We have had quite a few people with disabilities enjoying a safari in Africa over the years. These safaris all work smoothly because when someone is in a wheelchair or has a clearly perceived health issue, they are usually very upfront with their tour operator as to what they can and can’t do. Similarly we [...]

SAA’s new baggage policy has kicked in which moves it in line with many other airlines around the world. Historically SAA only has a weight policy of 23kg However from now on, excess baggage, additional items or extra weight are charged at a flat rate, per rule broken and per piece of luggage. Previously extra [...]

One of the most frequent questions we are asked is what safari clothing to pack, so I attempt to answer this question at the beginning of each season. Given its our Spring (Mid August to October), lets look at spring packing… Click here for the full article on What to Wear on Safari in South [...]

SA Airlink has launched daily scheduled flights between Johannesburg (ORTIA) and Maun, Botswana, from June 15, 2012. SA Airlink will be operate the route with one of its fleet of 10 Embraer ERJ 137 regional jets, configured with 37 economy seats. Flights will depart Johannesburg at 11h45, arriving in Maun at 13h15. Return flights will [...]

Over the last few months we have been adding assiduously to Cedarberg’s You Tube channel where we feature the best of the new videos from our hotels and safari lodges. We tend not to focus on the wildlife encounters at these safari lodges as there are plenty of great videos around highlighting the best sightings. [...]

One of the most frequent questions we are asked is what clothing should we pack. Given its coming up to our winter (May to August), lets look at winter packing for safari clothes… See the full article on What to Wear on Safari in South Africa… I have lived in South Africa for 18 years [...]