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Acacias v Giraffes – a uniquely African tussle

The sight of a giraffe browsing on the leaves of a majestic acacia tree is synonymous with Africa.  Giraffes have a fondness for the tree that is unrivalled by any other, and this fondness results in a fascinating ‘to and fro’ relationship between fauna and flora.

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Dramatic Elephant Rescue – Luanga Valley, Zambia

Most conservationists believe that man should not meddle with the natural order and that we should allow nature to run her course however cruel or grim it seems to be. We agree on the whole, unless a wildlife problem has been created by man (for instance in the case of snaring or being trapped in a fence, in which case it’s justifiable [...]

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Staff Review: Indigo Bay Island Resort & Spa

I have just travelled to Mozambique on the back of a trip to South Africa to check out some lodges and resorts. All in all it was a fab time, learning lots about Rani Resorts as well as looking at current travel logistics in Mozambique and how best to include the country into our itineraries.  [...]

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Staff Review: Bayethe Lodge

As we speak, I am on safari at Shamwari Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape! Our lodge, Bayethe, is a 5 star tented lodge with all the trimmings you would expect.  The superb food and excellent service has pleasantly surprised me – my last visit here was a bit disappointing, but they have really picked [...]

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Video of the Week: Hippo Saves Babies

If this video doesn’t make you want to pack up and head out on safari immediately, I don’t know what will. This is the kind of footage that you would expect from a Disney movie; but lo and behold, nature surprises us once again. While out in the bush in Tanzania, a lucky group witnessed [...]

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Amazing Specials at Kenya’s Governors’ Camp

For 2011 the Governors’ Camp — a longtime ASC favorite in Kenya — has kept their accommodations rates pricing the same as for 2010. Additionally, the Camp has also continued it’s special offers for 2011 and added a new family offer, an upgrade offer, and a fantastic discount on hot air balloon safaris in the [...]

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Pics of the Day: Leopard Kills Baby Elephant

Leopard kills baby elephant in Sabi Sands game reserve in South Africa

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