Why a Gorilla Trek in Uganda is Unmissable A gorilla trek in Uganda offers a rare chance to connect with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Nestled in the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda hosts over half of the world’s remaining 1,000 mountain gorillas, primarily in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This guide covers everything you need … Read more
Above image courtesy of Dukes Camp Embark on a Mokoro Safari in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, the most serene and authentic way to explore one of Africa’s last true wildernesses. Glide silently through crystal-clear waterways in a traditional mokoro canoe, guided by expert local polers, and immerse yourself in the Delta’s breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. What … Read more
In the heart of Botswana’s pristine Okavango Delta lies a remarkable diamond of a lodge, a place so extraordinary that it defies belief and expectation. It is quite possibly the most luxurious and well-managed camp that we at Liquid Giraffe have ever experienced. It embodies a new style of safari, combining exquisite African décor and … Read more
I am ever grateful to my Dad for our family bush trips. Holidays in Zimbabwe and Botswana wove golden threads into the fabric of my being, they contributed in forming my values, spirit and character. Outdoors and nature became a touchstone which would be increasingly vital in a world of transient artifice. In the Okavango … Read more
Travel is different now. So, if you’re travelling regionally or internationally, it’s evermore important to take out appropriate travel insurance before you go. Remember, once your trip has been fully confirmed, you are no longer eligible for cancellation and refund for personal reasons – this is why insurance is essential. Below is our guide to … Read more
A night spent on one of these Sleep Out Decks in Botswana is a complete immersion in and connection to the pristine natural wilderness of the Okavango Delta and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Sleeping under the African sky in a Star Bed or Sleep Out Deck in the Okavango Delta and Central Kalahari Game … Read more
‘A highlight of my life’ is what safari enthusiast, Virginia Miglietta, said after recently travelling from South Africa on a family safari in Botswana with her husband, Ugo Miglietta, daughter and son-in-law, Tania and David, to Duba Explorers Camp and Vumbura Plains Camp. We have just returned from a holiday of a lifetime: seven memorable … Read more
When you jump in the saddle for horseback riding safari in Botswana, you will connect with its diverse landscapes and wildlife on an exhilarating journey. Botswana’s remote wilderness areas make for an unforgettable safari experience no matter how you choose to explore them. From cruising through the lagoons of the Okavango Delta on a mokoro … Read more
Perhaps one of Tanzania’s lesser-known national parks, Tarangire is an incredible East African wilderness that bristles with animal and bird life that resides within diverse habitats. Covering an area of 2,600 square kilometres, which is about 10 times the size of the Manyara National Park, the Tarangire has an interesting range of topographies. Rocky hillscapes … Read more
The vast Ngorongoro Conservation Area, in which lies the Ngorongoro Crater, is a staggering 8 292 square kilometres and is quite aptly named ‘The Black Hole’ by the Maasai. It is the largest unflooded and unbroken caldera in the world, measuring some 20 kilometres across, 600 meters deep and encompasses an area of 300 square … Read more