News from our Members
Sent to all our members on a daily basis, below is a full collection of news stories from across the membership.
To submit a news story please Log In to your dashboard and go to "Submit News".
31 July 2018
End of UK exclusivity Bushtops Camps
Bushtops CampsBushtops would like to inform the trade that the UK exclusivity which has been in place for many years, will come to an end on 31.12.2018
Read More31 July 2018
Travel with Purpose with Wilderness Safaris – Children in the Wilderness
Wilderness SafarisIn celebration of its 35th year of travelling with Purpose, Wilderness Safaris is thrilled to offer six guests the opportunity to be part of a life-changing Children in the Wilderness (CITW) Eco-Club camp – specifically, this year’s Zimbabwe programme from 15 to 18 December 2018.
Read More31 July 2018
Pinnacle Safaris Launches New Website
Pinnacle Africa SafarisAs Pinnacle Safaris celebrates 10 years of magical journeys, the company is thrilled to launch a new website which not only enhances its digital and social media platforms but also encourages travellers to choose Pinnacle Africa for safaris, lodges and logistics in the remotest areas of Africa.
Read More30 July 2018
Partner with The Safari Store to give travellers the best experiences of Africa
In developing, manufacturing, and retailing safari clothing, luggage, and gear, The Safari Store is driven by a single purpose: to get travellers to visit Africa - over and over again – to live the wealth of experiences this extraordinary continent has to offer.
Read More27 July 2018
Soul of Tanzania appoints Mei Ling as Head of Marketing for the Asian Markets
Soul of Tanzania, in its constant pursue to reach higher results in the Asian Markets, particularly in China, has hired Mei Ling as head of Marketing for the Asian Markets.
Read More27 July 2018
Ndutu Safari Lodge launches new logo and website
Ndutu Safari LodgeAs Ndutu Safari Lodge continues to enjoy more than 50 years of exceptional wildlife viewing in the peace and tranquillity of Lake Ndutu and its surroundings, the lodge is delighted to launch a new website and logo which not only enhances its digital and social media platforms but also encourages travellers to choose Ndutu Safari Lodge as for exceptional year-round wildlife experiences.
Read More26 July 2018
Elephant’s Eye, Hwange – For Every Booking A Child Receives Free Education
HideawaysHideaways is committed to improving the lives of those living in the Dingani community close to our lodge Elephant’s Eye, Hwange, either through employment, supporting local businesses or through the various projects organized through the Grow Africa Foundation.
Read More26 July 2018
Download: Summary Of Changes To Jenman African Safaris Guided Group Tours For 2019
Jenman African SafarisNow that our 2019 brochure is ready we are excited to share with you what's new and what has been changed.
Read More26 July 2018
Tourvest East Africa appoints Warren Green & Associates as North American representative
Lemala Camps and LodgesIntegrated tourism group Tourvest has appointed Warren Green & Associates as the North American representative for its Accommodation and Activities division’s East African arm.
Read More25 July 2018
Livingstone Island Finally Has Her Own Website
Devil's Pool is the black dragon of the Tongabezi family. With a reputation for being an ultimate bucket list experience for thrill-seekers, this naturally occurring rock pool sits on the very edge of Victoria Falls and has become a rock star in Zambian adventure activities.
Read More25 July 2018
Art Of Safari Launches Business-Consulting Division, Art Of Safari | Consulting
Boutique safari specialist Art of Safari has extended its corporate profile to include a business-consulting division, Art of Safari | Consulting.
Read More25 July 2018
Sounds of Sasaab from The Safari Collection
The Safari CollectionFor many 'music speaks louder than words' as songs and sounds have the power to conjure up vivid memories or vibrant dreams.
Read More24 July 2018
Elewana's Wildlife Warrior Program takes on Digital Literacy Training
Elewana AfrikaThe Kenyan government distributed tablets, projectors, teacher’s digital devices (TDD) and content access point (CAP) to public primary schools across the country under the Digital Literacy Program.
