Back in 2019 we introduced our first ‘’Winter Offer’’, which was went down very well. So since then we have launched three more offers to entice you to think out of the box. In fact now, three of the four Offers highlighted here are available for many more months than just winter. We’ve now updated these offers for 2023. Note: Winter is our Southern Hemisphere winter so typically May to September ..read more

Thinking of going to Botswana? This African gem is a year-round safari destination, so the ‘best time to visit Botswana’ really depends on what you want to do and see. Do you want to be able to spot a multitude of wildlife gathered around a scarce water source without much effort? Or are you not too phased by potential rain and would love to see new-born animals in the lush green grass? Whichever you prefer, it is worth noting the monthly changes in weather and the effect this has on the country’s wildlife. For this reason, we have detailed the dry and wet season, and what each time of the y ..read more

This article was long overdue a post-Covid update! A lot has changed since we last did a comparison of price booking with us, versus booking direct, back in early 2020. (Understatement of the Year!) When we first did this comparison, a few years ago, it was a real eye-opener for me because I had almost bought into the notion that we may not always be competitive. I was wrong. We took two typical Cedarberg Africa itineraries (4 star & 5 star). First we checked out what you would pay if you were booking direct. Either via one of the Online Travel Agents like Booking.com or the hot ..read more

As you may have realized, South Africa has had a bumper tourism season. It’s increasingly difficult to find accommodation in South Africa for our clients. This is due to a number of factors: The relative weakness of the Rand effectively meaning that South Africa is offering excellent value for money The perceived threat of terror attacks in some other traditional destinations And of course…the world finally realizing what an amazing destination we are! But South Africa is a relatively small destination in terms of beds compared to bed night-giants of France or Italy. At some point (now!), th ..read more

One of the things that Safari Tour Operators are not always very good at is getting our clients to travel with us over and over again. But we should because there are so many new (and amazing) destinations for second time visitors. So let’s look at some great new options: Within South Africa Venturing across the border into some neighbouring countries Brand new destinations ..read more

Our clients often ask us about the best places to eat on their stay in the Winelands. And we’ve certainly got that taped – see our complimentary guide below. But more often than not, what they really want us to recommend is restaurants with a stunning view! Why stare at the walls when you could look out over fields of vineyards and the towering mountains of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek? The Winelands are home to some of South Africa‘s top restaurants, and for good reason. The choices are plentiful, and the variety is diverse and simply… delicious. That’s why we’ve put together a list of som ..read more

So you’ve arrived at your rather expensive game lodge and you are keenly awaiting your first game drive. What can YOU do to ensure that you have the best possible game drive experience?  1) Understand how a game drive works Some people like to live in suspense and take life as it comes. If that’s you, you can skip this part! Others get more from an experience if they understand how it works… Broadly speaking private game lodges offer open vehicle game drives with anything from 4-6 people (at the most expensive lodges) up to 10 people on a game vehicle, usually somewhere in between. Ther ..read more

The beautiful beaches of the Seychelles … If your idea of paradise is a really pretty beach, then you’re in good company. It’s a widely held belief that Praslin in the Seychelles was the original ‘Garden of Eden’. Given that the Seychelles is composed of 115 tiny islands, there is probably more shoreline in this country than most. And a lot of it is just perfect natural beauty. So which are the best beaches in the Seychelles? This is a hotly disputed topic. The beaches and Islands: One of many notable beaches is Anse Intendance on the largest island of Mahé. It’s wide with fine powder sand an ..read more

Beyond the Mountains:  Places to visit the vast grandeur of South Africa without undertaking a ‘groot trek’ all of your own. Let’s face it, for many of us the idea of venturing off into the vast unknown is an attractive daydream. However having been couped up at home, the idea of no people, no hassle, no traffic – just wide open vistas and gaping silence – may be intensely appealing! With the sense of tranquility and peace that naturally goes with it. But then reality sets in. You are planning a holiday to South Africa and there are several places that you want to see. You may have a few ..read more

A Madagascar tour or safari is a unique experience – even within the contact of a myriad of memorable experiences in Africa. Over the years we’ve noticed that there are some common misconceptions about Madagascar which I’ll address in this article. Madagascar is not for everyone. If you really like good quality accommodation, expect a holiday to unfold exactly as the brochure says and have difficulty coping with change, then perhaps a Madagascar tour is not for you. However if you have a spirit of adventure. Welcome the unexpected, and are willing to accept some irritations and rustic conditi ..read more