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Jao Reserve Botswana | Luxury Safari in the Okavango Delta
23 Sep 2026
00:24:31
Episode Number: 4
Property / Guest Name: Jao Reserve – Ryan Kays
Episode Summary:
Ryan Kays shares what makes Jao Reserve such a distinctive part of Botswana’s Okavango Delta.
Discover how the reserve’s six camps offer different experiences across wetter and drier parts of the Delta.
Learn how guests reach Jao Reserve from Maun and why flying is the most practical way into this remote wilderness.
Explore the wide range of activities available, including game drives, night drives, mokoro trips, bush walks, boating, fishing and birding.
Hear the Kays family story and how generations of connection to Botswana helped shape Jao Reserve into what it is today.
Pick up practical Botswana travel advice, from what to pack to the things that may surprise first-time visitors.
Guest Information: Ryan Kays Marketing Manager Jao Reserve
Key Takeaways:
Combining the wetter and drier areas of Jao Reserve can create two very different Okavango Delta safari experiences within the same reserve.
Jao Reserve’s mix of land and water activities gives guests several different ways to experience the Delta.
Prize Giveaway: One lucky Keep Travelling listener can win a two-night stay at Tubu Tree Camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta.
Tanzania Safari with Siringit: Serengeti, Great Migration & Tarangire
16 Sep 2026
00:19:04
Episode Number: 3
Property / Guest Name
Siringit Collection — Peter Bruins
Episode Summary
Peter Bruins introduces Siringit Collection and its collection of distinctive safari properties across northern Tanzania.
Discover how Siringit Villa, Serengeti Camp, Migration Camp and Tarangire Camp each offer travellers a different experience.
Peter explains how Siringit Migration Camp follows the Great Migration between the southern Serengeti calving season and the northern Mara River crossings.
Hear why Tarangire, with its elephants, baobabs, woodland and river, deserves a place alongside Tanzania's better-known safari destinations.
Rael and Peter discuss food, wildlife, sustainability, community support and Siringit's conservation work.
Peter shares his thoughts on the future of African tourism and why growth in lesser-known protected areas could benefit conservation, communities and travellers.
Guest Information
Name: Peter Bruins Title: Country Manager Company: Siringit Collection
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered
Different Tanzania experiences: From an intimate villa near Arusha and big cats in the Serengeti to the Great Migration and elephant-rich Tarangire.
Tourism with purpose: Siringit's story includes support for Bara Primary School alongside conservation, wildlife protection and sustainability initiatives.
Prize Giveaway: One lucky listener can win a two-night stay at Siringit Tarangire Camp on a game package.
Big Five Safari, Biodiversity & Bush-to-Beach Experiences
02 Sep 2026
00:22:32
Episode Number: 1
Property / Guest Name:
Kariega Game Reserve – Lindy Sutherland
Episode Summary:
Discover Kariega Game Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, close to Kenton-on-Sea and well placed for a Garden Route itinerary.
Compare Kariega’s five different lodge experiences, from family-friendly Main Lodge to five-star Settlers Drift and the private Homestead villa.
Learn what guests can expect from the food, hospitality and different dining styles across the reserve.
Explore Big Five game viewing alongside seven different biomes and remarkable Eastern Cape biodiversity.
Discover walking safaris, river cruises, canoeing, fishing, beach excursions and Kariega’s Kids on Safari programme.
Hear how family ownership, conservation and community projects have helped shape Kariega into the reserve it is today.
Guest Information
Name: Lindy Sutherland Title: Marketing Director Company: Kariega Game Reserve
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered
Kariega offers five very different lodge experiences, allowing families, couples, active travellers, luxury guests and private groups to choose a safari style that suits them.
The reserve’s seven biomes, two rivers and position within an exceptionally biodiverse part of the Eastern Cape add another dimension to its Big Five safari experience.
Guests staying longer can combine different lodges and explore Kariega’s conservation and community work through the Kariega Foundation.
After 88 weeks of bringing different properties to life, we have now finished season 1. Keep listening for the start of season 2 on the 2nd of September 2026
Luxury Safari, Zulu Heritage and Big Five Wildlife
12 Aug 2026
00:17:26
Episode Number: 88
Property / Guest Name:
Mfulawozi Private Game Reserve – Wendy Dold
Episode Summary:
Discover Mfulawozi Private Game Reserve on the southern boundary of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park.