Read More24 July 2018
Introducing Ultimate Safaris' Namibia Under Canvas Safari (Scheduled Departure)
Ultimate Safaris NamibiaUltimate Safaris is delighted to introduce our Namibia Under Canvas Safari (scheduled departure) which will begin in 2019.
Read More24 July 2018
Xigera to Undergo Major Rebuild and Reopen as a Premier Camp in 2019
Wilderness SafarisWilderness Safaris is excited to announce a major rebuild and reinvention of one of its original Okavango Delta camps – Xigera.
Read More23 July 2018
Wilderness Safaris and the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International Join Forces for Conservation
Wilderness SafarisWilderness Safaris and the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International have joined forces to expand Bisate’s pioneering reforestation programme in Rwanda with the creation of the new indigenous ‘Karisoke Forest’.
Read More23 July 2018
....And ''Football came Home'' to Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort Kenya
VoyagesAfriq Travel MediaThe Football World cup 2018 might have ended with France beating Croatia to win the trophy for the second time but the unique experience offered football fans by Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort, Kenya cannot be overemphasised.
Read More23 July 2018
The Mobile Walking Safaris now in full swing (Robin Pope Safaris)
Robin Pope SafarisThe Mobile Walking Safaris is open for another season and has started off with a bang.
Read More20 July 2018
Soul of Tanzania signature Hot Lunches: Sustainability and excellence hand in hand
When doing a safari, the lunch experience means, most of the times, cold lunch-boxes. Although tasty and energetic enough for a safari, they come with two problems: no glamour and too much plastic waste.
Read More20 July 2018
Finch Hattons announces new North America Trade Representation agency
Finch Hattons Luxury CampFinch Hattons Luxury Tented Camp is delighted to announce it be will joining the exclusive boutique Africa Collection at Index Select to act as their new North America Trade representation agency.
Read More20 July 2018
Kibran Tours to open up Eritrea programme
Kibran ToursThe last few weeks has been a really exciting time for Ethiopia and its neighbour Eritrea.
Read More19 July 2018
Elewana Tarangire Treetops provides essential toolkits to deter elephant crop raids
Elewana AfrikaOperating in some of the most biodiverse areas on the continent, the Elewana Collection willingly embraces its responsibility of protecting the wildlife in the surrounding habitats and working with local communities to ensure human wildlife conflict is reduced.
Read More19 July 2018
Safari Magazine - out now
KamageoThe latest edition of the industry's only trade publication is out now! Edition 34 of 'Safari' magazine is 76-pages brimming with news, reviews and informative articles. Published by Kamageo, it is available online (search Issu / Safari 34 or follow this link https://bit.ly/2Lxp5z6), whilst hard copies will be posted to over 500 individual UK Africa specialists next week.
Read More19 July 2018
Wilderness Safaris Launches New Website
Wilderness SafarisAs Wilderness Safaris celebrates 35 years of life-changing journeys, the company is thrilled to launch a new website that will not only enhance its digital platform, but encourage travellers to choose to travel with Purpose with Wilderness Safaris, and to explore some of Africa’s most diverse wildlife and wilderness areas.
Read More18 July 2018
Extraordinary 2018 Showcase
ExtraordinaryExtraordinary Showcases 2018 to be held in July in Johannesburg and Cape Town The popular annual roadshow organised by Extraordinary is off to a record number of attendees in both centres.
Read More18 July 2018
Print Magazines are Dead - Long Live the Magazine
Tourism TattlerThe “latest” Audit Bureau of Circulations of South Africa (ABC) figures for Q4 2017 contain few surprises with newspaper and magazine numbers declining over Q3 and over the prior year.
Read More18 July 2018
Sega Tours' B2B Online Booking System
Our revolutionary B2B online booking system is now 100% fully operational after one year's implementation.
Read More17 July 2018
Zambezi Truth: Behind the Scenes of Hand-Made Dhows on the Zambezi
HideawaysHave you heard about the new Hideaways experience that's on the horizon?
