Written by Kirsty on 11/07/11, filed under tanzania | No Comments
While Zanzibar has become a popular tourism destination, with its gorgeous beaches and fantastic marine life, just 160km South lies an island which is virtually unknown. Mafia Island, is surrounded by a barrier reef and a haven to provide excellent opportunities for diving and snorkeling. The channels are well known for world class deep-sea fishing and home to endangered species including the manatee.
The island is also a sanctuary for birdlife, perfect for any bird enthusiast who wants to enjoy this highlight from the beach shore or on a dhow excursion.
Mafia has a relatively dry tropical climate with rains in April to May as well as short rains in November to beginning of December.
This island not only offers some of the richest reefs in the world but with no crowds to compete with, the island has miles and miles of lonely beach, perfect for swimming, sailing or relaxing on the beach with a good book.
Here at Africa Sky we offer some fantastic Mafia Island lodges with some great offers. Mafia Island is a perfect getaway and can be added on to any safari trip. Please call our advisors for more details…
Written by Kirsty on 08/07/11, filed under South Africa, South Africa Safari | No Comments
Michelle Obama, the White House’s First Lady has just ended her week-long visit in South Africa, not only to support and promote youth leadership and HIV Awareness, meeting the former South African president – Nelson Mandela but also taking the time out to enjoy herself at the Makanyane Safari Lodge for a night. Located in the beautiful malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe is one of South Africa’s largest and most exclusive reserves, home to the Big Five with outstanding guiding experiences. Travelling with her two daughters (Malia and Sasha), her mother, niece and nephew, the family went on private game drives in the Reserve and saw the diverse array of mammal population located here. Staying in complete luxury with fine cuisine and fist class service, the Makanyane Safari Lodge offered the perfect hideaway for an unforgettable, authentic, African wildlife experiences.
Written by Kirsty on 06/07/11, filed under General, Namibia, Namibia Safari | No Comments
Has anyone seen the new wildlife show on ITV recently? What an amazing series and definitely one to watch. The series is called Animal Kingdom and follows British vet Steve Leonard as he encounters a variety of adventures in the Erindi Game Reserve, Namibia. Steve Leonard explores the work being done to manage the balance of wildlife in the park while concentrating on the stories of individual animals. The series also examines the struggle for survival whilst dealing with a changing season.
The Erindi Game Reserve, is a jewel in the heart of the wild Namibian landscape and forms one of many national parks and reserves in Namibia, spans 175,000 acres and is home to over 15,000 animals and 300 species of birds. Namibia is described as one of Africa’s most picturesque and diverse countries and is located on the West coast of Africa between Angola and South Africa.
At Africa Sky we offer a number of escorted and self-drive tours which includes safaris to a number of Namibia’s parks and reserves. So if the show tickles your safari taste buds then give us a call to discuss how we can help you to experience the adventure for yourself.
While Zanzibar has become a popular tourism destination, with its gorgeous beaches and fantastic marine life, just 160km South lies an island which is virtually unknown. Mafia Island, is surrounded by a barrier reef and a haven to provide excellent opportunities for diving and snorkeling. The channels are well known for world class deep-sea fishing and home to endangered species including the manatee.
