Home to the highest sand dunes in the world, huge plains and rugged mountains – Namibia is an incredibly beautiful and unique part of Africa. The endless stark deserts and blue skies provide a backdrop for an unusually dry and harsh environment, but the wildlife here have adapted and learnt to cope with living in […]
Ethiopia is a landlocked country with a unique combination of culture, wildlife, history and nature. From lush highlands to the arid deserts and everything in between, the natural beauty of this African country will leave you speechless. Ethiopia has recently become of more interest to travellers, especially those that are returning to Africa for their […]
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid, by Liv Bohn. You’ve decided you want to travel more this year (good on you), but you’re struggling to choose your next destination. Surely there’s an easier way than trawling through endless travel mags and guidebooks for the answers, right? That’s where our ultimate month-by-month travel […]
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre SA team member Adriana. Picture perfect sunsets. Incredible wildlife. Breathtaking scenery. Friendly local people. Everything about Africa makes you want to keep returning for years to come! I recently embarked on my first trip to Africa and it was one of the best adventures I have ever had! I decided […]
Our team member Louise recently embarked on a trip in Kenya with the experts at African Wildlife Safaris. She was fortunate enough to check out some of the amazing luxury accommodation in the region and has put together a guide for us below. You can find out more about travel to Kenya by reading our […]
In travel we use the words ‘life-changing’ quite a bit, and it’s true, most new destinations you visit will give you a unique experience or learning that you take with you into your life. However, trekking in the African rainforest to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is a life-changing travel experience that you […]
Kenya. A country in East Africa known for its wildlife, diverse landscapes and incredible people and culture. There is so much to see and experience in Kenya, it is a great addition to any African itinerary (or a great stand-alone destination). We sat down with Michael from African Wildlife Safaris, who has recently visited Kenya, […]
The world is home to some incredible animals – and there is nothing more amazing than being able to see these creatures up close in their natural habitat! We are pretty fortunate to have access to a range of experiences which allow us as travellers to see animals in the wild and learn about them […]
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre Team Member Louise. Nestled between the borders of Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Namibia and Botswana lays a wildlife lovers dream! This lesser visited region in South Africa is home to many parks and safari areas and an abundance of diverse wildlife. I recently embarked on […]
Original blog post featured on Peregrine Wanderer, by Jenny Gray. One of the biggest draw cards to visiting East Africa is of course the chance to see the greatest wildlife show on earth: the annual Wildebeest Migration. But when is the best time to see it? And where? And what can you actually expect to […]
Original blog published on The Journal by Intrepid, by Justin Meneguzzi. We all know the world’s a pretty big place, but there are times on the road when the penny drops and you realise just how incredible this pale blue dot really is. These are the moments we live for as travelers – finding those […]
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Rebecca Shapiro. Morocco is simply mesmerizing. It’s a country we could explore for months and never tire of. How could you, when it encompasses the vastness of the Sahara, the most ancient medinas, countless epic mountain ranges, and more? And that’s without even taking […]
Are you looking for something extra to make your stay in a destination that little bit more authentic? As travellers we often want to immerse ourselves in a new destination, whether it’s by meeting the local people, trying traditional food and drinks, exploring significant sites or learning about their history and culture. If you’re on […]
The words ‘African safari’ conjure up images of trumpeting elephants, impalas mid-leap and open-topped four-wheel drives hurtling down dusty roads. Heading into the wilds on a guided safari is one of the most exciting and memorable experiences a traveller can have. That first sight of a giraffe emerging from the bushes or a pride of […]
A mountain gorilla trek often comes second on travel Bucket Lists to a classic Big 5 game drive in Kruger or Serengeti National Park. Which is understandable – getting to the gorillas takes more effort, more time and more expense than a traditional safari. But you know what they say: you get what you pay for. […]
It’s hit the news, the twitter feeds and the facebook pages. Heads are down and phones are up . Pokémon Go has taken Australia by storm, encouraging smart-phone users to explore their neighbourhoods and capture, train and battle virtual Pokémon. Now, Geckos Adventures is taking the game to a whole new level, offering the ultimate […]
Phinda Game Reserve is approx. 3-4 hours north of Durban in South Africa. Set within easy reach of the Indian Ocean coastline and the famous iSimangaliso / Greater St Lucia Wetland Park in northern KwaZulu-Natal, &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve is known for its abundant wildlife, diversity of habitats and wide range of safari activities. Why […]
I recently spent 2 nights at the Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge in Pilanesburg National Park. Staying at Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge includes 2 game drives per day (early morning & late afternoon). On our game drives I saw: Zebra Lions Leopard Hippo Giraffe Wilder beast Elephants White Rhino Mongoose Dung beetle Warthog Impala Baboon Jackel […]
It’s that time of year again, folks. Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel for 2016 list is hot off the press. As travellers and professional where-to-next-ers, we look forward to this thing every year. It’s a much better way to pick our next adventure than what we normally do: throw darts at a revolving globe, which is not very helpful and […]
Africa Travel Tours & Safaris A holiday to Africa is not something you do every day. Where do you start? The continent is so large – how do you decide where to go! We’re here to help take the stress out of planning your Africa Adventure holiday. Our in-house specialist, Bronny Tudor, has taken a […]
2 years is a long time, but some things never change. And that is exactly how I sum up my recent sojourn in southern Africa. In March 2013 I travelled to Zimbabwe and Botswana, specifically Victoria Falls and Chobe national park, and in April 2015 I travelled back. I stayed at the same accommodation and […]
