African Travel Blog: Tools, Maps & Infographics

Those interested in traveling to South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, or Mozambique should find the tools and information listed here helpful in planning a trip.

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Tools and Information to Assist in Planning a Safari Tour in Southern Africa.

Cost Calculator

This calculator indicates the estimated expense involved in a trip to the southern part of Africa. Though not 100% accurate, it offers a good ballpark figure.

National Parks of South Africa

View summarized information about the national parks of South Africa; these conservation areas are instrumental in protecting the country's wildlife.

Private Reserves in Greater Kruger

View condensed information about the private reserves that share unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park, South Africa's premier conservation area.

Kruger National Park Facts

View some key facts about South Africa's Kruger National Park in an infographic that summarizes the information.

Luxury Lodges in the Kruger National Park

This map and infographic depict lodges on a private concession in the Kruger National Park. These sole-use safari areas offer unforgettable natural immersion.

Sabi Sand Nature Reserve Lodges

Be informed by a visual representation of the location of lodges in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa's premier private conservation area.

Kruger National Park Camps

A visual depiction of camps in the Kruger National Park that the South African National Parks Board operates. Though not luxurious, these accommodations offer comfortable immersion in the wilderness.

Kruger National Park Wildlife

Types of wildlife and the species diversity you will encounter when booking a safari to the Kruger National Park. The graphic also includes information on the number of Big Five animals in the park.

Diseases in Southern Africa

This infographic provides an overview of the diseases and precautionary measures you should discuss with your physician when planning a vacation in the countries of Southern Africa.

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Some of the many safari lodges and hotels in Southern Africa.

Hamiltons Tented Camp

This classic tented safari camp is set on a private concession in the central Kruger Park.

Leopard Hills

When staying at Leopard Hills, you will enjoy some of the finest accommodations available in the Sabi Sand.

Lion Sands Tinga

This lodge is built on the banks of the Sabie River, one of the principal watercourses running through the Kruger National Park.

V&A Hotel

Be right in the heart of the action - Stay at the V&A Hotel located centrally on Cape Town's famous waterfront.

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Giants in the Chobe National Park

An African Elephant wading in the Chobe River of Botswana.

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