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These travel blogs across Africa and India offer the opportunity to get motivated, gain insights, expand your knowledge.

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Travel Blogs Across Africa and India

African authors

5 African Authors to Add to Your Reading List

Whether you’ve got your African holiday booked or not, the literary canon of African literature is vast and well worth reading into.

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Exploring the Power of a Wellness Safari

Discover the power of wellness on safari: Experience rejuvenating spa retreats while connecting to nature at these wellness safari lodges.

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flamingos on lake bogoria

Finding Flamingos in Kenya

Discover the beauty of flamingos in Kenya. Learn when & where to see these vibrant birds as well as the best lakes and lodges to visit.

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Solitary Lion in Namibia

Big 5, little 5, ugly 5, shy 5 and impossible 5

Not just the Big 5, did you know that there is a Little 5, Ugly 5, Shy 5 and Impossible 5? Find out where you have the best chance to see them.

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Lamu Island sailing boat

Discover Kenya’s Hidden Gem: Lamu Island

Discover the stunning island of Lamu, and immerse yourself in Swahili culture, breathtaking scenery, and a wide range of activities.

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Friendly Roan Antelope in Eswatini

Friendly Roan Antelope in Eswatini

Sometimes wildlife can simply get much closer than expected, like this friendly roan antelope in Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Eswatini, Africa.

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Wildebeest Migration Crossing the River

The Spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration

Experience the amazing natural wonder of the Great Wildebeest Migration. Find out when and where to witness this incredible phenomenon.

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Vast Namib Desert in Namibia

Walking in the Namib Desert

Walking solo in the Namib Desert. “Have you got water with you?” “Yes” I replied. “OK.” I smiled. I waited for a briefing for my hike.

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Lewa Safari Camp, Game Drive

Lewa Conservancy: Haven for Wildlife Conservation

A wildlife sanctuary in Kenya with a mission to conserve and protect wildlife and their habitat through community-based initiatives.

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elephants at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

The Elephant Rescuers – Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

Read all about how the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is the world’s most successful orphaned elephant rescue, rehabilitation and release program.

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travel using a tour operator

6 Reasons to Use a Tour Operator

We are journeying into unchartered territory since COVID, travel is a bit trickier. Here are 6 reasons why you should use a reputable tour operator.

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slow loris looking

The Remarkable Slow Loris

The slow loris is one of 10 smallest primates in the world. They are the only venomous primate in the world. Learn more about this creature.

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suggested reading

AFRICA

Ladies Detection Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
When the Lion Feeds by Wilbur Smith
Book about African Wildlife
House of Stone by Christina Lamb
Sense Africa Five Ways by Jenny Bowen

indiA

Kim by Budyard Kipling
A Passage to India Book
A Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth
India after Gandhi by Ramachandra Guha
India's Unending Journey by Mark Tully

recommended travel guides

The Wildlife of Southern Africa by Vincent Carruthers - Travel Blogs

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My first trip to Africa has been a truly wonderful experience, thanks for your amazing local knowledge.

Suzie Delaney

The meticulous planning and organisation gently guided us to places well worth visiting. It ultimately fulfilled our wish for a great relaxing holiday.

Brian O’Boyle

During our journeys your infectious enthusiasm, and specialist knowledge illustrated Sense Africa is pertinently named as our senses are still buzzing from our experiences.

Dave Thomas