A few days ago we made the decision to head south. Chantal and Conny decided a short stay at Chobe Safari Lodge was how they wished to...

Sharp readers, which I know you all are, will be questioning this heading. In Zambia, at the frequent Police Blocks, the officials took a...

On paper, this was an easy day of some 300km. For once, it was. Sunday is rest day in Zambia. Most of the Police Checks are unmanned, the...

We knew it was going to be a long day and so it proved to be. An early start at 07h00 saw us on the road. Speculation was, that as it was...

It was planned, but we changed our minds. Advice was an 8 hour drive (only 158km!) to Shoebill country. The Shoebill Stork is found here...

This wilderness camp is delightful in every way. The facilities are up to scratch, the campsites widely spaced and under lovely shaded...

We said we wanted exercise and did we get it today. A 10km hike which covered four of the granite outcrops. Strenuous, but great to get...

Kapishya was wonderful, Mark Harvey, the owner, very hospitable and a mine of information. Mark’s brother, Charlie, is the current owner...

The past few days had been very taxing on both us and the vehicles. We were tired, but I am very happy to say, in good spirits. It was a...

We had an early start after confirming our route on the maps. First up was the river crossing on a pontoon about 2.5 km from camp. Our...

Day 16: Zikomo to Kapishya Hot Springs. The plan was simple. Just follow the route which we could see on one of our maps through...

Our planned three days self-camping at South Luangwa could have been split many ways. We decided to change camps as we wanted to explore...

Today was a sad day. We were leaving a wonderful camp with staff who felt like they were lifelong friends. We also said farewell to our...

Staying in a bush camp it is a case of repeat business and so it was for Day 13. A long early morning bush walk was really enjoyed. We...

The routine at camp is rather easy to fall into. Up at around 05h00 to enjoy the morning river view, still in the dark, from our tent. A...

A leisurely start from Mama Rulas saw us on the road by 09h30. A shot drive of some 120km saw us in Mfuwe, which is the gateway town to...

Both days were long and, at times, tedious. Each leg is about 500km. Simple enough in South Africa, but completely different in Zambia....

Maramba River Lodge is very pleasant on the banks of the Marfamba River, a tributary of the Zambesi. The campsite is peaceful, offering...

A short distance of 83 km to drive today, BUT the border crossing to Zambia to accomplish. The new bridge is magnificent. One goes over...

There are not many more relaxing and delightful ways to spend an afternoon and early evening than a boat cruise on the Chobe River. The...