The visual delights of Africa are unrivalled anywhere else in the world. Nowhere else can you observe the majestic beauty of a leopard lazily perched on a branch, or the silhouette of a long-necked giraffe against an orange African sky, or if you're lucky, the vivid red of fresh blood on a lion's face while feasting on its kill. Most of these memories will imprint themselves in your mind forever but to truly savour them, as well as share them, many travellers take their cameras along to capture the moment. And while amateur photographers may have varying levels of skill, here are some top tips and techniques specific to African wildlife and landscape photography. Click on the link to download our Safari Photography Tips PDF.

WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER CONSERVANCIES

Africa's vast National Parks are wondrous places to experience animals in the wild. Visitors flock from around the world to search for the Big Five and are often equally impressed by the rest of the flora and fauna on offer. A recent trend on the rise, is the establishment of private conservancies around the borders of these big parks. A conservancy can provide a more exclusive experience while still providing the thrilling wildlife viewings that draw visitors to the continent. Conservancies are often less crowded than the popular national parks, especially during the high season. Being privately owned, there is more freedom to drive off-road and get a better vantage point. Many conservancies also offer nighttime game drives, which allows travellers to see the bush in a completely different light. Read more to find out about the unique benefits of visiting a conservancy.

OUR UPCOMING FAM TRIPS

We have some amazing Familiarisation trips coming up in 2018. A fam trip is an excellent way for agents to experience for themselves the product they sell to their clients. But it's not all work and no play! It's also a chance to meet other industry partners and have a bit of holiday. We've selected some must-see destinations that will empower agents with a sense of confidence when it comes to recommending the perfect African holiday. Please see our destinations and dates below:

• Zimbabwe & Botswana: 21 - 27 April. View Itinerary
• Madagascar: 21 - 28 April.  View Itinerary

UPDATE: NEW ACCOMMODATION FOR 2018 SOUTHERN AFRICA PRE AND POST TOUR ACCOMMODATION

Please note Klein Windhoek Guest House has been added as a new accommodation option in Windhoek should Terra Africa not be available. Note, we encourage clients to book the business rooms instead of the standard rooms. 

NB: UPDATE TO SOUTHERN AFRICA PRE AND POST RATE SHEETS

Please note the following amendments with regards to the Southern African pre and post tour rate sheets:

• Rate availability at The Townhouse Hotel in high season.  
• Option for airport transfer from Livingstone (Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport) to Victoria Falls hotels has been added.

Kindly download the amended rate sheets from our agent portal.

TRAVEL NEWS

• Africa aims for cheaper air travel with free market launch

• South Africa is the number one adventure destination for the year

• Kenya Airways to launch direct CPT service

• Zimbabwe to relax visa regime in a bid grow tourism