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Budget African Safari Blog

Welcome to the African Budget Safaris blog! Get the best budget travel tips, safari deals, news, and insights from local Africa travel experts.

Mists at Victoria Falls by G V
Adventure Travel in Africa

How to Make the Most of your African Safari

Before you hit the road check out some useful tips and tricks for smooth and happy travels in Africa.…

Seniors travel group namibia
African Safaris for seniors? Yes! Adventure travel in Africa is increasingly popular with older travellers, especially as more budget tours cater to seniors.

South African lion
richard evea (link)
The breeding of captive lions for ‘canned hunting’ is a blight on South Africa’s image as a travel destination, so much so that a recent report has damned lion breeding farms in the country and called for an end to the practice. Read more about this complex topic and how you can contribute toward protecting Africa’s apex predator.

Books galore
Preparing for your African safari is part of the exhilaration of the trip and we’re often asked what books people should read before coming. In this blog we list some of our favourite recommendations.

African elephants
You’ve booked your dream safari to Africa and now your mother/father or friends keep calling and telling you dreadful stories of tropical diseases and illnesses you’ll be exposed to on your trip. Fret not! With good – and well-in-advance – planning and a few simple preparations, you can ensure a hassle-free and healthy trip of a lifetime.

Young leopard at sunset
There is only one species of leopard, which is divided into nine sub-species, one of which is found throughout Africa: Pathera pardus pardus. This is the one you’ll see, if you’re lucky enough to spot one of these beautiful, but elusive, creatures. In this blog we talk everything leopard.

Playing
Travelling ethically and with a social conscience is important, but how do you achieve that on safari? In this blog, we give you some ideas for responsible travel in Africa.

Stellenbosch, near Cape Town
This blog, the last in our three-part series on things to do in Cape Town, lists just some of the incredible offerings the areas surrounding the Mother City has for both locals and visitors.

Surfing Morocco by Pitchou10 of Africa’s Best Surfing Spots, from Anchor Point in Morocco to Supertubes in South Africa, as well as some hidden gems for the ultimate surf.

Great Migration in Africa
Harvey Barrison (link)
The low season offers distinct advantages in East Africa's top destinations - Masai Mara and Serengeti. One of the most delightful rainy season discoveries is that it's birthing time for many of the animals. Saving on costs is another major perk of low season safaris in East Africa, but that's not all...

Overland travel in Africa
How has overland travel in Africa evolved over the decades? We chat with two pioneers in the Africa overlanding industry, Ken Hill and Vivian McCarthy, to find out what’s changed. And, in some cases how the adventure has stayed the same.

Endangered Black Rhino
Gerry Zambonini (link)
On African Safaris you may be lucky enough to spot these 10 endangered animals, roaming freely. Get the facts about these endangered African wildlife species, find the best places to see them and see how you can help to ensure their survival!

Overlanding Africa vehicle
Besides the obvious of traveling through Africa in a big safari truck... What makes Africa Overland Tours special and different from other Budget African Safaris and holiday packages?

Animal tracks app graphic
These 7 best travel apps for safaris in Africa help you get the most out of your wildlife experience in Africa. The best mobile apps help you to identify and understand the animals, birds and plants you encounter on your African safari, some even where there is no internet connection.

Bird on a flower
by Simon Caminada on Unsplash (link)
This blog, the second in our three-part series on things to do in Cape Town, lists just some of the incredible offerings the Mother City has for both locals and visitors in and around the CBD to appreciate nature.

Childrens safari kid with elephant
African safaris with kids can be hugely rewarding and easier than you think. Our recent budget Kruger family safari turned out to be the trip of a lifetime for all. See what an African safari with children entails and get some great tips for the best family safari experience!

Camps Bay
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This blog, the first in our three-part series on things to do in Cape Town, lists just some of the incredible offerings the Mother City has for both locals and visitors in and around the CBD.

Victoria Falls activities
Steve Jurvetson (link)
Choosing the best adventure activities at Victoria Falls can be tough given the plethora of options. Here are 10 of the top things to do at Vic Falls with short videos of these adrenalin pumping and laid-back adventures.

Colobus Monkey, Nairobi National Park
Gopal Vijayaraghavan (link)
Travellers on safari in Kenya usually fly into its bustling capital, Nairobi, and fly out from there, too. Here we list some of the fabulous activities and top things to do in Nairobi, before and after your East African safari adventure. 

Migration on the Plain
To see the Great Migration in Africa at its best, takes some planning. In this blog, we explain the ‘hows, whens, wheres and whys’ of the Great Migration in Tanzania and Kenya. Let's help you plan your ultimate migration safari in Serengeti or Masai Mara!

Mountain gorilla and baby
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There are now over 1000 African mountain gorillas living in the wild (2018). That's an increase of 25% in the total population of mountain gorillas found in central Africa since 2010!

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