Are you ready for the wonders of technology? An email has been making it’s way around the travel offices, and inside is a link to one of the most beautiful interactive internet pages I’ve seen in a while. Recently, a couple of friends hiked up Lions Head in Cape Town during a full moon, a [...]
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The Rains Transform Namibia
Its raining, its pouring… and all in the desert! Namibia is normally extremely dry. But once a year, with some luck, it may rain for a few short weeks. Those of you who have been to the Namib Rand Nature Reserve and to Sossusvlei will recognise the cinnamon coloured sand dunes. Can you imagine them [...]
ASC Photo of the Week – The African Landscape
As I’ve stated before in previous posts, I’m a huge fan of landscapes. Any landscape. But there is something about the African landscape that makes it more beautiful, lonely, and intriguing than any other. And all at the same time. This week, we have a beautiful shot from former African Safari Consultants’ client Alberto Benet. [...]
The Last Lions Premier
A new National Geographic documentary, “The Last Lions,” is set for release at theaters across the United States this weekend. Jeff and I were lucky enough to snag a set of tickets for the opening premier in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood tomorrow evening, courtesy of the wonderful gang at Wilderness Safaris. We’re very excited [...]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day! From African Safari Consultants to you, we hope you had a romantic, fun-filled day with your loved ones. In the spirit of Saint Valentine, enjoy this heart-warming shot from former African Safari Consultants client (and good friend) Kimberly Fairbank, shot while on a photo hunt in Londolozi. Happy Valentine’s!
Newborn Gorilla Twins in Rwanda
Two healthy baby gorillas were born on Thursday, February 3, in the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. This is wonderful news for tourists and conservationists. Gorillas don’t often give birth to twins and as such, this is an extremely rare occasion. As you know, the Mountain Gorilla population is under threat and female gorillas usually have [...]
Hippos Underwater
Have you ever heard a hippo underwater? Probably not. Surprisingly, up to 80% of communication between hippopotamuses occurs while they are actually beneath the surface. A combination of squeals, grunts, and clicks, as well as the familiar wheeze-honk noise, makes up the hippos’ melodious underwater chatter. Click on the link below, courtesy of The Bushcamp [...]
African Safari Consultants is on Twitter!
African Safari Consultants (ASC) is also on Twitter! Make sure to follow us @SafariConsults to get all the latest travel news on southern African safaris. Stay up to date with our blog posts, as well as interesting news from around the travel world. Check us out now, and thanks for following!
ASC Pic of the Week – Stephen Raffay Photos (Part 2)
Another incredible collection of photos from photographer Stephen Raffay! This week, we have 2 more breathtaking photos from Stephen, a former (and current) ASC client, using our services to plan his yearly trips to Africa where he captures the beautiful images that you see below. His portfolio is stunning, and Stephen was nice enough to [...]
Pregnancy in the Bush
The following story comes from one of ASC’s own. Vanessa, an intrepid traveller and African Safari Consultant team member, dragged her husband off to Namibia on a site inspection trip. The catch? She was 6 months pregnant at the time! She said it was their last trip alone together before their life changed forever. They [...]
ASC Pic of the Week – Itchy Leopard
It’s hard not to love all of the big 5, but there is something very unique about the leopard. This large, beautiful cat roams the savannah alone; and while it’s general demeanor lounging in the trees or playfully taunting its soon-to-be dinner might give off a sense of carefree laziness, leopards have a very real [...]
Big News From SAA!
Starting May 1st, South African Airways will offer round-trip nonstop service between New York’s JFK and Johannesburg’s OR Tambo airports. This new nonstop service will eliminate a once-necessary stop in Dakar, Senegal on the northbound flight, making the trip more comfortable while also eliminating more than 90 minutes. More than ever SAA is the premier [...]
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