Budget African Safari Blog

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? Read on

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. Read on

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. Read on

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! Read on

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. Read on

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. Read on

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.  Read on

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! Read on

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! Read on

Uncover why our scenic Kruger National Park, Eswatini & Mozambique Lodge Safari is the ideal trip for families. Our travel expert Bronwyn Lewis tells us about her unforgettable family holiday in Southern Africa last summer, revealing why this African bush, beach and culture trip is such a family favourite. Read on

You’ve decided it’s time for an adventure through Africa and are looking into overlanding. In this blog will explain everything you’ll need to know before you book your trip, and what our favourite routes are. Read on

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (and Ngorongoro Crater) is relatively small in size, yet packs a big punch with its high concentrations of wildlife, Big 5 safaris and breathtaking scenery. Ngorongoro also happens to be the closest game park to Serengeti, so it's easy to combine them for the best Tanzania Budget Safari. Read on

Botswana is a country I fell in love with and will return to year after year. It is one of the few destinations in Southern Africa where you can truly have a remote wilderness experience. See what makes Botswana my favourite and prepare to fall in love too. Read on

Kenya's Ol Pejeta Conservancy is an outstanding wildlife gem - home to the last two northern white rhinos on the planet, East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary, the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees and more! Read on

So you’ve decided to take that once-in-a-lifetime trip to see the critically endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. But where is the best place to go? See the pros and cons of Gorilla Trekking Uganda vs Rwanda in this blog. Read on

While traditionally safaris in Zambia have been more exclusive and tended toward the high end in terms of cost, this wonderfully untamed country has opened up to the budget safari traveller. In this blog we divulge the safari secrets of this incredible safari destination. Read on

The Garden Route, South Africa’s little slice of Eden, is open for business. Whether you are an adventure seeker, a day-time rambler or just a regular traveller, the Garden Route has AMAZING options for everyone. Lars Isaak recently hooked up with African Budget Safaris and made a pretty awesome video... Read on

Elephants walking only a hair’s breadth away from your vehicle, penguins floundering on the beach, gorillas sitting damply in a green-jungle cloud. There is a reason that travel to Africa is on just about everyone’s bucket list. Many of these endangered African animals are shy and rarely sighted. Luckily here in Southern Africa, we have a network of wildlife conservationists working, not only to keep these animals alive but thriving. To help you navigate our pristine wilderness, here’s a list of some of the endangered animals in Africa and the best places to see them. Read on

Pristine, palm-fringed Indian Ocean beaches, rain forests, lemurs, chameleons and baobab trees: Madagascar offers visitors an unspoilt and vastly varied paradise. Read on

The excitement and rush of your wedding is over and now it’s time to relax with your new spouse and enjoy your honeymoon. What better choice of honeymoon package than a safari in Africa, with its huge skies, incredible game viewing and spectacular scenery? Read on