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2013

Self Driving through Namibia
Jackie talks us through her journey through Namibia.

Posted by Jackie Pearson on April 18, 2013
Botswana - the best safari wilderness
Jackie, our Botswana specialists returns from her latest trip.

Posted by Jackie Pearson on January 08, 2013
Meerkat Magic
Sarah-Jane shares her encounters in South Africa.

Posted by Sarah-Jane Seel on January 02, 2013

2012

Battlefields, Beach and Bush
Jarrod is moved by his visit to the battlefields of Kwa-Zulu Natal.

Posted by Jarrod Kyte on December 07, 2012
Kenya - changing pre-conceptions
Chris talks about his visit to Kenya.

Posted by Chris Johnston on December 06, 2012
Update from Sangha Lodge
The latest from Rod at Sangha Lodge.

Posted by Chris Johnston on November 16, 2012
Gorilla Tracking - The Facts
All you need to know about trekking gorillas.

Posted by Chris Johnston on October 08, 2012
Congo Wildlife Adventure
Chris' Congo Wildlife Adventure.

Posted by Chris Johnston on October 02, 2012
2012 Migration update
The Migration is in full flow in Kenya

Posted by Illona Cross on August 15, 2012
A guide to the Great Migration
An explanation of the continual migration cycle.

Posted by Illona Cross on August 09, 2012
The Migration has arrived in Kenya
A celebration of Animals.

Posted by Illona Cross on August 03, 2012
Turtles hatching in Mafia Island
July is the perfect month to watch turtles hatching.

Posted by Illona Cross on July 16, 2012
Royal Madikwe Updates
The latest wildlife sightings and news from the lodge.

Posted by Illona Cross on July 16, 2012
Loisaba Predator Project
Loisaba guests are actively playing a part in helping to conserve Laikipia's lion population.

Posted by Illona Cross on July 06, 2012
Zimbabwe - a destination on the move
A rejuvenated country well worth re-discovering!

Posted by Jackie Pearson on May 30, 2012
Musings on Africa from the new girl
A few thoughts on bygone trips from afar.

Posted by Sarah-Jane Seel on April 27, 2012
Victoria Falls - the adrenalin capital of Africa
Visit one of the natural wonders of the world from either Zimbabwe or Zambia.

Posted by Jackie Pearson on March 19, 2012
Kwazulu Natal Wonderland
Venture Beyond the Cape.

Posted by Illona Cross on March 08, 2012
Beautiful Botswana
A thrilling wildlife experience.

Posted by Illona Cross on March 08, 2012
Cape Town Easter Escape
Great Family holiday option.

Posted by Illona Cross on March 02, 2012
Experience Desroches Seychelles
Experience ultimate barefoot luxury on Desroches Private Island, Seychelles.

Posted by Illona Cross on February 15, 2012
On location in Botswana
Illona shares her memories of her trip to Botswana.

Posted by Illona Cross on February 01, 2012
Family Holidays
Escape to Zimbabwe with the family over the August bank holiday.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on January 27, 2012
Elephant goes for a swim in the sea
An elephant was spotted swimming in the sea at Nuarro, Mozambique.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 27, 2012
Warona the New Elephant Calf at Abu Camp
Watch a video of Warona at just 3 days old.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 24, 2012
Good news from Kenya
Good news from the indian ocean beaches of Kenya.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 12, 2012
Save the Rhino
The fight to save the rhinos of Kruger National park.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 12, 2012
Don't just trek primates in Uganda
Visit the bustling town of Jinja whilst in Uganda trekking with the primates.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 11, 2012
Community Interaction from Gahinga Lodge
Interact with one of the lesser known communities of Africa.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 11, 2012
Safari Vet School
New series on ITV, featuring Amakhala Game Reserve.

Posted by Illona Cross on January 06, 2012
South African Winelands with a twist
Read about Mandy's latest visit to Babylonstoren.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on January 03, 2012

2011

Take a stand against Global Warming
Take a stand against Global Warming.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 07, 2011
An Elephant for Christmas at abu Camp
An Elephant expected for Christmas at Abu Camp.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 05, 2011
A day in the Life of Garonga
An excerpt from the Garonga Diary

Posted by Illona Cross on December 02, 2011
My lovely Ethiopian Ground agent
The great lengths our ground agents will go to...

Posted by Illona Cross on December 02, 2011
The Migration in Kenya
Governors Camp report on the migrationin Kenya and more.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 02, 2011
Discover the lesser known jewels of South Africa
Illona knows where to find the less busy places and the best value in South Africa.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 01, 2011
Cry of the Kalahari
Mandy has just returned from an extensive two week trip around Botswana.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on October 26, 2011
The Warm Heart of Africa
Two very exciting and unique destinations whatever your experience, age or preferences.

