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Africa & Beyond May 2015 Newsletter
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Welcome to the May edition of
our newsletter.
This month many
camps across east &
southern Africa are
opening their canvas
doors for a new
season.
Inside this month
New Season ahead in
Zambia
Rwanda, the full picture
Special offers
The News
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Courtesy of Robin Pope Safaris
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The month of May heralds a big change over in the world of safari
camps. Those camps that have been closed during the rainy
season, make their final preparations behind the scenes for the
new season.
This is particularly so in Zambia. The heavy rains make many of the
National Parks totally isolated due to vast wetlands expansion,
flooding of rivers and ultimately non-existent roads.
However, the after effects of this watery invasion, is the
most spectacular lush green burst of life, the
reappearance of huge numbers of animals and
the dusting off of safari vehicles ready for
this season’s safari enthusiasts.
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Although there are many camps which are able to operate year round, those more seasonal begin to open in May and the full ext
can be once again explored. May also brings the winter, with beautiful warm, dry days but chilly nights, where the most love
water bottles at night! We’ve listed some of our favourites below, which combined with the annual camps, offer the best in sa
accommodation.
SOUTH LUANGWA
Tena Tena Camp
Chikoko Trails
Nsolo Camp
Luwi Camp
KAFUE NATIONAL PARK
Shumba Camp
Busanga Bush Camp
Lufupa Camp
Kapinga Camp
BANGWEULU
Shoebill Island Camp
NORTH LUANGWA
Kutandala Camp
Mwaleshi Camp
LOWER ZAMBEZI
Old Mondoro
Sausage Tree Camp
Chiawa Camp
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Although there are many camps which are able to operate year round, those more seasonal begin to open in May and the full extent of the parks
can be once again explored. May also brings the winter, with beautiful warm, dry days but chilly nights, where the most lovely camp staff provide hot
water bottles at night! We’ve listed some of our favourites below, which combined with the annual camps, offer the best in safari activities and
LOWER ZAMBEZI
Old Mondoro
Sausage Tree Camp
Chiawa Camp
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RWANDA: THE FULL PICTURE
Whilst the Gorillas are of course the star attraction in Rwanda the country is far from a ‘one trick pony’, there is so much more to see and do in this remarkable country. When visiting Rwanda it would be a real shame to miss out on its two other national parks, the beautiful Lake Kivu and its experience aspects of its vast historical and cultural heritage.
Nkungwe National Park is located in South West Rwanda, Nyungwe is surely one of the world’s most beautiful and pristine mountain rainforests. It’s believed to be one of Africa’s oldest, staying green even through the Ice Age, which explains its diversity. Home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species including a healthy population of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus, it’s also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics.
Akagera National Park is located in the north east of Rwanda along the border with Tanzania, combining well with Nyungwe and the Volcanoes NP to create a great safari circuit, as it is home to many large plains game species as well as species restricted to the papyrus swamps such as the Sitatunga and the much sought-after Shoebill Stork.
Notable plains game include elephant, buffalo, topi, zebra, waterbuck, roan antelope and eland. Other antelope are duiker, oribi, bohor reedbuck, klipspringer, bushbuck and impala. Of the primates, olive baboons, vervets and the secretive blue monkey are seen during the day, with bush babies often seen on night drives.
Of the larger predators only leopard, hyaena and side-striped jackal are currently still present – but exciting plans are underway to reintroduce lions, as well as black rhino in 2015, which will restore Akagera’s ‘Big 5’ status, so watch this space!
Lake Kivu is one of the Africa’s Great Lakes, surrounded by magnificent mountains and has deep emerald green waters. The lake is dotted with often uninhabited islands and from both land and water, the scenery is simply stunning.
It provides the perfect location to relax and enjoy lakeside recreation during a tour of Rwanda. With a surface area of some 2730 km2, Lake Kivu sits at al-most 1500m above sea level. Perfectly safe to swim in, the water has a warm temperature of 23-27o all year round. Sports and activities include fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing and boat rides.
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*Terms & Conditions apply
Special Offers
Complimentary night stay - South Africa*
Stay at the elegant Mont Rochelle Guest House in any of the suites
for 3 or more nights and receive your last night free, also included is
a free wine tasting experience.
First child stays free - Kenya*
The famous Governors’ Camps in Kenya welcome families to
experience a thrilling safari. First child stays free when a family of 4
or more stay.
Stay 4 pay for 3 - Zambia*
Visit the wonderful Chongwe River Camp set on the edge of the
Lower Zambezi National Park, offering access to this prime wildlife
viewing region.
30 % accommodation discount - Mauritius*
Be an early bird and book by the end of June 2015 at one of the
selected Beachcomber Resorts in Mauritius and receive up to 30%
on your selected room category.
Please contact us for more details, we will happily
incorporate these and many other offers into your
individually tailored holiday.
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WHAT’S NEW……...
Shinde Camp - Botswana
After an extensive refurbishment,
Shinde Camp, which sits in the
heart of the Okavango Delta is
once again open and delighting
guests with its elegant safari
charm and mesmerising game
viewing.
Benguerra Lodge - Mozambique
The much anticipated grand opening is here. From 1st June 2015
the light and airy luxury cabanas await their first guests, offering
some of the most stylish accommodation on the Mozambican
coastline.
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