Read More17 July 2018
Itineraries That Inspire Bucket Lists – Jenman Select
Jenman African SafarisOur Jenman Select itineraries are now online! This collection of private custom safaris in the most exclusive areas of Southern Africa and Madagascar are curated to provide an unforgettable holiday for the discerning traveller.
Read More17 July 2018
Elewana Collection invests in training our Guides to the highest standards
Elewana AfrikaElewana Collection want to improve the standard of guiding across the industry and we are passionate about the people who work for us, we invest continuously in their development.
Read More16 July 2018
Mandela Day Pledge
Escape+ExploreMANDELA DAY 2018 “We're celebrating and supporting our awesome partners making a difference this Mandela Day. You could help to achieve a goal to feed 1200 children by clicking, donating and making a difference” — Ingram Casey
Read More16 July 2018
The Elewana Collection announce new UK Trade Representation agency
Elewana AfrikaThe Elewana Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of JG Black Book to serve as their new UK Trade Representation agency.
Read More16 July 2018
John Stevens Safaris has a new website
Africa offers countless iconic and unforgettable safari experiences and John Stevens Guided Safaris Africa can’t wait to introduce it all in a new and re-energised website.
Read More16 July 2018
Catching up with Kitich
Kitich opens for the seasons After closing for the annual long rains, Kitich is open and ready for another spectacular season! Emma Hedges and the team at camp have been busy getting everything ready for the start of the season.
Read More13 July 2018
Ruaha Balloon Safaris Now Operating
Serengeti Balloon SafarisRuaha Balloon Safaris is delighted to announce that we are now fully operational.
Read More13 July 2018
Safari Clothing, Luggage, and Gear Expedition-Tested to be Tough
Every item available from The Safari Store has been expedition-tested under extreme African conditions to ensure we can vouch for quality off the back of real experience.
Read More13 July 2018
A new era is dawning at Dulini River Lodge
The Dulini CollectionDulini River Lodge has been reimagined to encompass an elegant and understated camp that exudes a discreet sophistication with a refreshing joie de vivre.
Read More13 July 2018
Travel with Purpose with Wilderness Safaris – Mega-moves of Megafauna
Wilderness SafarisWilderness Safaris’ next Travel with Purpose journey is set to take place in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park and will offer guests the exclusive opportunity to witness the Park’s conservation initiatives, which include taking part in the darting process of Rwanda’s newest residents:
Read More12 July 2018
The new Shamba project in Amboseli that will have a lasting impact on the Community
Elewana AfrikaElewana Collection is continuously working with the communities in the areas we operate, striving to improve the standards of living for those who reside nearby through our charitable arm, Land & Life Foundation.
Read More12 July 2018
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 45 Years In London
Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlines held an anniversary dinner last week at London’s Syon Park, right under the airlines flight path from Heathrow, to celebrate 45 years of operating from the UK.
Read More12 July 2018
Acacia Africa Promotes Namibia As Part Of Its Africa Wanderlust Campaign
Acacia Africa operates a variety of tours across Southern and East Africa including multi-country camping and accommodated overland safaris, small group tours, city breaks and beach stays and short treks and safaris.
Read More11 July 2018
Ethiopian Airlines Airplane Lands in Asmara after 20 years
Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlines is very pleased to land in Asmara, neighbouring Eritrea, in VVIP flight led by H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
Read More11 July 2018
A new, improved Travel Insurance Policy by JW Seagon
J W Seagon and Co Insurance BrokersJWS Travel - Why dress it up any more? It is a JWS unique scheme and it covers Travel, hence, JWS Travel! In conjunction with our good friends at ICEA Lion and Lloyds of London we have developed our own scheme, that combines extensive benefits and limits, including $5m Medical/Repatriation cover and up to $25,000 Cancellation/Curtailment cover, all at UK rates.