Compare the relaxed, family-friendly Mthembu Lodge with the bold and modern Biyela Lodge.
Learn what guests can expect from the reserve’s five-star, all-inclusive safari experience.
Explore Big Five game viewing, cheetahs, wild dogs, black and white rhinos, and rich birdlife.
Hear how Zulu heritage, community ownership and conservation shape the guest experience.
Find out why KwaZulu-Natal works so well for a bush, beach, Battlefields and Drakensberg itinerary.
St Francis Bay: The Perfect Garden Route and Safari Escape
05 Aug 2026
00:19:14
Episode Number: 87
Property / Guest Name: The Harbour Club – Wendy Dold
Episode Summary:
Discover Harbour Club overlooking the Port of St Francis.
Learn how easily guests can travel from Port Elizabeth Airport.
Explore the studio apartments, two-bedroom units and penthouses.
Hear about canal cruises, whale watching, golf and seafood.
Learn how St Francis Bay fits into a Garden Route itinerary.
Discover why the coast works so well after an Eastern Cape safari.
Guest Information:
Wendy Dold Sales and Marketing Manager Harbour Club
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered:
The Harbour Club offers independent apartment-style accommodation with harbour views, optional breakfast delivery and easy access to local restaurants.
St Francis Bay combines golf, beaches, seafood, whale watching and coastal activities with a relaxed pace.
One listener can win a two-night penthouse stay for up to four people, continental breakfast each morning and a canal cruise. Enter Here
Episode Summary: Rael Zieve speaks with Julia Bishop, Director of Hodi Hodi in southern Tanzania. Julia explains the meaning behind the name Hodi Hodi and the warm African welcome it represents. She shares how international guests can reach the camp through Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar. The conversation explores Hodi Hodi’s location near Ruaha National Park, its rooms, facilities and relaxed safari atmosphere. Julia talks about the camp’s farm-to-table food, wildlife, walking safaris and night safari experiences. She also explains how Hodi Hodi works with nearby communities to protect 17,000 acres of land and support local projects.
Guest Information: Julia Bishop Director Hodi Hodi Southern Tanzania
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered: Why southern Tanzania and Ruaha offer a quieter alternative to the better-known northern safari circuit. How Hodi Hodi combines wildlife, local food, personal service and community-led conservation. Guests who book a three-night stay can receive a fourth night free, including full board and activities for the additional day.
Episode Summary: Rael Zieve speaks with Nancy Ngotea from Tanzania Wild Camps. Nancy shares why Kilimanjaro International Airport is a strong gateway for northern Tanzania safaris. She explains why Serengeti National Park remains one of Tanzania’s standout safari destinations. The conversation explores Serengeti Safari Lodge, its central location, luxury tented rooms and guest experience. Nancy talks about wildlife, game drives, balloon safaris and why three nights in the Serengeti works best. She also shares her thoughts on Tanzania’s Southern Circuit, hospitality, conservation and the beauty of Africa.
Guest Information: Nancy Ngotea Marketing, Sales and Reservations Officer Tanzania Wild Camps Serengeti Safari Lodge
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered: Why Serengeti National Park is such a powerful choice for a Tanzania safari. How Serengeti Safari Lodge combines location, comfort, service and wildlife access. Why Africa offers far more than wildlife, with people, culture, food and hospitality all shaping the journey.
Episode Summary: The Republic of Congo is one of Africa’s quieter safari stories. Not because it lacks wildlife, beauty, or depth, but because many travellers have simply not discovered it yet.
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Glance Eloye-Nzoutani from Kamba, Africa’s first trained wilderness guide in the Republic of Congo.
Their conversation opens the door to a very different kind of safari world. Deep rainforest. Western lowland gorillas. River journeys. Swamp forests. Towering trees. Warm local communities. And three Kamba camps, Ngaga, Lango and Mboko, each with its own character and setting.
This is not the classic open-plains safari many people first imagine. It is greener, slower, more layered, and full of small details that stay with you long after the journey ends.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Glance Eloye-Nzoutani’s wilderness guide training is so important for tourism in the Republic of Congo
What makes Kamba’s three camps, Ngaga, Lango and Mboko, so different from each other
Why Ngaga is such a special place for western lowland gorilla tracking
How canoeing, boardwalks, river decks and forest walks shape the Kamba experience
What wildlife guests may see, from gorillas and hippos to bongos, spotted hyenas and African grey parrots
Why the Republic of Congo should not be confused with the Democratic Republic of Congo
Guest Information: Glance Eloye-Nzoutani works with Kamba in the Republic of Congo and is recognised as Africa’s first trained wilderness guide in the country. In this episode, he shares his guiding journey, his love for the forest, and his hopes for the future of tourism in the Republic of Congo.
