From the plains of the Serengeti, to the souks of Marrakech to the white-sand beaches along the coast of Mozambique, there sure is some variety within this vast continent, and we can arrange trips from the very north of Morocco down to the very tip of the Cape with plenty of places in between.
Where to go in Africa
Where to go in Africa
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Mozambique
Mozambique is the ultimate holiday destination thanks to mile upon mile of palm-fringed coastline, warm turquoise waters and now a national park...
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Riding South Africa
The appeal of South Africa’s horseback safaris is that everyone from the tiniest tot to the deeply experienced riding traveller will find something...
Riding Safaris in Kenya
Due to the sheer variety of its landscapes and places to stay, Kenya remains an unsurpassed riding safari destination.
Saharan Heli-Safari
As desert-lovers ourselves, we've been scouring our Big Short Break destinations to come up with the ultimate short break desert experience....
Adventure Holidays in Tanzania
Whether you’re an adventure junkie or just like a little bit of a kick now and again, Tanzania has plenty of adventure options, from climbing...
Trekking Holidays: The Kilimanjaro Climb Adventure
Rising from the plains of northern Tanzania close to the Kenyan border, Mt Kilimanjaro dominates the surrounding landscape and on a clear day...
Riding Safari Botswana
Botswana was the birthplace of riding safaris, with the perfect combination of terrains to tackle. Do you want to ride through savannah, desert,...
Botswana Walking Safari
For those with even the slightest active inclination, walking safaris are one of the best ways to see the great wildlife of Botswana. Get up...
Botswana Camping Safaris
Donate your roll mats to the boy scouts, forget deflating air mattresses and expect a hot shower at the end of the day. When it comes to mobile...
Botswana Photographic Safaris
Botswana is arguably one of the most photogenic destinations on the planet due in no small part to the sheer diversity of its landscapes. From...
Private Safaris in Botswana
Heading out into the African bush with a private guide is the ultimate safari experience.
Ethiopian Festivals
Enkutatash, Ledet, Meskel, Timkat, Hidar Tsion, Faskia, Debra Damo… the list of Ethiopian festivals is endless, so plan your trip to coincide...
Madagascar Safaris
Stat alert: a whopping 80% of the flora and fauna in Madagascar isn’t found anywhere else on the planet.
Whale Watching in Madagascar
Madagascar’s phenomenal wildlife is not just restrained to land. Head to this wonder-country between June and the end of September to witness...
Wildlife in Uganda
The wildlife (and primarily the primates) often grab the headlines, but Uganda’s landscapes are equally stunning, from the vastness of Lake...
Dhow and Kayak Safaris
We can arrange private or set departure traditional dhow safaris and kayak safaris between some of the country’s most remote islands, accessible...
Kitesurfing in Madagascar
Fort Dauphin, the first French settlement in Madagascar, is now a haven for watersports enthusiasts.
Discover the Real Cape Town
We strongly recommend taking advantage of some of the excellent privately guided tours that we can arrange during your stay in Cape Town. There...
Luxury Train Journey From Pretoria to Cape Town
Rovos Rail evokes the style and old age glamour of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express – minus the murder – with subtle modern...
Cape Town Photography Tour
Explore Cape Town through the eye of a lens on a guided photography tour.
uThando Community Projects Tour
Visit some of the townships surrounding Cape Town; in particular visiting a number of social development programmes that are being implemented here.
Fly Camping in Tanzania
Enhance a safari with a night or two fly camping in the bush.
Birding Safaris in Botswana
The verdant waterways of Botswana’s Okavango Delta offer arguably the ultimate bird watching safari in Africa. As the summer rains arrive in...
Botswana Boat and Canoe Safaris
The beauty of a Botswana safari is the variety of ways to view the game. A boat or canoe safari in the Okavango Delta not only provides a welcome...
Kubu Island Quad Biking
Quad biking is just one way to experience a Botswana safari, and by far one of the most exhilarating. Our five night departure includes two nights...
Sleeping Under the Stars
Sleeping under the vast starry skies of the Makgadikgadi Pans is an experience you will never forget.
Kalahari Bushmen Safaris
The bushmen of the Kalahari have existed for 20,000 years, seamlessly navigating the unique ecosystem that exists here, passing along survival...
The Memory Road
Spend seven days discovering the villages and villas of Southern Morocco as you follow 'The Memory Road', travelling from Marrakesh to Ouarzazate....
Day Trip to Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Fez is undoubtedly fascinating in its own right, but also makes a perfect staging post for a visit to many of other of Northern Morocco’s marvels.
Ascent of Jebel Toubkal
Starting out from Imlil, the ascent of 13,671ft Jebel Toubkal is a non-technical climb that requires an overnight stay in a basic but comfortable...
Trekking in the Atlas Mountains
Wherever you stay in the foothills, or the Atlas Mountains proper, we can arrange treks to suit all abilities and inclinations, from short circular...
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Le Quartier Francais
Le Quartier Français is a small, privately owned country inn situated in the heart of the historic village of Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands.
Lion Sands Lodges
Family owned and managed since 1933, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve is located along the Sabie River inside the famous Sabi Sands Game Reserve....
Ngala Tented Camp
Ngala Private Game Reserve was the first reserve to be incorporated into the game rich Kruger National Park (all 36,500 acres of it), and the...