Posted by Millie Summers on October 25, 2011
Scuba Diving at Nuarro Luxury Eco Lodge
Scuba Diving at Nuarro Luxury Eco Lodge - Mozambique.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 29, 2011
Saving the Cheetah
Enthusiastic Volunteering.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 26, 2011
Leopards at Okonjima
Read the diary of a game ranger

Posted by Illona Cross on September 26, 2011
Pumulani wins Top Award
Pumulani Lodge in Malawi wins

Posted by Illona Cross on September 23, 2011
Marlin Lodge saves the Dugong
Marlin Lodge in Mozambique becomes EWT Patron

Posted by Illona Cross on September 20, 2011
Colin Bristow Safaris
Enjoy a privately guided safari

Posted by Illona Cross on September 10, 2011
New Rhino at Solio - Kenya
New Rhino at Solio - Kenya

Posted by Illona Cross on September 10, 2011
Londo Lodge Mozambique
Londo Lodge has so much to offer including great specials.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 07, 2011
Brown Hyaena spotted at Pafuri Camp - South Africa
Spot Brown Hyaena at Pafuri Camp South Africa with Steppes Travel. Call us on 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 07, 2011
Safari with Mark Todd
Enjoy an Botswana Horse Safari with Champion Rider Mark Todd, contact Mandy

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on September 06, 2011
The Robertson Wine Festival, South Africa
If you are in South Africa near to the town of Robertson then don't miss the festival, contact Illona on 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 06, 2011
Yellow Fever News
You will need to have a valid Yellow Fever Certificate when entering South African from Zambia. Contact Illona on 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 06, 2011
Wildlife Photography Courses in South Africa
Brand New Expert led wildlife Photography courses in South African call 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 06, 2011
Lemarti's Camp
Nick Laing takes time to relax and enjoy Kenya after his half marathon.

Posted by Nick Laing on July 12, 2011
Well I made It!
Nick Laing, Steppes Travel Chairman completes his Kenyan half marathon for Tusk Trust.

Posted by Nick Laing on July 08, 2011
Flying Namibia
Millie's adventure around Namibia by both road and air.

Posted by Millie Summers on July 05, 2011
A New Dawn
Zimbabwe at dawn through Mandy's eyes.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on July 05, 2011
Equatoria: Awalk across Africa
Julian Munroe is walking across Africa

Posted by Illona Cross on June 28, 2011
Rights for Rhinos
Paul and Sboniso walk across South Africa for the Rhinos!

Posted by Illona Cross on June 14, 2011
The Little Things
Travel is all about the little things

Posted by Unknown on May 26, 2011
If I were a princess
Could this be what the royal honeymoon is really like...

Posted by Unknown on May 12, 2011
Discovering Sudan
On the whole I cant believe I have not visited Sudan before. I recommend it to anyone who loves desert, history, people and culture.

Posted by Illona Cross on May 09, 2011
Wild Madagascar
A new television series starting this Wednesday!

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on February 07, 2011

2010

A day in Africa
Unmistakeable amber eyes of a lioness just visible through a nearby bush.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on December 16, 2010
A love affair with Africa
You will leave with so much more than just dust on your boots.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on October 20, 2010
Beauty & the Beast - Jane Goodall and the wild chimpanzees
Jane Goodall, 50 years of Gombe National Park and her studies of wild chimpanzees

Posted by Rosalind Hadley on October 13, 2010
Why Zimbabwe is back
With the political situation improving, why Zimbabwe will soon be back on the list of top safari destination

Posted by Unknown on September 09, 2010
Where Bush Meets Beach
A wild place by the sea - a Kenyan beach destination with a twist!

Posted by Unknown on June 08, 2010
Gorillas in my midst
Charged by a silverback in the misty mountains of Rwanda

Posted by Rosalind Hadley on June 04, 2010
Black Mamba Holiday Highlight
The Murphy family enjoy a luxury holiday in South Africa, complete with big game and mating black mambas.

Posted by Unknown on May 17, 2010
Namibia Networking day at the Royal Geographic Society
Chris Packham and Benedict Allan speak about their adventures and the wonderful work of the Africat Foundation.

Posted by Millie Summers on April 14, 2010
Opening of the latest Gem in the Graff Diamonds Collection
May 2010 - Expect to discover the world's most exceptional accommodation, art, design, food and wine in one of the most exceptional natural settings.

Posted by Unknown on April 13, 2010