He also explains how Kamba is helping to raise guiding standards, support safer wilderness experiences, and show travellers a side of Africa that still feels beautifully untouched.
Key Takeaways:
Kamba offers a rare rainforest safari experience across Ngaga, Lango and Mboko, with each camp giving guests a different view of the Republic of Congo.
Western lowland gorillas are a major highlight, but the experience also includes forest elephants, hippos, bongos, spotted hyenas, birds, insects, plants and river life.
Glance believes tourism in the Republic of Congo is growing in the right direction, helped by better guiding, stronger standards and travellers who want something different.
Episode Summary: In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Kristina Plattner, Managing Director of Kamba African Rainforest Experiences, about one of Africa’s most unusual and powerful safari journeys.
This is not the classic open-plains safari many travellers already know. Kamba takes guests deep into the Congo Basin, the second-largest rainforest on earth, where safari becomes slower, quieter, wetter, wilder, and far more immersive.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Where Kamba is located in the Republic of the Congo, and how guests travel from Brazzaville into Odzala-Kokoua National Park
Why Lango Lodge is such a special part of the Kamba circuit, sitting beside a forest bai created by elephants
How guests arrive by kayak, walk through rainforest, and become part of the landscape before even reaching the lodge
What wildlife can be seen, from western lowland gorillas and forest elephants to buffalo, bongo, hyenas, parrots, butterflies, and tiny forest insects
Why the Republic of the Congo is different from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and how Kamba helps guests feel looked after from arrival
What travellers should know about seasons, age limits, visas, yellow fever requirements, malaria precautions, and the full all-inclusive Kamba experience
Guest Information: Kristina Plattner is the Managing Director of Kamba African Rainforest Experiences, a collection of remote rainforest lodges based in the Republic of the Congo. In this conversation, she shares how Kamba introduces guests to Odzala-Kokoua National Park through gorilla tracking, river journeys, forest walks, wildlife viewing, and deeply immersive rainforest travel.
Key Takeaways:
Kamba is ideal for travellers who have already experienced a classic African safari and now want something rarer, quieter, and more adventurous
The experience is built around rainforest immersion, with gorillas, forest elephants, waterways, walking, kayaking, and small-group travel at its heart
Kamba helps with the full Congo journey, including internal charter flights, transfers, permits, accommodation, meals, drinks, and visa support
Contact Information: For enquiries, collaborations, or African travel planning, contact: rael@keeptravelling.africa
Climbing Kilimanjaro: What It Really Takes to Reach Africa’s Highest Summit
10 Jun 2026
00:21:25
Episode Number: 79
Property / Guest Name: Climbing Kilimanjaro – Tanzania Brian Raffio – Senior Account Manager
Episode Summary: Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is one of Africa’s great adventure travel experiences. It is not a technical climb, yet it asks something real from every traveller who takes it on.
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Brian Raffio, Senior Account Manager at Climbing Kilimanjaro. Brian shares the story of a company that began with a porter on the mountain, grew through guiding, and has now become one of the larger operators helping travellers reach the summit each year.
This is a practical and motivating conversation for anyone who has ever wondered whether they could climb Kilimanjaro. Brian explains how to get there, how fit travellers need to be, what training helps, what the different climb lengths mean, and why altitude acclimatisation is so important.
He also gives a clear look at life on the mountain, from food and camps to porters, toilets, summit night, emergency support, oxygen, helicopter rescue, weather, wildlife, and the feeling of standing above the clouds at around 19,000 feet.
In this episode, you’ll discover: • How Climbing Kilimanjaro started and grew from humble beginnings • The best travel routes into Kilimanjaro International Airport or via Nairobi • How much training is needed before attempting the climb • Why 6-day and 9-day routes offer very different acclimatisation experiences • What food, camp life, porters, toilets, and summit night are really like • How altitude sickness, emergency oxygen, and rescue support are managed
Guest Information: Brian Raffio is the Senior Account Manager at Climbing Kilimanjaro. In this conversation, he shares practical advice from inside one of the mountain’s established operators, covering routes, costs, preparation, group dynamics, summit conditions, porter support, safety, and what travellers should know before taking on Africa’s highest mountain.
