10 Top Tips When Planning the Perfect Safari

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Planning a safari is a dream for many, but turning that dream into reality requires careful consideration and preparation. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or embarking on your first adventure into the wild, here are ten essential tips to ensure your safari experience is everything you’ve imagined and more. 1. Time of Year Throughout Africa … Read more

Safari at Christmas : Amazing Special Offers

A Christmas Safari : Special Offers

Christmas in Africa is a wonderful experience for all, whether you are travelling alone, as a couple or with family. Usually, prices are at their peak but there are some wonderful special offers available, providing the perfect opportunity for that longed for Christmas holiday.   Mashatu Game Reserve Located in the northern Tuli Block of … Read more

Meet Ganders Travel : Summer Events 2024

Meet Ganders Travel : Summer 2024

The Ganders Travel team is looking forward to exhibiting at the events detailed below. It is always lovely to meet our clients whether you have travelled with us before or plan to in the future, so please do come and say hello if you are visiting. If you are not planning to attend any of … Read more

Ganders Travel : 12 Questions for Lucinda

Ganders Travel : Lucinda

Ganders Travel Managing Director, Lucinda, has spent many happy hours on safari and the beaches of the Indian Ocean. We asked her a series of questions to get to know her, and her passion for travel in Africa. Where does your passion for Africa and safaris come from? Nearly 20 years ago I volunteered for … Read more

Wildlife Photography : Auto Focus Top Tips

Auto Focus for Wildlife Photography

Wildlife photographer Felix Rome continues his blog series with a deep dive into auto focus settings for wildlife photography. Getting into technical detail about the settings themselves, Felix also gives an insight as to how and when to use the various settings described to achieve the best results in your photographs. There are endless ways … Read more

Hosted Photographic Safari with Felix Rome

Hosted photographic safari with Felix Rome

A wonderful opportunity to join wildlife photographer Felix Rome on a hosted photographic safari to Botswana in January 2025. A rising star in the world of wildlife photography, Felix has spent a decade honing his skills in both Africa and British Colombia, Canada. A photography guide in the Masai Mara, in Kenya, Felix will offer … Read more

Family safari in October, 4 great countries to consider

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A family safari is a rich and rewarding holiday, with something for everyone across Africa. While the summer, Easter and Christmas holidays might be obvious choices, October half term is also an ideal time to enjoy a family safari. You’ll find excellent wildlife viewing and great weather, and some of the best countries for families … Read more

Honeymoon planning – 9 Essential Top Tips

Ganders Travel : Lucinda

A honeymoon to Africa and the Indian Ocean offers endless opportunities to experience new things as a couple, creating lasting memories. Endlessly romantic this part of the world lends itself to unforgettable honeymoons. Here are some tips when planning yours. Start your honeymoon with relaxationAfter the whirlwind of the wedding festivities it is well worth … Read more