Riding across Africa is an experience like no other and I was recently reminded about how good this is when I spent time with John Sobey, owner of African Horseback Safaris in Botswana, at Burghley Horse Trials. A font of knowledge, it was good to chat to him, and visitors, about the various options across … Read more
Malawi, the so-called ‘warm heart of Africa’ is a small landlocked country which punches far beyond its size when it comes to a holiday here. From the vast clear waters of Lake Malawi in the west, the dramatic peaks of Mt Mulanje and the grasslands of Nyika Plateau, the variety in this small country is … Read more
A long weekend in Africa is not somewhere many would immediately think of when planning a short trip away. However, with direct overnight flights and very little time difference, this is a great destination to have a proper break from the usual routine at home. An unforgettable weekend encountering endangered mountain gorillas, the herds of … Read more
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
Getting off the beaten track in Tanzania is richly rewarding, with fabulous, untamed wilderness areas waiting to be discovered. When we think of Tanzania, iconic images of the Serengeti’s Great Migration and the majestic Kilimanjaro often spring to mind. Go beyond it’s famous landmarks and enjoy an off the beaten track safari in some of … Read more
The birdlife across Africa is incredibly rich, and whilst many will go on safari the first time to see the iconic mammal species, they are often entranced by the birds. Many are far more recognisable than the seemingly endless ‘LBJs’ (Little Brown Jobs) that we have in the UK, making bird spotting instantly more rewarding … 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
My travel wish list is one which only ever seems to get longer, not shorter, no matter how much travel I do! Over the last 20 or so years I have travelled extensively through Africa and the Indian Ocean, including to all countries that we go to – many on multiple occasions. I have flown, … Read more
Gorilla tracking, out of all of the wildlife encounters I have enjoyed over the years, has to be one of the most remarkable. Encountering these magnificent, and endangered, animals in their natural habitat is both humbling and thrilling, with recollections of those encounters living long in the memory. Trekking at altitude through lush, dense rainforests, … Read more