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While Devonian lungfish like Dipterus (pictured) are known from relatively well-preserved fossils, Late Triassic species are often only known from teeth. Warpaint/ Shutterstock An extinct species of lungfish discovered in Zimbabwe could mark the beginnings of a sea change in our understanding of the animals. Close examination of Fergan...

The team at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (part of the Victoria Falls Safari Collection group) have shared some of their answers to the questions most frequently asked by travellers wanting to visit their wonderful properties in Victoria Falls in 2025. Here they are below. If you have any other queries, please send them through in the comments belo...

Matusadona National Park, on the shores of Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, is entering an exciting new phase of product development aiming to cement the park as a world-class example of low-density eco-tourism. Source: Scott Ramsay/African Parks A co-management partnership established between African Parks and the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Man...

Private guiding, when done well, is one of the greatest assets in the modern safari world. Private guides bring a depth of knowledge, passion and continuity that can elevate a journey to something extraordinary. They often act as global ambassadors for conservation, bridging cultures and ecosystems. They open the eyes of their guests – and...

If you are planning a truly romantic and special destination wedding in an awesome wild setting like the Zambezi Valley, the dry winter months between May and August are really the BEST time to do it! There are clear skies, mild temperatures, warm sunshine, cozy campfires and stunning starscapes at night. And there are some wonderful venues to...

According to UN Tourism, Africa saw a significant uptick in tourism in 2024, with approximately 74 million visitors gracing its shores. The recovery of global destinations, coupled with the resurgence of Asia-Pacific markets, is helping fuel the African tourism sector. If economic stability holds, and without geopolitical conflicts or high inf...

While most travellers who think of visiting Africa imagine the dry season - clear skies, crisp evenings, and adventurous game drives - there is another time to experience the magic -the Green Season. From November to March, the rains bring the African bush to life in the most extraordinary way. Widely described by locals as the “Rainy ...

Camp Mana, located on the banks of the Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park is one of several seasonal safari camps specifically designated by the ZimParks Authority as tourism facilities with a low-impact environmental footprint. Seasonal not only means that the camp operates solely during the safari season (during the southern hemis...

Why tour operators need to market themselves – not just the destination An industry colleague once asked me a question that struck a nerve: “How do we become the anchor of the story rather than just a footnote?” If you’re a tour operator, you’ve likely wrestled with this too. You sponsor journalists, arrange inf...

This article is extracted from a Blog by Vicky Unwin (Vickygoestravelling) written in October 2024, after her 10th visit to Stretch Ferriera Safaris Goliath Camp in Mana Pools! You can read the original, full blog HERE. I’ve now been to Stretch Ferriera s Goliath Camp ten times, and the blogs get repetitive! So I’m breaking th...