Read More11 July 2018
The Private Hide gets a new Pool
The Hide SafarisThe Private Hide located on the far side of camp at The Hide recently received a brand new swimming pool. This exclusive use option consists of an open dining and lounge area now complete with a raised private swimming pool and new fire pit for guests to enjoy.
Read More10 July 2018
The Safari Collection partners with MEAK for our 5th eye surgery mission
The Safari CollectionIn May this year, The Safari Collection held its fifth annual eye clinic that took place at The Mary Immaculate Hospital in Nyeri, Central Kenya. During this time, a team of experienced Kenyan doctors from the UK based charity, ‘Medical and Education Aid to Kenya’ (MEAK), with the help of our Solio Lodge staff, treated 1138 patients and performed exactly 100 life-changing surgeries for members of the local community.
Read More10 July 2018
Lewa-Borana Game Count safari goes ahead to bring guests closer to conservation in Kenya
The Safari and Conservation CompanyThe Safari & Conservation Company is proud to be working together with dedicated conservation organisations and luxury lodges across Kenya to bring like-minded and interested guests to learn more about conservation efforts to protect wildlife and landscapes across Kenya, as well as giving guests exclusive access to the Lewa-Borana Game Count.
Read More10 July 2018
Gary & Simon Highlight East Africa At Experience Africa By Atta
Cheli & Peacock Safaris (DMC)Cheli & Peacock Safaris East Africa is excited to announce that Simon Beck, a passionate relationship ambassador in the travel industry, will now be representing Cheli & Peacock Safaris in UK & Ireland. Gary Segal, CEO of Cheli & Peacock Safaris and Simon recently attended Experience Africa by ATTA in London, sharing all of the exciting developments and sensational safaris that we have planned.
Read More09 July 2018
St Helena Festival of Running 2018
St Helena TourismSt Helena will be hosting its 10th Festival of Running from 04 - 10 November 2018. Come along and challenge possibly the hardest marathon in the world which travels through 5 of the island's 7 districts, a half marathon and fun runs; the Jacob's Ladder Challenge with 699 steps; a triathlon, and trail run from the island's capital in the valley to the highest peak, measuring 823m above sea level.
Read More09 July 2018
LLake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa to Launch a Full 18 Hole Golf Course In October
Serena HotelsLake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, Uganda is set to complete the second 9 holes to make it an 18-hole golf course by October 2018. This one of a kind golf course in Uganda has been designed by Golf Plan USA under the guidance of the Principal Architect - Kevin Ramsey and boasts of sweeping views of Lake Victoria. Its unique features include a finishing hole with an Island green and is the first golf course in Uganda to have bent grass.
Read More09 July 2018
Wilderness Safaris Botswana Launches Biodiversity Survey Week
Wilderness SafarisWith the arrival of the Okavango Delta’s annual inundation, Wilderness Safaris is running a Biodiversity Survey Week on its private concessions in Botswana from 2 to 7 July 2018. During this time, camp managers and guides are charged with completing at least one drive per camp per day, to record the location and number of any of Botswana’s 20 Birds of Concern that they spot.
Read More06 July 2018
An African Anthology Introduces Saguni Safari Lodge
An African AnthologyAn African Anthology in conjunction with Africa Wild Lodges & Safaris is delighted to announce the opening of Saguni Safari Lodge in the Khwai Conservancy bordering the Moremi Game Reserve which forms part of the Okavango Delta on 01 August 2018.
Read More06 July 2018
Safari Plan – Bigger, better and stronger!
J W Seagon and Co Insurance BrokersFollowing the recent transfer of our unique and exclusive Safari Plan Healthcare scheme to CIGNA, it appears that certain sectors in our industry are either misinformed or have just picked up the wrong end of the stick. We have heard suggestions that Safari Plan is no more, that the jurisdictions have changed and all sorts of inaccurate comments.
