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first-timer
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How many nights do you really need on safari?
Four nights in one private reserve is our usual answer for a first safari. Here is why, and why a night in Johannesburg on the way in makes them count.
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Planning your first safari? Start with the people who can hear the hyenas
What we would tell you about your first safari if you sat down at our kitchen table. There is usually gin.
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How long should a safari trip be?
The whole trip, not just the bush. Why 7 to 10 nights works, how many of them belong on safari, and when to stretch to 14.
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Is a safari worth it? An honest answer
Honest answer for first-time safari travellers. What you actually get, when to go, and how to plan it well.
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How to choose a safari lodge
What actually matters when choosing a safari lodge, and what turns out not to.
