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Explorer's Blog
So, you are heading to Africa! Discover our Explorer's Blog, where you'll find expert planning tips and insightful reflections on everything Africa has to offer.
It’s Not Too Late To Book Your Safari This Year!
Discover 4 tips for booking a last-minute safari with Tett Safaris, even if you haven't planned a year ahead! With over 30 years of experience, we'll make your adventure a reality in just a few days.
Beyond the Big Five: Namibia Will Delight Even The Seasoned Africa Traveler
Discover Namibia's diverse wonders beyond the typical savanna safari. From towering sand dunes to encounters with desert-adapted wildlife and authentic cultural experiences, Namibia offers something for everyone.
Unforgettable Encounters in Mozambique & Namibia: A Mother-Son Safari
In early December I took a 3-week exploration safari to Mozambique and Namibia with my son, Porter. Here is a look into our advanture.
What’s the Perfect Amount of Time To Be On Safari?
Discover the ideal safari duration for your adventure with tailored experiences, pace considerations, and budget tips to plan your perfect safari.
The Secret To A Crowd-Free Safari?
Escape the crowds and discover the wild with private game viewing concessions
6 Reasons to Escape Winter and Take an African Summer Safari
While the northern hemisphere dives into winter, Southern Africa comes to life from January to April and it’s the perfect escape. Here are 6 reasons why Summer in Africa just offers something different.
Our Secret Safari Spots Revealed for Each Month of the Year!
If you like to plan ahead, you might have already researched the destinations you’d like to visit on your safari and are ready to start thinking about your travel dates. There are many factors to consider as you plan your itinerary such as weather and seasonal game movements that, when planned strategically, can enhance your experience. We’d like to share some of our destination recommendations for each month of the year.
Top 6 Things to do at Jack’s Camp
Surrounded by the vast and pristine landscapes of the Located in Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Jack’s Camp is in a class of its own from décor to activities that you will enjoy in the exclusive company of just 16 guests.
Focus: Singita Boulders
Singita is the Shangaan word for “Place of Miracles,” and a trip to the Singita Boulders does not disappoint! Limited to just 24 guests, this 45,000-acre untouched private wilderness area in Sabi Sands is known for frequent Big Five sightings.
Planning a Trip to the Serengeti?
Close your eyes. Now, think of the Serengeti Plains. Are you there yet? You should be! Wildebeest, crocodiles, and wide-open plains await you. The vast, verdant sloping fields are dotted with flat-topped acacia trees. Is that a lion perched on a rocky outcrop?
When Is The Best Time To Go on Safari?
Where and when should you go to Africa? So many things to see and do; you don’t want to miss a thing! Tett Safaris can ensure your safari is everything you dreamed of, and we take care of all the things you need to consider while you are planning your journey. Weather and game sightings change throughout the year, and we have our finger on the pulse so we can provide you with the safari of your dreams.
Focus: Singita Faru Faru and Three Exclusive Activities On Offer
Singita Faru Faru Lodge sits in front of a very popular watering hole along the Grumeti River in Western Serengeti and offers spacious and airy bedroom suites where every creature comfort is provided. Located in Singita’s 350,000-acre private reserve in northern Tanzania this lodge ushers in a new level of luxury wilderness safaris.
The Elegant Giraffe: 10 Fascinating Facts
As the world’s tallest mammal, giraffes can easily spot predators, and are able to reach leaves and buds on the tips of trees that most animals just can’t access. Here are 10 interesting facts about giraffes!
What is a custom safari? They sound expensive!
At Tett Safaris, our first goal is to determine just what type of trip you are looking for, and then we’ll ensure you get it! Learn more about how we plan private custom safaris.
Take a Walking Safari in the Luangwa Valley, Zambia
Sometimes the best way to understand and appreciate an area is by walking in it; immersing your senses to pick up the subtle nuances you can’t get by breezing by in a vehicle. Walking on safari not only helps to get your bearings, but you discover sights, sounds, and smells that are particular to that place.
When and Where to go in Africa
Attempting to plan your first safari? Whew! Africa is a huge continent. This could be a daunting task: you likely have friends and family who have been to Africa giving endless advice.
Hand it over. We can take it from here. A Tett Safaris custom itinerary is planned and tailored just for you!
The Great Migration in Eastern Africa
The Migration is truly one of the wonders of the animal world; a million and more animals playing out their lives in the Serengeti eco-system, watched all the way by lions, hyenas, and crocodiles looking for dinner. So, what is the best time and where is the best place to catch this spectacle?
Should You Head East or South for an Africa Safari?
Because of the continent’s enormous size, safari veterans usually divide Africa into two regions, eastern and southern. Focusing your interest on one particular region makes sense when considering a two-week stay. As you ponder the distinctive qualities of each region, it is important to remember that these are only generalizations, and exceptions abound.