African Blog: Kenya

• Getting a Bird’s Eye View over Africa

  avthepav in Tanzania,, Zambia,, African Adventures,, On Safari,,

  March 30th, 2010 2:10pm

  As far as I'm concerned one of the most unforgettable ways to experience Africa is from about 1 000 feet above the ground, looking down!This one-of-a-kind bird's eye view of the African wilderness offers a...

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• A single Tourism Visa for Southern Africa in the pipeline

  emmagass in Botswana,, Kenya,, Mozambique,, Namibia,, South Africa,, Swaziland,, Tanzania,, Uganda,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,, 2010 FIFA World Cup ™,, African Adventures,, News & Current Affairs,, Responsible Tourism,, Travel Tips,,

  May 13th, 2010 3:10pm

  Seven border crossings in five days was one of my bragging points after a recent visit to Victoria Falls and the wildlife-packed Chobe River; I do like collecting stamps in my passport! B...

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• What’s On in Africa in June & July

  kimberoo in Kenya,, South Africa,, 2010 FIFA World Cup ™,, African Adventures,, Community & Culture,,

  June 4th, 2010 10:36am

  I still remember the day we celebrated 100 days until the FIFA Soccer World Cup™ - and it seemed amazing, ...

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• The Wonders Of Amboseli

  ziarasafaris in Kenya,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,, On Safari,, Responsible Tourism,, Self-drive holidays,, Travel Tips,, Wildlife,,

  June 29th, 2010 9:42am

    In a country where virtually every corner could be described as beautiful, amazing or breathtaking, it is testament to Amboseli's austere beauty and diversity of landscape that it continues to be, after the w...

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• Elephants, Camels & Horses: Animal-Back Safaris

  kimberoo in Kenya,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  July 16th, 2010 3:52pm

  So maybe you're trundling along a winding reserve road in the back of yet another game-drive vehicle, only this one has camouflage seats and extra blankets, and you think to yourself, '...

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• Bikes, Quads & Canoes: Alternatives to Game Drive Safaris

  kimberoo in Botswana,, Kenya,, Mauritius,, Namibia,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,, African Adventures,, On Safari,,

  July 21st, 2010 8:50am

  Last week I wrote a blog about animal-back safaris - something everyone needs to try at least ...

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• Lake Nakuru National Park

  ziarasafaris in Kenya,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,, On Safari,, Self-drive holidays,, Travel Tips,, Wildlife,,

  August 4th, 2010 3:37pm

  With so many National Parks and Game Reserves in Kenya to choose from, it is often hard to decide on which ones you should be adding to your itinerary. The best way to decide is to weigh up the specific things that you would like to see in each par...

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• Go Local! Home-Grown Guides on Safari

  kimberoo in Botswana,, Kenya,, Namibia,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,, African Adventures,, City Life,, Community & Culture,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,,

  August 12th, 2010 4:32pm

  Any foreign destination comes with its fair share of scariness: new customs to navigate, food to digest, clothes to wear and terrain to travel through. ...

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• Go North! Tanzania’s Classic Northern Safari Circuit

  kimberoo in Tanzania,, Travel Tips,,

  August 20th, 2010 4:48pm

  Go north! No, south! Wait, combine it with the coast! What on earth? ...

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• Safari Clothing…. what works & what definitely does not!

  lauren in Kenya,, Tanzania,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Quick lists,, Travel Tips,,

  August 25th, 2010 5:30pm

  We all worry that we may have packed too little or too much, nothing smart, nothing casual so I thought let me jot down a few thoughts on packing for an African trip. The Visa card is now maxed out on the "dream safari" a...

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• Kenya’s Popular Safari Routes - Where to Go?

  kimberoo in Kenya,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  September 6th, 2010 4:19pm

  Although not as big as southerly neighbour Tanzania, Kenya - the birthplace of the classic African safari and all things 'Hemingway-esque' - is still two and a half times the size of ...

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• On Safari? Navigating the Serengeti Highway

  kimberoo in Tanzania,, Responsible Tourism,, Wildlife,,

  September 14th, 2010 4:47pm

  The explorers of the late 1800s and early 20th century could never have predicted Tanzania's vast Serengeti wilderness coming under attack. By lions, sure, but definite...

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• Most Romantic Safari Lodges

  claudiskies in Kenya,, Malawi,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Zambia,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Romance,,

  November 8th, 2010 11:12am

  The idea of an African safari is in itself a romantic pursuit. But what if you want something with a touch more romance? Perhaps a honeymoon? Or simply a romantic getaway for two? ...

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• Africa’s Most Beautiful & Striking Antelope

  kimberoo in Botswana,, Kenya,, Namibia,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,, Wildlife,,

  December 2nd, 2010 2:52pm

  I was on safari at Sanbona Game Reserve recently - a beautiful private reserve located in the Karoo in the Western Cape, and something really stood out for me: ...

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• The Waiting Game - A river crossing in the Serengeti—-

  lauren in Kenya,, Tanzania,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  December 16th, 2010 3:11pm

  I would consider myself as a bit of a "fundi" on the wildebeest migration which occurs annually in East Africa ,but even this expert was a little put out in 2010 when t...

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• African Safari Villa Holidays

  claudiskies in Other,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,, On Safari,, Romance,,

  January 5th, 2011 8:48am

  Imagine a luxury safari complete with all the trimmings and toppings that you would normally expect, with the added bonus of being the only guests there? Anyone looking for a luxury safa...

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• Meet & Greet: are there any genuine interactions with local African cultures left?

  thefynbosguy in Botswana,, Kenya,, Namibia,, Tanzania,, African Adventures,, Community & Culture,, Responsible Tourism,,

  January 11th, 2011 10:51am

  Most people come on holiday to Africa to marvel at the stupendous wildlife that grunts, growls and gallops across burnished savannahs. Interaction with the local population is usually limi...

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• Cheap East Africa Holidays Aren’t Always Worth It

  emmagass in Kenya,, Tanzania,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,,

  February 3rd, 2011 4:16pm

  Bargain bins, special prices, the unknown gem, the little guy willing to negotiate… we all want to believe we have found a great deal at a great price. It might seem good at first, but you could end up paying a ...

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• Under Pressure: World Heritage Sites Threatened by Development

  sandramallinson in Kenya,, Tanzania,, News & Current Affairs,, Responsible Tourism,, Wildlife,,

  March 10th, 2011 4:39pm

  The pressure to develop and the need to conserve: two massive forces continually butting heads. Although this battle...

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• Whisper It: Should you Miss the Mara?

  thefynbosguy in Kenya,, On Safari,, Responsible Tourism,, Wildlife,,

  April 19th, 2011 3:19pm

  It's one of Africa's most famous game reserves and is home - for part of the year at least - to the much-documented wildebeest migration as well as hordes of other familiarly furry African mammals. ...

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