Conservation and safari tourism go hand in hand, it is the revenue raised by tourism that enables the work of many incredible conservation organisations. With the entire 2020 tourism revenue in jeopardy it is vital that they are able to continue their work through this time.

So, on the subject of dreaming and making plans, for years I have been sending my clients to the fantastic Old Mondoro in Zambia's Lower Zambezi and in June this is one of the places I was set to visit.. my trip is on hold but my dreams are not. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/old-mondoro/

Our first "Supporting Africa Series" Blog is on Remote Africa Safaris, one of the most respected and authentic safari companies in Zambia. Read and share, positivity must come from this global tragedy, the first is coming together to support each other. ow.ly/19qI50zbGuI

The next of our "Supporting Africa Series" is now online. Read about some of the pioneering conservation being in done by Cottar's Safaris in Kenya to allow communities to flourish as well as wildlife and habitats to be protected. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/cottars-safari…

The new Supporting Africa Series Blog is now live, featuring Chiawa Safaris in Zambia who offer authentic and luxurious safaris while sticking to a mantra of sustainable tourism, which includes carbon offsetting, and community and conservation support. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/chiawa-safaris…

The new episode of our supporting Africa Series focusses on Saruni Lodges and Camps in Kenya and their great work to build and support community led conservation. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/saruni-lodges-…

Looking for something to read in the sunshine this weekend, head over to our blog page for some inspiration for future travel, like this blog on self drive trips in Namibia, the perfect post coronavirus escape. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/self-driving-i…

Social distancing like a naughty Vervet Monkey... Looking forward to sitting and watching these with a cup of coffee before heading off on a drive or a walk. Africa is waiting and now is a great time to plan a post corona holiday if you can.

The Supporting Africa Series continues with a look at one of the newer names in conservation in one of my favourite wild places. Musekese Conservation has been set up to protect vast parts of northern Kafue in Zambia. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/musekese-conse…

It's possible to have an amazing and unforgettable experience while benefiting people and the planet. Staying at camps like Musekese Camp directly and positively impacts on conservation efforts. ow.ly/r2yF50A4MYk

Now's the perfect time to start planning a post corona trip for next year, safari season 2021 is booking up fast as people look for rewarding travel experiences. Read my blog from last year on three great places to visit late in the dry season. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/hot-and-dry-wh…

This weekend keep an eye out for the next instalment of the Supporting Africa Series which will be on the fantastic work done by Imvelo Safari Lodges in Hwange, Zimbabwe. This picture was taken in Hwange last October, one of my top places to visit in the late dry season.

Imvelo Safari Lodges do great work in the community and for conservation in remote parts of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe and the surrounding areas. Read more in the next instalment of our Support Africa Series. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/imvelo-safari-…

Leopard at night while staying at the superb Machaba Safaris camp in Khwai, Botswana, with the incredible photographer and guide Shaun Malan Photography cannot wait to be back in Africa. Until then we’re supporting our partners and helping plan dream trips for 2021.

Even watching a male lion at rest is something special, their low call rolls through your body and a primal rush of adrenaline courses through your body. Africa is an emotive place around every corner there is something that reminds you just how special this planet is.

Those that have followed us for a while know my love of wild parts of the bush and small, intimate and authentic camps. Kafunta Safaris in Zambia have three great properties, Kafunta River Lodge, Three Rivers Camp and my favourite Island Bush Camp. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/kafunta-island…

Our great partners have supported conservation and community projects through their history and this difficult time, we continue to focus on working with those that share our beliefs and goals for a travel industry standing together to provide a positive legacy.

Supporting Africa Series this week is on Robin Pope Safaris who operate small and personal camps in Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe, a fantastic company that believe in more than just offering the incredible safaris that they have been running since 1986. thesafarispecialists.co.uk/robin-pope-saf…

Take me back to Africa, simpler and more enjoyable times... these will come again, now is time to look forward, to plan for better times and to reward yourself for getting through this together. * #botswana #safari #travel2021 #okavangodelta * 📸 @machabasafaris

Despite sometimes giving me the complete run around while I was living in the bush there is something so magical about these giants, something that we admire maybe, their composure, their strength, their family bonds... #zambia #southluangwa #elephants #zambiatourism