A Special Newsletter from our friends at Sanctuary Lodges: Moments like these are so special that Abdul, the head guide at Sanctuary Olonana in the Masai Mara, just had to share this story… “One unforgettable incident was where a mother wildebeest and her calf struggled across the river. With the strong current the mother got separated from her calf and…
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UPDATE from UNESCO: Proposed Road Through the Northern Serengeti
CLICK HERE to view our Call To Action newsletter regarding the proposed road in Tanzania through the Northern Serengeti. Thanks to those of you that sent letters! The state of conservation of Serengeti National Park was examined at the 34th Session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in Brasilia, in July 2010, and the Committee expressed its utmost concern about…
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Stephen Frink Photography – Zambia and Botswana Safari
Photographer Stephen Frink’s blog from his latest EXPLORE African Safari to Botswana and Zambia (http://stephenfrink.blogspot.com/2010/08/african-safari-zambia-and-botswana.html): Click here to see the photographs of Stephen Frink’s daughter, Alexa (http://stephenfrink.blogspot.com/2010/07/alexa-shoots-africa.html): I’ve recently come home from an extraordinarily productive photo tour, on safari in Southern Africa, Zambia and Botswana specifically. Organized by our friends at Explore Africa, https://www.exploreinc.com, this tour began at Lion Camp…
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South Africa ties Mexico in the 2010 FIFA World Cup Opening Match
Go Bafana Bafana! South Africa, hosts of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, score first in the opening match against Mexico. Despite their low international ranking and low expectations from the experts, South Africa came alive in the second half and very close to pulling off the win… Breaking News article from 24News in Johannesburg: THRILLER ENDS IN A DRAW Johannesburg…
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Mfuwe Lodge Reopens after Refurbishment
We are excited to inform you that Mfuwe Lodge, situated in the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia, reopened to guests on the 1st of May, with a brand new look, after a major upgrade and refurbishment. Whilst the essential structure and design of the lodge remains the same considerable changes have been made to decor, furnishings, lighting and all…
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Malaria?… Yellow Fever?… What are they?
You’ve probably heard about malaria and yellow fever in Africa, but for many people, that is as far as their knowledge about these diseases goes. Since both of these diseases are prevalent in Africa, we thought we’d give you a little more information. Malaria is caused by a parasite that is transmitted from one human to another by the bite…
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The Brand New Zambezi Queen
I must admit, life doesn’t get much better than relaxing and being pampered aboard a 5-star cruise boat… unless of course you are in the midst of Africa’s most beautiful ecosystem cruising the Chobe River. Bordered by Botswana and Namibia, the Chobe is home to the largest concentration of elephants on earth and a huge diversity of other wildlife from…
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Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
Mountain gorillas are massive, shy, majestic and so human-like it is almost beyond belief. Since the 1970s when the now famous primatologist Dian Fossey brought the horrible plight of gorillas into the mainstream, these amazing animals have held a special place in the imagination of many. With only about 700 mountain gorillas remaining, seeing these creatures in person is truly…
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Rains Return to Kenya
The rains have finally returned to parched Kenya bringing welcome relief for this country that has suffered more than a year of devastating drought. Tens of thousands of animals, including livestock, elephant, hippo and antelope have perished and millions of people forced to rely on food aid as the rains failed and suns dried up what little water was left…
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Holiday Travel in Africa – 2010 is filling fast!
Want to go to Africa for the holidays? Go somewhere warmer? This is a great time to visit but be aware lodges are filling up for 2010. Email us if you’d like more information – info@exploreinc.com – we’d love to help you plan your holiday! THE GREAT MIGRATION Have you always wanted to see Africa’s Great Migration, one of the…
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