Each year in Botswana the annual flood from the Angolan Highlands into the Okavango Delta is eagerly anticipated. Will it be a good flood year or not relies on the rain from the season before, and this year is an exceptional year. Following an amazing amount of rain in Southern Africa, including in Botswana and … Read more
A night under the stars in Africa is an experience like no other. Falling asleep under the African sky with the sounds of distant wildlife to lull you to sleep. The blend of adventure and comfort, with the fresh air and proximity to nature offer a unique addition to any African safari. Whether you would … Read more
The Great British Farm Fest is a brand-new festival taking place this weekend at the NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire. The line-up is set, the weather looks promising and Ganders Travel are excited to be attending – do please come and see us in Block / Location 14, stand 07.34. The festival promises to celebrate Britain’s … Read more
High season savings and offers are usually hard to come by, especially in the summer holidays. However, if you’re still looking for an amazing holiday this year, now is the time to book with a number of new special offers across Africa and the Indian Ocean available. We have rounded up the best of these … Read more
At Ganders Travel we love meeting our clients whether you have travelled with us before or plan to in the future. This summer we will be exhibiting at a number of events and please do come and say hello if you are visiting. If you are not planning to attend any of these, but would … Read more
Our hobbies and interests tend to fill the spare time we have. A way to relax and enjoy time with friends and family, or on a solo endeavour, these activities are as varied as they are interesting. Instead of leaving your hobby behind – be it riding, walking, photography, cycling, bird watching, drinking delicious wine … Read more
We’ve some great safari specials to light up December’s grey days. Whether you are a safari first timer or seasoned veteran there’s something here to suit everyone across some of Africa’s finest national parks and wildlife reserves. Zambia This stunning safari country, so brilliantly captured in the BBC’s new David Attenborough programme, Kingdom, (click here … Read more
Riding across Africa is an experience like no other. With the freedom it offers, the feeling is both exhilarating and extraordinary as you see and experience the landscapes differently from how you would from a vehicle, on foot or in a boat. There are many different options across Africa when it comes to a riding … Read more
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 Africa, these ten tips will help ensure your safari experience is everything you’ve imagined and more. 1. Time of Year There are options for … Read more
Getting off the beaten track in Africa, with excellent wildlife but away from the crowds, is a rewarding experience and easier than you might expect. In famous safari destination countries there are always going to be areas which have a reputation, rightly, for offering amazing wildlife encounters. However, there are also national parks which offer … Read more