Still Up For A Safari?: The Animals Are On Us!

After the humiliating England defeat we thought Africa would be the last place on the planet for Three Lions’ fans; but it appears we were wrong.  In the last few days the phone has been ringing off the hook when it comes to overlanding, UK adventurers seeking solace in safaris. In fact, looking at this lot, we can safely say that any "FIFA fall out" will instantly be replaced by cruise camaraderie and animal attraction!  

Our trips are full of Aussies, Kiwis and Europeans, but the list is so long that we should probably stop there!  We'd like to add that the eclectic mix of nations will help any depressed football fan recover, so the Americans should take note.  

Let’s face it, even though you might hear the call of the vuvuzela in the Rainbow Nation’s cosmopolitan capital, when you’re out on the open savannah it’s game on, but only for the wildlife.  An otherworldly travel experience that not many other countries or continents can claim to match, wildlife viewing in Africa simply tops the list when it comes to breaking away from reality. Take a look at these guys and tell us we're wrong!

Of course, in South Africa, the Kruger National Park is still the main highlight, but now we’re in Annual Migration season, the first wildebeest tripping the light fantastic and heading across the plains in search of new pastures, Kenya may well be poised to take the number one spot.  So, whatever your nationality, if you’re up for it, go wild and check out this month’s mailer. Grab yourself a discount, enjoy the Seventh Wonder of the World and bag the Big Five in Africa’s Wildlife Capital! 

Looking for an added buzz?  Click through to Crazy About Kenya - an online campaign that's still very much alive and kicking! Then again, whatever you decide, the animals are on us:) 

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Our new logo encapsulates the heartbeat of Africa with the blazing African sun and the famous Acacia tree. The vivd yellows and reds are vibrant African colours that mirror our team and the tours we offer.

The catchy new slogan, "Extraordinary Adventures Everyday" is made up of three distinct words that invoke excitement, imagination and tantalizing travel...

Extraordinary - beyond the ordinary, opposite of normal

Adventures - exciting activity, journey

Everyday - day after day...

It's not simply a tour, it's a way of life.

We'll be sharing some more interesting insights from "Real Wanderers" so check back with us on FB for regular updates from Monday 11 January...

First up is Cathy May from Reading in the UK - a career breaker who took the plunge...

Real Wanderers: If you’re thinking of taking a career break why not follow Cathy from Reading.

At 33, Cathy set off on a nine month travelling stint, a world away from her time co-running a successful PR agency in London.

She felt her hectic lifestyle had taken its toll and was desperate to recharge her batteries so Cathy took the leap, even renting out her house and moving back in with her parents while she planned the trip.

She wanted to include Africa on her travels (omitted by many backpackers, especially women) and chose to kick off her round-the-world trip with an organised Acacia Africa overland tour.

Even if you’re not working for a large company that might offer a sabbatical, Cathy told us, “it’s worth the trip.”

Nearly three months into her travels, she agreed it was one of the best decisions she had ever made.

Why?

* The unfamiliar can give you a whole new perspective, whether you're visiting under privileged communities in Kenya, scrambling up sand dunes at dawn in Namibia or spotting whales and dolphins in South Africa.

* For her future employers, Cathy believes that a career break is an enhancement to anyone's CV. “I already know that I will return to home and be more than ready for my next challenge!”

Watch out for our regular updates on Cathy's 43-day Kenya to Cape Town overland tour – the first installment detailing her antics at Heathrow including, how breakfast buffets can help cure nerves and advice on getting an upgrade. Business Class anyone?!!!...

Where to pitch your tent in Africa?...

Most people dream about travelling to an exotic continent like Africa, and the main issue for adventurers is usually "where" to pitch the tent.  The choices are endless, but we can promise once you’ve set foot on either the plains of the Mara or the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, you’ll be hooked.  Our new blog, “Africa: Stuck On You” has been created as a virtual guide filled with daily tips, case studies and deals – helping you to pinpoint your dream spot on the continent.