Key Takeaways: • Kilimanjaro is not a technical climb, but travellers should train properly and prepare for long hiking days at altitude. • Longer routes can improve acclimatisation, which may give travellers a better chance of feeling strong near the summit. • Summit night is tough, emotional, and unforgettable, with many climbers reaching the top as the sun rises above the clouds.
Episode Summary: Morocco is often spoken about as if it is one simple destination. Yet, as Siham Lahmin explains in this episode, it is much more layered than that.
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Siham Lahmin, owner and curator of Morocco Travel Organizer. Together, they explore the real rhythm of Morocco, from ancient cities and mountain communities to the Sahara Desert, coastal life, food traditions, local safety tips, and the value of planning the country properly.
Siham explains why travellers should not try to rush Morocco. Instead, she describes the country as a journey best experienced chapter by chapter, with time for land, mountains, desert, beach, culture, and food. She also shares why local knowledge is so important when navigating medinas, understanding traditions, and avoiding missed experiences.
In this episode, you’ll discover: • The main international entry points into Morocco, including Casablanca, Marrakech, Tangier, Fez, and Rabat • Why the Sahara Desert, High Atlas Mountains, and Fez are three powerful places to include • How the Amazigh roots of Morocco shape the mountain experience • Why Fez is one of Morocco’s great cultural, spiritual, food, and craft centres • What dishes travellers should try, including tangia, medfouna, and pastilla • Practical advice on safety, women’s travel, local help, language, timing, and trip length
Guest Information: Siham Lahmin is the owner and curator of Morocco Travel Organizer. Born in Fez and deeply connected to Moroccan culture, food, and local travel planning, Siham helps travellers experience Morocco with more depth and less stress. In this conversation, she shares honest advice on how to plan a meaningful Morocco journey, why local expertise matters, and how visitors can better understand the country through its cities, mountains, desert, coastline, cuisine, and people.
Key Takeaways: • Morocco is best explored slowly, with around 15 days giving travellers time to experience cities, mountains, desert, beach, culture, and food. • Local guidance can make a major difference, especially in medinas, remote regions, and cultural spaces where travellers may miss important details alone. • Siham recommends experiencing the Sahara Desert, High Atlas Mountains, and Fez, while also tasting local dishes in the places where they truly belong.
Property / Guest Name: Royal Mara Safari Lodge – Mara North Conservancy, Kenya Martin Ndamwe – Marketing Manager
Episode Summary: There are some safari lodges where the experience begins on the game drive. Then there are places where the wild feeling starts before you have even left your room.
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Martin Ndamwe, Marketing Manager at Royal Mara Safari Lodge in Kenya’s Mara North Conservancy. Martin shares what makes this intimate riverfront lodge so special, from its peaceful setting beside the river to its small lodge feel, strong wildlife access, and close connection to the surrounding landscape.
Royal Mara Safari Lodge offers just eight rooms and a family cottage, making it a quieter and more personal safari option in the Masai Mara region. Guests can enjoy river-facing views, hippos, crocodiles, birds, antelope, zebra, game drives, walking safaris, nature walks, bush meals, and the chance to experience the Big Five in a carefully managed conservancy setting.
In this episode, you’ll discover: • How guests can reach Royal Mara Safari Lodge by road or air from Nairobi • What arrival, check-in, butler service, and lodge safety look like • Why the lodge’s riverfront rooms make the safari feel close from the start • How the food, bush meals, picnic breakfasts, and all-inclusive options work • Why Mara North Conservancy offers a quieter safari experience than busier areas • Why Martin believes the low season may be one of the best times to visit
Guest Information: Martin Ndamwe is the Marketing Manager at Royal Mara Safari Lodge in Kenya. In this conversation, he shares a clear and practical look at the guest experience, from getting to the lodge and settling into the rooms, to enjoying meals, wildlife, walking safaris, and the peaceful rhythm of Mara North Conservancy. He also explains why the lodge’s small size, riverfront position, solar-powered systems, organic garden, and private conservancy location help create a more personal Kenya safari experience.
