Secluded South Africa

Every safari-goer hopes to spot Africa's Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo). But did you know Southern Africa also offers a wealth of opportunities for birders to find equally coveted avian sightings? Expedition Leader Lorraine Doyle introduces us to some of the region's diverse birdlife, from colorful lilac-breasted rollers and malachite kingfishers to elegant grey crowned cranes and birds of prey like the African harrier-hawk. Learn about their biology, the roles they play in their ecosystems, and how you can spot them for yourself on our Southern Africa safaris.

Although you’re likely to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) on a South Africa safari, the country boasts diversity well beyond these iconic species. Expedition Leader Lorraine Doyle offers insight into the country’s diverse plants and animals and reveals the importance of the savanna biome as a driver behind its immense biodiversity. Plus, find out how you can explore the country’s natural treasures for yourself on our Secluded South Africa safari.

With their spiky horns, adorable ears and wrinkled, armor-like hides, rhinos always make us smile. But the threats against them – primarily poaching and habitat loss – also provoke concern. In honor of World Rhino Day, Africa Expedition Leader Richard de Gouveia reveals all things rhino, from their biology and ecology to the measures conservationists and governments are taking to protect these pachyderms. Plus, find out where to see rhinos in the wild and how sustainable tourism can aid conservation efforts.