Marataba
Marataba is a 57,000 acre private concession in the heart of the Marakele National Park – a malaria-free wilderness in South Africa’s Limpopo...
La Clé des Montagnes
Surrounded by picture-perfect vineyards and orchards, La Clé des Montagnes is a beautiful old Cape Dutch style property which now houses a selection...
Mont Rochelle
Mont Rochelle is a wonderful boutique hotel set on a hill above the historic village of Franschhoek, surrounded by vineyards and mountains. The...
Makanyane Safari Lodge
Makanyane is a luxurious lodge situated in the Madikwe Game Reserve, overlooking the Marico River. Named after the African wild dog in the Tswana...
Leeu Estates
Tucked away on a hillside overlooking the Franschhoek Valley, Leeu Estates offers contemporary, exclusive accommodation within one of South Africa’s...
Settler's Drift
Settler’s Drift is a 5-star luxury tented lodge set amidst the Kariega Nature Reserve – a big five reserve - on South Africa’s Eastern...
The Silo
Occupying a prime spot along the V&A Waterfront, the Silo is one of the most exciting new hotel openings Cape Town has seen in recent years.
Leeu House
Leeu House is located in the heart of Franschhoek and so is ideally located for those who wish to be able to walk to a range of dining and drinking...
Cape View Clifton
The stylish Cape View Clifton is located in Clifton, a beautiful suburb of Cape Town on the Atlantic seaboard between Lion’s Head Mountain...
Morukuru Ocean House
Looking out over the white beaches, rock pools and sand dunes of the De Hoop Nature Reserve, Morukuru Ocean House boasts a fantastic location...
Morukuru Farm House
Located in the heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve, Morukuru Farm House is a luxurious private property which sits within 100 hectares of safe,...
Ant's Hill
Ant’s Hill is a beautifully unique bush lodge located on a private game reserve in the malaria free Waterberg plateau (an easy three hour road...
Morukuru Owners House
Under the shade of the Morukuru trees and on the banks of the Marico River, Morukuru Owners House is an idyllic private safari house.
Morukuru River House
Morukuru River House is a luxurious private safari home, perched on the edge of the idyllic Marico River banks.
Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge
Sitting within the Shamwari Private Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge expertly combines luxury with a truly authentic...
Ol Lentille
A collection of four luxury private houses set on a 40,000-acre private conservation area (that's three times the size of Manhattan), 50 miles...
Angama Mara
The Swahili word for ‘suspended in mid-air’ – Angama – lends itself as the moniker for one of Kenya’s newest, and most luxurious lodges....
Mara Expedition Camp
Located on the banks of the Ntiakitiak River the Mara Expedition Camp lies quietly under a grove of ebony trees inside the breath-taking Masai...
The Ocean Spa Lodge
The Ocean Spa Lodge (formerly Saruni Ocean) occupies an undiscovered location making it the perfect stop off pre or post safari.
Saruni Samburu
Saruni Samburu is a deluxe lodge, set amongst the Kalama Community Conservancy, and happens to be the only lodge in the 200,000 acres of unspoiled...
Cottar's 1920's Camp
Cottar’s 1920’s Camp is the oldest established family run safari camp in Africa spanning over five generations. Situated amidst 6,000 acres...
Loisaba Star Beds
Traditional rustic charm and warm African hospitality welcome guests to Loisaba Star Beds. In the heart of the Loisaba Conservancy this is a...
Loisaba Tented Camp
With a fantastic location, perched on the edge of an escarpment overlooking the Laikipa region, is Loisaba Tented Camp. One of the lodges in...
Finch Hattons Luxury Camp
Finch Hattons Luxury Camp in the Tsavo West National Park is a historic and elegant safari camp with a long legacy of conservation. Named after...
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Best Snorkelling Destinations in the World
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There's a lot to love about snorkelling: it's suitable for all ages and abilities, requires little equipment and offers the chance to see a multitude of marine species closer to the surface. From the colourful reefs of Belize and Indonesia to the first underwater sculpture park in Grenada,…
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Once in a Lifetime Experiences
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Planet Earth plays host to some seriously epic events. There are those that happen every year, such as Holi Festival (the world's most colourful celebration) and the Great Wildebeest Migration through Tanzania and Kenya (the largest overland migration in the world). And then there are the…
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Remote Rendezvous: Alternative Honeymoon Destinations
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If you and your betrothed are not the type to yearn for a cookie-cutter honeymoon - perhaps the shimmering shores of the Caribbean, or maybe the rousingly romantic rue's of Paris are not calling your name - may we take the liberty of serving up some delightfully alternative honeymoon…
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How to Travel Green
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Green travel, or responsible travel as we like to call it, is becoming increasingly important as we all become more aware of the environmental impact of travelling. Don't worry - this isn't intended to be a preachy blog about how to be the 'perfect traveller'. In fact, an absolutist attitude…
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Philantourism: The Countries Most Reliant on Tourism and Why we Can’t Wait to go There Once Lockdown is Over
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At Original Travel, we're big believers in the power of tourism to help sustain captivating countries around the world. Many countries rely on tourism, whether it's because their economies depend on it, or because the lack of tourism during lockdown has led to an increase in illegal…
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