Key Takeaways: • Royal Mara Safari Lodge is an intimate riverfront lodge in Mara North Conservancy, with eight rooms and a family cottage. • The lodge offers game drives, walking safaris, nature walks, bush meals, strong wildlife viewing, and a quieter conservancy setting. • Royal Mara Safari Lodge is giving one lucky listener a two-night stay to experience the lodge for themselves.
A Luxury Safari won at Dulini Leadwood: Johan’s Sabi Sands Story
20 May 2026
00:15:36
Episode Number: 76
Property / Guest Name: Dulini Leadwood – Sabi Sands, South Africa Johan Adriaanse – Keep Travelling Prize Giveaway Winner
Episode Summary: Every now and then, a travel story feels different. Not because it is louder or more dramatic, but because it comes from someone who has actually lived the experience.
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Johan Adriaanse, the recent winner of the Keep Travelling prize giveaway to Dulini Leadwood. Together with his wife, Nicola, Johan travelled to the Sabi Sands for a stay that became far more than just a luxury safari escape. It was a birthday break, a wildlife experience, a chance to slow down, and a reminder of why Africa stays with people long after they return home.
From the moment they entered the reserve, the experience began. A rhino sighting just minutes after arrival set the tone, followed by warm hospitality, beautiful river-facing accommodation, exceptional food, and game drives filled with leopard, lion, elephant, rhino, and those smaller, quieter safari moments that often become the most memorable.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
• What it felt like to win and enjoy a Keep Travelling prize giveaway • How easy the journey to Dulini Leadwood was from Tzaneen • Why Johan and Nicola found the lodge setting, room, food, and staff so impressive • The special leopard and lion sightings that made the safari unforgettable • Why Sabi Sands felt quiet, well-managed, and deeply personal • How guides, trackers, and lodge teams help protect the true spirit of African tourism
Guest Information: Johan Adriaanse joins the podcast as a recent Keep Travelling prize giveaway winner. After travelling with his wife, Nicola, to Dulini Leadwood in the Sabi Sands, Johan shares an honest guest perspective on the lodge, the wildlife, the food, the service, and the feeling of being properly looked after in one of South Africa’s most iconic safari regions. He also gives special mention to Nathan, their guide, whose respect for nature and knowledge of the area stood out during their stay.
Key Takeaways: • The Keep Travelling prize giveaway gave Johan and Nicola the chance to experience Dulini Leadwood for themselves, not just dream about it. • Dulini Leadwood delivered a powerful mix of luxury, warm service, excellent food, and quiet, unhurried safari moments. • The wildlife experience was exceptional, with rhino on arrival, memorable leopard encounters, lions with cubs, elephants, antelope, birds, and even a chameleon sighting.
Tripoli Libya Travel Guide: A Refreshing Look At Africa’s Most Misunderstood City
13 May 2026
00:18:06
Episode Number: 75
Guest Name: Diana Yu, Publisher of Just Wanderlust https://justwanderlustblog.com/
Episode Summary: Some destinations arrive with a story already written for them. Libya is one of those places. For many travellers, the country is still linked to old headlines, uncertainty, and questions about whether it belongs on a serious travel wish list.
But in this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, host Rael Zieve speaks with travel blogger and publisher Diana Yu about a very different side of Libya. Her journey through Tripoli reveals a city shaped by Mediterranean light, ancient history, generous people, fresh seafood, and a travel experience that feels far more personal than polished.
This is not the usual African travel story. There are no luxury safari lodges or Big Five game drives here. Instead, there is the old medina, the Red Castle, Roman ruins, palm-lined streets, local markets, and the quiet surprise of discovering a city that is not performing for tourists.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Tripoli, Libya surprised Diana Yu as a travel destination What guided tourism and safety support looks like for visitors in Libya How local culture shapes the experience, especially for female travellers Why Tripoli’s medina feels raw, real, and untouched by mass tourism The Roman history of Leptis Magna and Sabratha Why Libyan seafood, especially the shrimp, left such a lasting memory
Guest Information: Diana Yu is the publisher of the Just Wanderlust blog and a widely travelled storyteller who has visited more than 100 countries. In this conversation, she brings a calm, honest, and curious view of Tripoli, Libya, sharing what she experienced first-hand rather than what many travellers may assume from the outside. Her story opens up a lesser-known corner of North Africa through culture, food, history, and human connection.