Read More06 July 2018
Sanctuary Swala, Transformed
Sanctuary RetreatsExtraordinary moments await in an exclusive area of Tarangire. Dine in the shade of ancient Baobab trees, sip expertly crafted gin cocktails overlooking a busy waterhole and rest in spacious canvas pavilions with 180° views of the unfurling savannah.
Read More05 July 2018
Nomad Tanzania Camp Updates
Nomad Tanzania - CampsOur Ops team have been a busy bunch this closed season. We've now unzipped the tents, rolled back the canvas and poured the first gin and tonics. The new season is well underway, and we're as chuffed as a honey badger in a camp kitchen to be home.
Read More05 July 2018
2019 is around the corner
Robin Pope SafarisOur 2019 property rates are now available, and your applicable net rates can be downloaded off our agents page. We have frozen most of our rates into 2019, where we have adjusted rates a minimal increase of no more than 8% has been applied.
Read More05 July 2018
Natural Selection opens two new camps in remote, northwestern Namibia
Natural SelectionNatural Selection have opened their first properties in Namibia. Hoanib Valley Camp and Shipwreck Lodge are situated in the rugged and remote northwestern region of the country and both opened in June 2018. Combining the two camps offers safari goers an in-depth experience in one of the most startling landscapes on the continent, far from the normal tourist track.
Read More04 July 2018
Passport Requirements For Entry / Departure Clearance - Rwanda
Coastal AviationGreetings partner, The Coastal team would like to ask your assistance with regards to passengers traveling to/from/via Rwanda. All passengers flying into/out of Rwanda on Coastal are required by the authorities to provide passport copies for each passenger traveling.
Read More04 July 2018
Updates from Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp
Elewana AfrikaElewana Serengeti Migration Camp will have some refurbishment done over the coming months; all the tents are to have new hyrax proof flysheets. As cute as these little creatures are, they enjoy the shelter provided between tent and flysheet; we’d like to persuade them to take their rest elsewhere.
Read More04 July 2018
Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Tarangire is open for business
Lemala Camps and LodgesLemala Camps, Lodges and Villas are delighted to announce that their opening of 1st July for Lemala Mpingo Ridge was on schedule and opened to rave reviews.
Read More03 July 2018
Pumulani turns 10
Robin Pope SafarisPumulani turns 10! This June marked Pumulani Lodge’s 10th anniversary! And what a wonderful ten years it has been. As Pumulani enters the double digits, we look back at a few fond memories and interesting facts over the decade:
Read More03 July 2018
Sacha Craig brings together Saruni & Lewa Wilderness
SaruniWe are thrilled to announce that Sacha Craig will be representing Saruni, the collection of lodges & camps in Kenya, alongside Lewa Wilderness from July 2018. This is an exciting collaboration which we hope will build a stronger relationship between Saruni and Lewa Wilderness, both proud, family-run safari operations.
Read More03 July 2018
News from Serena Hotels...
Ethos MarketingCheck out the latest news from Serena in East and Southern Africa here. Highlights include:
Read More02 July 2018
Another Absolutely Fabulous safety video from British Airways and Comic Relief
Iconic celebrities including Sir Michael Caine, Olivia Colman and Joanna Lumley have come together to create the second instalment of British Airways’ star-studded pre-flight safety video, which launches on board from July.
Read More02 July 2018
Asilia launches Asilia Adventures
Asilia AfricaAsilia has launched Asilia Adventures, a collection of 3 – 7-day packages offering intrepid travellers something truly unique, immersive and rich in experience as part of their Kenya or Tanzania safari. From walking expeditions to horse riding safaris, fly fishing and genuine cultural interaction, these mini expeditions show guests a side of East Africa that few have had the fortune to experience.
Read More02 July 2018
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Kampala Serena Hotel introduce a buy Back Policy for Plastic Hangers to cut back on Plastic
Serena HotelsJune 5 is marked by the United Nations as World Environment Day, a day set aside since 1974 to promote “worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environment.” This year’s theme was “beat plastic pollution.”
Read More