About Journey Beyond

Best Africa travel memory: Our first day in the Kruger with a sighting of Wild Dogs, a lioness with five cubs, white rhinos and a cheetah…

Favourite African destination: Morocco for its street food, night markets and Sahara Desert night skies.

Bucket list destination/next trip: The beautiful volcanic island of Mauritius would be my first choice for a family holiday: magnificent white sandy beaches and great value for money. Not to mention the chance to indulge in some superb spa treatments!

Best Africa travel memory: Quad biking on the sand dunes of the Namib desert in Swakopmund...desert one side and ocean the other, absolutely breathtaking. Northern Botswana - boat safari on the Linyanti River riding alongside majestic elephants crossing the river, Mokoro excursion in the heart of Okavango Delta & Helicopter ride to Chiefs Island.

Favourite African destination: It is difficult to pinpoint one as Africa is just so incredibly magical from the safari destinations to the cities, to the Indian Ocean islands, however, I can never get enough of exploring my homeland, South Africa, it truly is a world in one country with a plethora of experiences on offer.

Bucket list destination/next trip: My top six right now are Rwanda to visit the Kigali Genocide Museum + do Gorilla Trekking, the Serengeti to see the migration – to do this on a hot air balloon would be first prize, Kenya to safari in the Masai Mara and also to visit the giraffe center, Madagascar to see lemurs in the wild, and then Seychelles & Zanzibar for the ultimate relaxation beach holiday.

Best Africa travel memory: Wonderful game drives and bush walking in the famous Kruger National Park and Kwa-Zulu Natal - a true place of sanctuary.

Favourite African destination: Cape Town and the Garden Route - such a scenic and beautiful place with loads of adventure activities.

Bucket list destination/next trip: As a travel lover the bucket list will never end... but I’d love to visit the majestic Okavango Delta in Botswana, Victoria Falls, Maldives, Seychelles and Mauritius.

Best Africa travel memory: My trip to Zambia - Swimming in the Devil’s Pool on the very edge of Victoria Falls, and looking down into the gorge. + Lady Livingstone sun set cruise - This was a very beautiful experience seeing the hipppo's swimming in the river and the stunning sunset.

Favourite African destination: Namibia

Bucket list destination/next trip: Mozambique Bazaruto or Benguerra Island

Best Africa travel memory: Visiting the Okavango Delta for the first time was just breath taking. The Sunsets are magnificent; the game viewing is spectacular and Botswana people are a friendly Nation. I was fortunate enough to witness a Wild Dog kill and it was truly a great experience.

Favourite African destination: Botswana and Namibia

Bucket list destination/next trip: East Africa , I would like to see the Great Migration and to track the Mountain Gorillas.

Best Africa travel memory: Every time we turn a corner in the bush and a new animal appears, whether it be a herd of humble impalas or an awe-inspiring bull elephant seeing these animals in the natural world always creates new memories

Favourite African destination: Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda

Bucket list destination/next trip: Visiting Sossusvlei and the Skeleton Coast in Namibia

Best Africa travel memory: Navigating along the Zambezi River, enveloped by elephants frolicking in the water against the backdrop of the African sunset.

Favourite African destination: Zimbabwe, there is nothing more exhilarating than standing beside the Victoria Falls marvelling at the smoke that thunders.

Bucket list destination/next trip: Botswana or Namibia. Both of these destinations are absolutely incredible and it would be a dream come true.

Best Africa travel memory: My family and I visited Africa in 2015. Higlights of our trip were: Elephant interaction & interaction with Sylvester the Cheetah at Elephant Camp, seeing Victoria Falls ("the smoke that thunders"), relaxing on the Chobe Princess (it was called Ichobezi Houseboat then) & game drives in Chobe National Park

Favourite African destination: Chobe National Park, Botswana

Bucket list destination/next trip: I would love to see the Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania or relax on a beach in Zanzibar.

Best Africa travel memory: My first ever trip was to Timbavati and Sabi Sands - the best places in the world to see leopards in the wild.

Favourite African destination: My Favourite destination is Botswana for the diverse cultures and endless possibilities when it comes to landscape, wildlife and nature.

Bucket list destination/next trip: I would really love to experience the rich indigenous cultures and climb the giant sand dunes.

Best Africa travel memory: One of my most cherished memories was experiencing the breathtaking sunset during a game drive at Chobe National Park in Botswana.

Favourite African destination: Without a doubt, Cape Town holds a special place in my heart. One cannot help but be mesmerised by the panoramic views from atop Lion’s Head or the beautiful backdrop of Table Mountain.

Bucket list destination/next trip: Maldives, Zanzibar, Namibia

Best Africa travel memory: Having lived in the Kruger National Park for 4.5 years, I built the most incredible memories not only for me but for my children. It was like waking up in pure bliss every day.

Favourite African destination: I loved Botswana, the diversity in the lush landscapes makes for an unforgettable safari, and you also cant leave out Mozambique, the beaches are sublime and the people are out of this world.

Bucket list destination/next trip: I have many on my bucket list but I would probably say my top 2 would be Lake Malawi and Rwanda

Best Africa travel memory: My first ever trip was to Mpumalanga, Badplaas, A Forever Resort. A scenic hike and game drive at the resort, relaxing spa treatments, a lot of fun activities or adventures, like zip-lining, horse riding, putt putt, helicopter landing pad and quad bike tours.

Favourite African destination: My favourite destination thus far is Mpumalanga.

Bucket list destination/next trip: I would like to experience going to Cape Town and Botswana.

Best Africa Travel Memory: Has to be my first ever travel memory, my parents took us to the Kruger when I was 6 years old.
I will never forget the feeling of utter awe when I woke up to Giraffes & Ellies on our doorstep.

Favourite African Destination: All them! So hard to pick a favourite when the each country on the continent has something special and beautiful to visit and there’s still so much I have yet to see.
If I have to pick from the places I have been lucky enough to visit, I’d say Kenya – there’s just something magical about the Mara and it’s sunsets that stole my heart.

Bucket List Destination: My dream and goal is to see as much of the world as I possibly can in my lifetime. Perhaps the next adventure in Africa takes me trekking with the Gorilla’s in Rwanda or enjoying a sunset on one of the Islands.

Best Africa Travel Memory: The Zambezi River is like no other, you can relax on the banks or cruise away, listening to the hippos grunt and birds singing. Falling in love with the Zambezi River is inevitable and sunsets will leave you breathless. Take a nice walk and get wet from the sprays at the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world with the world’s largest falling water curtain.

Favourite African Destination: Cape Town is a modern, cosmopolitan city surrounded by nature. Centered around Table Mountain, one of the New 7 Wonders of the world, the Mother City is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning biodiversity, award-winning food and wine, and sheer variety of experiences and culture.

Bucket List Destination/next trip: Malawi is an African jewel worth visiting. The natural beauty of Malawi is unspoiled and unparalleled, from the shimmering Lake Malawi to the rolling hills of the Zomba Plateau. The hospitable and friendly locals will make you feel welcome, and it's the perfect place to make new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime. Malawi is the ideal destination for nature lovers, culture enthusiasts, or anyone seeking an escape from the chaos of everyday life.

Best Africa Travel Memory: My first time in the Kruger National Park on my first day I saw a cheetah kill an impala, what a sight to see!!!

Favourite African Destination: Franschhoek/Stellenbosch for their quaint village lifestyles surrounded by the most majestic mountains and awe-inspiring wine farms.

Bucket List Destination: How I dare to live on the edge! I would love to swim in Devil’s Pool on the very edge of Victoria Falls