Key Takeaways: Tripoli offers a very different kind of African travel experience, built around history, culture, food, and everyday local life rather than traditional safari travel. Diana explains that travel in Libya is structured through guides, tourist support, and controlled tourism, which helped shape her experience on the ground. The episode challenges common perceptions of Libya by highlighting hospitality, Mediterranean beauty, Roman ruins, and a city that still feels refreshingly authentic.
Episode Summary: In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Osvaldo Inguane, Sales Manager at Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo, Mozambique. Set in one of the capital city’s most established diplomatic and business areas, Polana Serena offers guests a refined city stay with sea views, warm Mozambican hospitality, and easy access from Maputo International Airport.
This is a conversation about more than just a hotel. It opens up the feeling of Maputo itself. The food, the people, the history, the city tours, the coastline, and the warmth that so often gets missed when Africa is spoken about from the outside.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Where Polana Serena Hotel is located and why its position in Maputo works so well for international travellers
The different room options, from studio rooms and sea-view deluxe rooms to executive suites, villas, and the presidential suite
Why the hotel’s spa, indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, gym, and sea views make it stand out in Maputo
What guests can expect from Mozambican cuisine, especially seafood, grilled chicken, and peri-peri tiger prawns
How visitors can explore Maputo through city tours, museums, live music, local restaurants, island trips, and nearby safari options
Why Osvaldo believes Mozambique and Africa have a powerful future in tourism when quality service and smoother logistics come together
Guest Information: Osvaldo Inguane is the Sales Manager at Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo, Mozambique. In this episode, he shares the story of the hotel, the character of Maputo, and the welcoming spirit of Mozambican people. He also gives practical guidance for first-time visitors, from airport transfers and city safety to beaches, island excursions, food, culture, and nearby wildlife experiences.
Key Takeaways:
Polana Serena Hotel offers a polished city base in Maputo, just around 10 minutes from Maputo International Airport, with sea views, strong service, and easy guest support.
Maputo is full of culture, history, local food, music, island access, and warm people who want visitors to feel welcome and safe.
Keep Travelling features weekly prize giveaways from African lodges, camps, and travel partners, with details available through the podcast page.
Mambo Viewpoint – Usambara Mountains, Tanzania Herman Erdtiek – Co-Owner
Episode Summary:
Some places are built for speed. Others are built for stillness. High above the plains of northeastern Tanzania, Mambo Viewpoint offers something many travellers never realise they are missing — silence, space, culture and perspective.
Set on the edge of the spectacular Usambara Mountains, this is a stay where sunrise views stretch towards Mount Kilimanjaro, rainforest trails begin at your doorstep, and village life remains warm, welcoming and deeply connected to the land.
In this episode, host Rael Zieve speaks with Herman Erdtiek about how Mambo Viewpoint has grown tourism in the region while staying rooted in community, authenticity and nature.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
• Where Mambo Viewpoint sits between Tanzania’s northern safari circuit and the coast • Why the Usambara Mountains offer one of East Africa’s most overlooked escapes • Accommodation options from camping to honeymoon cottages and family houses • Rare wildlife including chameleons, falcons, monkeys and nearby safari access • Community tourism that supports local guides, farmers and families • Why this region shows travellers the “real Tanzania” beyond classic routes
Guest Information:
Herman Erdtiek is the co-owner of Mambo Viewpoint, a mountain retreat in Tanzania focused on nature, culture and meaningful tourism development. Together with the local community, the property has helped create jobs, support guiding, farming and transport opportunities, while introducing travellers to a lesser-known side of Tanzania.
Key Takeaways:
• Tanzania has far more to offer than the classic safari-and-beach route • Mambo Viewpoint blends mountain scenery, village culture and rainforest adventure • Prize Giveaway: Two-night stay for two people in a Standard Cottage at Mambo Viewpoint
Botswana Safari Tips, Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls
22 Apr 2026
00:22:23
Episode Number: 72
Property / Guest Name: Cary Costello – Director of Sales, Off the Beaten Path
Episode Summary: Botswana has a way of changing how people think about safari. In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Cary Costello from Off the Beaten Path to unpack a first-hand journey through one of Africa’s most rewarding safari destinations.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Botswana stood out as a lower-impact, higher-touch safari destination for Off the Beaten Path.
How starting with a walking safari near Maun created an immediate connection to the landscape.
What made the mix of camps, landscapes and activities so important to the overall safari experience.
