One of the most enjoyable parts of working at a bespoke safari company is talking to clients when they come home. These chats often last an hour or more and are real highlights of our job. It’s lovely to see photos and hear about unique animal interactions, as well as ... Read more

A discussion on African islands would not be complete without mentioning those on the East African coast, many enmeshed with a trading history over hundreds of years. The largest, Zanzibar, also known as the “Spice Island”, is an island state within the United Republic of Tanzania and was once one ... Read more

With its swaying palms, idyllic hotels and turquoise seas, Mauritius is a sublime tropical paradise. We are delighted to report that from 1st October fully vaccinated guests can once again enjoy all her heavenly charms. The even better news is that several of our favourite hotels are offering some very ... Read more

A short break Kenya is perfect for a long weekend, with direct flights from Heathrow, swift internal connections and minimal time difference. Within 12 hours of leaving home you could be watching wildebeest cavorting across the plains in front of your tent at a camp like Mara Plains. Or, enjoying ... Read more

The Maldives comprises over 1,000 islands in the Indian Ocean, spread across 26 different coral atolls.  Many are uninhabited and each resort is located on an individual island.  If you are looking for warm seas, white sand beaches, superb accommodation, great diving, snorkelling and watersports, look no further - the ... Read more

Africa is wonderful right now, as recent testimonials affirm there really is no better time to travel. For many of our clients the burning question is ‘but HOW can we travel to Africa?’ With hotel quarantine on return to the UK as the first stumbling block but Mauritius on the ... Read more

With many African countries offering a wonderfully rich variety of experiences, it’s easy to plan an incredible safari holiday in one destination; you can simply step off your international flight, put your passport away and let Africa wrap herself around you. Whether you choose a classic beach and safari combo ... Read more

The world has definitely not stood still in Southern and East Africa over the last 18 months and we are delighted to let you know of some exciting new safari camp openings. Tembo Plains, Sapi Private Reserve, Zimbabwe The gorgeous Tembo Plains, tucked away into a thick riverine forest on ... Read more

We work with well over 800 safari camps and lodges throughout Southern and East Africa and the Indian Ocean, so in our 20 years plus of organising safari holidays we’ve seen plenty come and go. There are some though, that have featured on our itineraries almost constantly over the last ... Read more

There are myriad ways to explore Africa’s fabulous wilderness areas and while vehicle based or walking safaris tend to be the most familiar, add some other options for a stand out safari holiday. Here are some of our favourites: Exploring Africa’s great rivers by boat gives a whole different perspective ... Read more