’s Hidden Safari Gem
Welgevonden Game Reserve offers exceptional Big Five viewing just three hours from Johannesburg. With luxury lodges, incredible rhino sightings, and impactful conservation, it’s one of South Africa’s best-kept safari secrets.
Craig Howes
Jun 10, 20255 min read
Private Game Reserves South Africa: Your 2026 Guide to Exclusive Safari Experiences
In this guide, we’ll explore the top private game reserves in South Africa for 2025, highlight what makes them unique, and help you choose t
Craig Howes
Sep 2, 20246 min read
Zambezi Grande Review: Into the Wild
Zambezi Grande, set along the mighty Zambezi River, offers an intimate, luxury safari experience in Zambia's pristine wilderness. Reflecting
Amber Hunter
Sep 28, 20239 min read
Mpala Jena: The luxury Victoria Falls safari camp.
Great Plains Conservation’s newest Zimbabwean offering is garnering five-star reviews and there’s little guessing why. Mpala Jena, meaning ‘
Amber Hunter
Sep 22, 20237 min read
The 12 Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Tanzania
Luxury Tanzanian safaris represent the pinnacle of African travel experiences, marrying the raw beauty of the continent's wilderness with un
Craig Howes
Sep 18, 202311 min read
Luxury Safari in Zimbabwe: Unveiling the 11 Best Lodges
Discover the best Zimbabwe safari lodges, where luxury and wildlife merge for an unforgettable experience.
Craig Howes
May 18, 202313 min read
A Safari That Matters: Best Sustainable Tourism Lodges in Africa (2024)
Experience the ultimate eco-luxury adventure with our sustainable safari, indulging in the finest amenities while preserving the natural wor
Craig Howes
Feb 21, 202313 min read
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