A Look at Camp Jabulani in South Africa
Sitting on a reserve next to the Kruger National Park, Camp Jabulani is most famous for its elephants. Liz Rampfshaw (senior tour consultant at Giltedge Africa) stopped off at the Kapama Private Game Reserve last month for a short holiday. We chat to her about her safari experience… What was your first impression of the property? I […]
Safari Hot List 2019
There’s a lot to look forward to in 2019! As African Safari Experts, we like to start the year with our review of exciting new properties, along with a look at anticipated lodge openings and the refurbishing of favourites in the year ahead. Here’s our Safari Lodge Hot List for 2019. andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge (Namibia) A […]
The Art of Travel in South Africa
A look at South Africa’s art scene in its many forms including must-visit galleries, magnificent sculpture gardens and vibrant street art.
Island Resorts that are Saving the Planet
Some resorts in the Indian Ocean are striving to create a greener planet and ocean by committing to sustainable practices that involve both the staff and guests. We’ve picked our favourite 4 sustainable resorts that are taking conservation to heart in the Seychelles, Maldives and Madagascar. Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa Gorgeous views and […]
A dream safari in South Africa’s Timbavati
Dreaming of a luxury safari in a private reserve in South Africa? Well, look no further than the Timbavati which shares an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park. Last month, Karen, Senior Tour Consultant at Giltedge Africa, had the opportunity to visit the area and stay at the incredible andBeyond Ngala Tented Camp. We […]
Phinda’s fascinating Forest Lodge
Phinda Private Game Reserve includes over 28000 hectares of protected wildlife land in KwaZulu-Natal and consists of 6 lodges. We stayed at Forest Lodge which is totally different from the others – a completely unique experience. Set in a rare sand forest, the suites offer floor to ceiling forest views through glass walls. There’s a […]
Secrets of the Garden Route & Eastern Cape
It’s not often that an entire group of Giltedge Africa consultants go on a trip together. But last month, Nadine, Farah, Tamsin and Ntombi headed off on a whirlwind trip to South Africa’s Garden Route and the Eastern Cape. We chatted to Tamsin, Product Manager of Giltedge Africa, about their exciting time. Which places did […]
Thanda Island: An Exclusive-Use Getaway in Tanzania
When the invitation for Thanda Island in Tanzania arrived in my inbox, I immediately sent my RSVP. I was excited to visit an island that I’d heard so much about! Not only had Thanda Island been named the World’s Leading Exclusive Private Island by the World Travel Awards in 2016; they were also featured on […]
Cavalli Estate – A restaurant review
You would be forgiven for mistaking this neat and attractive wine estate in Somerset West, just outside of Cape Town, for a private equestrian farm. But it’s not long before you are warmly welcomed by the attentive staff. Cavalli is open to the public and the word means ‘horse’ in Italian. This theme features strongly throughout […]
Transforming through art with Uthando South Africa
As you probably know by now, Giltedge Africa has enjoyed a long relationship with Uthando South Africa, an innovative NGO which does invaluable work raising funds and getting actively involved with a wide variety of grassroots community projects. Through James Fernie, the director of Uthando South Africa, we were introduced to the Jikeleza Project – […]
