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Spotlight on Victoria Falls
This week we are taking a closer look at one of Africa’s most iconic sights- the Victoria Falls, also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya or the Cloud that Thunders. One of the most famous waterfalls in the world,...
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David Livingstone’s 200th anniversary
Today the 19th of March 2013 is the 200th Anniversary of the famous explorer David Livingstone’s Birthday and we wanted to mark the day as remembrance for this remarkable man. He was an unassuming...
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The Big Five Series – Our Five Favourite Waterfalls in Africa
Continuing on with our series looking at the Real Africa’s team’s favourite places this week we were all voting on our favourite waterfalls! It sounds a bit obscure at first but actually a stunning...
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Travel guide to Zimbabwe, the Land of the Falcons
After a decade of being off the safari map, Zimbabwe is back. Our consultant Lily, a frequent visitor there before the troubles, returns, keen to revisit one of her favourite countries. In her report...
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Guide to Victoria Falls: Best time to go, best places to visit and best...
On a recent visit to Zimbabwe, I spent a couple of days at Victoria Falls, visiting the main hotels we use, exploring the sights and seeing what other activities there is on offer. Day 1 We arrived 20...
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When’s the best time to see Victoria Falls and what is a Lunar Rainbow?
May to July is the best time to see Victoria Falls and the natural phenomenon, the Lunar Rainbow. As far as natural spectacles go, you’d be hard pressed to beat seeing Victoria Falls in full flood....
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How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites are there in Africa?
UNESCO (The United Nation’s Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) runs a programme to protect and maintain places that are extremely important either for conservation of the environment...
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Safaris with soul – it’s not just about seeing the Big Five anymore
Why do people go on safari? To see the wildlife of course. But things are changing in Africa. The sad reality is, that unless we act together the Big Five may well be a thing of the past. If any of you...
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Lily in Zimbabwe Part 1: Mana Pools
Good Friday, 18 April Departed Ulverston by train at 09h07 to Manchester Airport. Checked in (with luggage tagged to HRE via LHR and JNB) at Terminal 3 for Virgin ‘Little Red’ VS7650 to London...
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Scare Yourself Silly!
Are you an adrenalin junkie? Do you like challenging yourself in new situations? Do you like trying out new sports and exploring new places? Africa is full of amazing places for the thrill-seekers...
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Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park
Have you ever heard of a Peace Park? There are several in Africa but the biggest and most established is the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park in Southern Africa. This incredibly vast conservation area...
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Zimbabwe’s National Parks
Zimbabwe is one of Southern Africa’s undiscovered gems. It has an array of stunning scenery, pristine wilderness and incredible wildlife as well as warm, welcoming people. It is home to one of the...
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Ancient Africa And Where To Find It
Most people go to Southern and Eastern Africa for the wildlife and scenery but actually it is a fantastic destination for those looking for a bit of history. After all Africa is the cradle of...
View ArticleLily in Zimbabwe Part 2: Lake Kariba and Hwange
My first though; Lake Kariba is simply stunning with its islands and sandy shores. Flying to Kariba, just a 90 minute journey, saves the 468 kilometre, 5 hour road journey from Harare and is worth...
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Fishing Holidays in Africa
Did you know that fishing not football is the most popular pastime in the UK? No I didn’t either although my brother in law is a keen angler. Fishing holidays are also growing in popularity and Africa...
View ArticleVIDEO: The Flight of Angels, Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The massive Zambezi River falls over 108 metres (360 ft), with over 1,050 cubic metres of water per...
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Top 10 Wild Gifts for Christmas
There’re just 10 days to go till Christmas Day. Are you stuck for gift ideas? Here’s our Top 10 Wild Christmas gifts for that ‘hard to buy for’ person in your life. 1.Spend time with the relations –...
View ArticleThe 2019 wish-list: top five safari destinations to explore in 2019
Over the next few weeks we’ll focus on five different safari destinations worthy of making your 2019 wish-list. We’ll look at new camps, lodges and activities and give you ideas for amazing holidays in...
View ArticleVICTORIA FALLS AT HIGHEST LEVEL IN A DECADE
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, and the largest waterfall in the world based on height and width, Victoria Falls is situated on the Zambezi River at...
View ArticleA Guide to the Victoria Falls Rainforest Walk
Victoria Falls, between Zambia and Zimbabwe is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest curtain of falling water. The Zambezi River plunges 100m over a 1.7km wide series...
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