Why the Okavango Delta delivered some of the trip’s strongest big cat and birding moments.
How Cary came to see safari luxury as something shaped more by location, guiding and hospitality than by traditional hotel standards.
Why Victoria Falls worked so well as a natural extension to the Botswana itinerary.
Guest Information: Cary Costello is the Director of Sales at Off the Beaten Path, a US-based travel company that operates around the world and is growing its safari offering in Africa. In this conversation, he shares what surprised him most about Botswana, from walking safaris and birdlife to camp pacing, landscape diversity and the warmth of the people he met along the way.
Key Takeaways:
A great Botswana safari is not only about game drives — walking safaris, mokoro outings and time on the water can add a completely different layer to the experience.
Staying longer in fewer places can help travellers settle into the rhythm of safari and experience each area more deeply.
Keep Travelling’s weekly prize giveaways are still part of the show, giving listeners the chance to win unforgettable African travel experiences.
Beach, Land and Marine Safari Holiday - Mozambique
15 Apr 2026
00:17:20
Episode Number: 71
Property / Guest Name: Sky Island Resort & Ponta Membene Lodge – Mozambique Sean Wookey – Owner
Episode Summary: Some parts of Africa still feel wonderfully under the radar. Southern Mozambique is one of them.
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Sean Wookey, owner of Sky Island Resort and Ponta Membene Lodge, to explore a part of Mozambique where beach, safari, marine life and adventure all come together in one journey. Sean shares how accessible the region is from Maputo and nearby borders, what guests can expect at both properties, and why this area offers something very different from the usual safari or beach holiday alone.
In this episode, you’ll discover: • Why southern Mozambique is easier to reach than many travellers think • What makes Sky Island Resort unique, from ocean views to paragliding experiences • How Ponta Membene Lodge blends safari, marine life and national park living • The wildlife, turtle nesting, snorkelling and fishing experiences available • How sustainability and local staff development shape both properties • Details of the generous prize giveaway across both lodges
Guest Information: Sean Wookey – Owner, Sky Island Resort & Ponta Membene Lodge
Key Takeaways: • A rare Mozambique holiday where safari, ocean and adventure all meet • Two contrasting properties offering coastal adventure and national park immersion • This week’s giveaway: a two-night stay across both lodges with meals and transfers included
Nigeria Beyond the Headlines: The Africa You’ve Never Seen
08 Apr 2026
00:15:15
Episode Number: 70
Property / Guest Name:
Rory Okoli – Founder & CEO, Trip Zap (Nigeria)
Episode Summary:
There are destinations that remain misunderstood, not because they lack experiences, but because their stories have never been properly told. Nigeria is one of those places — a country rich in culture, landscapes and energy, yet still largely absent from the global tourism conversation.
What emerges in this conversation is a completely different perspective. One that moves beyond headlines and into lived experience — from vibrant coastlines and cultural festivals to evolving tourism infrastructure and local entrepreneurship.
In the latest episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, host Rael Zieve sits down with Rory Okoli, Founder and CEO of Trip Zap, to explore Nigeria as a travel destination, unpack the realities around safety and perception, and understand how local operators are working to reshape the country’s tourism future.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
• Why Nigeria remains one of Africa’s most overlooked tourism destinations • How perception and media narratives have shaped global views of the country • The diversity of experiences across Nigeria’s regions, from beaches to mountains • What travellers can expect when visiting Lagos and other major areas • The role of guided travel in creating safe and seamless experiences • How festivals, culture and heritage play a central role in Nigerian tourism
Guest Information:
Rory Okoli is the Founder and CEO of Trip Zap, a Nigerian-based travel platform focused on unlocking local experiences and connecting travellers with authentic journeys across the country. With a background in hospitality and tourism, she has worked extensively to promote Nigeria as a viable and exciting destination, creating curated experiences that highlight the country’s culture, landscapes and people.
Key Takeaways:
• Nigeria offers a diverse mix of cultural, coastal and inland travel experiences • Perception remains one of the biggest barriers to tourism growth in the country • Travelling with trusted local guides is key to navigating and enjoying Nigeria
Victoria Falls Safari Stay | What Makes Masuwe Lodge Different?
