Vintage globe showing Africa and the Indian Ocean in a travel library

Stories and insights from Africa

The
Travelogue.

A closer look at the places, people and wildlife that shape our journeys. Explore destination guides, thoughtful places to stay and advice from our Africa-based team, alongside stories of conservation and local life. Read for inspiration; turn to us when you are ready to make it personal.

Kanana safari camp beside the waterways of Botswana's Okavango Delta

Places to Stay

Five rare Okavango lodges — and how to choose yours

Compare five distinctive Botswana lodges, from quiet island stays to wildlife-rich camps, with advice on choosing the safari that suits you.

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Aerial view of a private beach retreat in Mauritius

Journey Ideas

Luxury safari and beach holidays

Explore how to combine an African safari with Mauritius, including seasonal considerations, island stays and a thoughtfully paced journey.

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Travellers walking through an African wetland with a specialist guide

Field Notes

Behind the journey: how your African adventure comes to life

Discover how our Cape Town team shapes your African journey, from the first conversation and itinerary design to support while you travel.

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Private safari vehicle travelling through South Africa at sunrise

Destination Guides

Why South Africa should be on your radar

Explore South Africa through its wildlife, coastal landscapes, wine regions and cultures, with ideas for a personal, thoughtfully planned journey.

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Travellers overlooking an African wetland with their private guide at sunset

Safari Planning

Plan a considered African safari

Start shaping your African safari with guidance on destinations, wildlife experiences and places to stay from the Travel African Time team.

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Elephant moving through the Linyanti landscape in Botswana

Travel with Purpose

Luxury safaris with Wilderness: Africa’s wild heart

Explore Wilderness camps, wildlife experiences and conservation-led travel, with a closer look at some of Africa’s remarkable safari settings.

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Singita safari vehicle beside a river in South Africa

Travel with Purpose

Singita: a partner to be proud of

A closer look at Singita’s lodges, conservation work and approach to hospitality, from South African wilderness to Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

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Safari lodge lounge overlooking an African river

Field Notes

Reflecting on 2024

Reflect with Travel African Time on a year of African journeys, from family safaris and the Cape Winelands to the Okavango and Seychelles.

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Private pool at andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge in Namibia

Mik’s Picks

Mik’s picks: andBeyond

Mikhail shares five andBeyond stays, from Tengile and Sandibe to Benguerra, Sossusvlei and Phinda, and the experiences that set them apart.

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Aerial view of Benguerra Island and the Indian Ocean in Mozambique

Destination Guides

Discover Mozambique: beaches, wildlife and culture

Discover Mozambique’s island retreats, marine experiences and Gorongosa wildlife, with ideas for combining the coast with a personal safari.

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Aerial view of winding waterways and floodplains in Botswana's Okavango Delta

Destination Guides

A guide to luxury safari experiences in Botswana

Explore Botswana’s Okavango Delta, Chobe and Kalahari, with guidance on safari experiences, seasonal contrasts and distinctive places to stay.

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Tented safari camp in Tanzania's Tarangire National Park

Places to Stay

Top tented camps in Tanzania

Explore ten tented safari camps across Tanzania, from the Serengeti and Ngorongoro to Katavi and Ruaha, with photographs and camp brochures.

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Wildlife landscape on a private Botswana safari journey

Journey Ideas

Embark on a majestic African journey

Discover the possibilities of a private African safari, from wildlife encounters and distinctive camps to thoughtful planning and personal support.

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Colourful houses in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

Destination Guides

A spectacular journey through captivating Cape Town

A Cape Town travel story exploring mountain scenery, coastal experiences and city life, with inspiration for your own South African journey.

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Zebra herd gathered on the plains of Tanzania

Traveller Stories

A remarkable Tanzanian adventure

A traveller’s account of a Tanzanian adventure, exploring safari landscapes, wildlife encounters and the experiences that made the journey memorable.

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Zebra in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa

Safari Planning

Exploring the Greater Kruger in considered comfort

A traveller’s account of a Greater Kruger safari, with wildlife encounters, lodge experiences and inspiration for exploring South Africa’s wilderness.

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