01 Apr 2026
00:21:14
Episode Number: 69
Property/Guest Name: Masuwe Lodge – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Cassius Tembo – General Manager
Episode Summary: There are places in Africa where the experience is shaped not only by what you see, but by how a place makes you feel. Masuwe Lodge is one of them. Set just outside the bustle of Victoria Falls town, Masuwe Lodge offers something many travellers are quietly searching for — the chance to enjoy the energy of one of Africa’s great destinations while still feeling surrounded by nature, calm, and space. In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Cassius Tembo, General Manager of Masuwe Lodge, to explore what makes this property such a special base in Victoria Falls. Together, they unpack the story behind the lodge, the location, the wildlife, the atmosphere, and the feeling Masuwe hopes every guest takes home with them. A little later in the conversation, professional guide Gary Seziba joins to share his perspective on safari, conservation, and what makes Zimbabwe and the wider SADC region such rewarding places to explore. In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Masuwe Lodge’s location offers both nature and easy access to Victoria Falls
The story behind the name Masuwe and its connection to the local landscape
What wildlife guests can expect to see in and around the lodge
Why Victoria Falls remains one of Africa’s safest and most welcoming destinations
Gary Seziba’s insights on safari guiding, giraffes, conservation and the wider SADC region
The one feeling Cassius hopes every guest leaves with after staying at Masuwe Lodge
Guest Information: Cassius Tembo is the General Manager of Masuwe Lodge in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. With decades of experience across Zimbabwe, Mozambique and overland tourism, he brings a deep understanding of African hospitality and safari operations. He is joined in part of the episode by professional guide Gary Seziba, whose guiding experience stretches across Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia.
Key Takeaways:
Masuwe Lodge combines bush tranquillity with quick access to Victoria Falls, giving guests the best of both worlds
The episode offers a strong and reassuring perspective on safety, hospitality and authentic safari in Zimbabwe
Keep Travelling listeners can also look out for the weekly lodge and travel partner prize giveaways mentioned in the episode
Private Safari in Malaria Free Waterberg, South Africa
25 Mar 2026
00:16:50
Episode Number: 68
Property / Guest Name:
Ant Africa Safaris – Waterberg, South Africa Taryn Erasmus – Reservations & Marketing Manager
Episode Summary:
In South Africa’s Waterberg region, a landscape of ancient mountains, open savannah and rich biodiversity, safari experiences often feel deeply personal. This is a part of the country where family history, conservation and hospitality have grown together over generations, shaping the way travellers experience the African bush.
Ant Africa Safaris is one such story. What began with a vision to restore land to its natural state has gradually grown into a collection of lodges that offer guests an intimate connection to the Waterberg landscape and its wildlife.
In the latest episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, host Rael Zieve sits down with Taryn Erasmus, Reservations and Marketing Manager at Ant Africa Safaris, to explore the origins of the reserve, the different lodge experiences available to guests, and why the Waterberg remains one of South Africa’s most accessible and rewarding safari destinations.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
• The story behind Ant Africa Safaris and the family vision that shaped the reserve • Why the Waterberg region offers one of South Africa’s most accessible safari destinations • The different lodge experiences across Ant’s Nest, Ant’s Hill, Bush Willow and River Lodge • What wildlife guests can expect to encounter across the reserve • Why horseback safaris offer one of the most unique wildlife experiences in Africa • How Ant Africa Safaris creates memorable safari experiences for families and travellers of all ages
Guest Information:
Taryn Erasmus is the Reservations and Marketing Manager at Ant Africa Safaris in South Africa’s Waterberg region. Working closely with guests and travel partners, she helps ensure travellers are matched with the lodge and safari experience that best suits their needs. Her role spans reservations, guest relations and marketing, giving her a strong understanding of the different experiences available across the reserve.
Key Takeaways:
• Ant Africa Safaris offers four distinctive lodges, each catering to different types of travellers. • Horseback safaris allow guests to experience wildlife in a uniquely close and natural way. • The Waterberg region provides an easily accessible safari destination just three hours from Johannesburg.
Safari in Laikepia, Kenya at the foot hills of Mount Kenya
18 Mar 2026
00:13:20
Episode Number: 67
Property / Guest Name: Mutara Camp – Laikipia, Kenya Illa Kaveke – Sales & Marketing Manager
Episode Summary:
There are places in Africa where space, silence, and wildlife come together in a way that feels deeply personal — where the experience is not about crowds or schedules, but about connection.
Mutara Camp is one of those places.
In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Illa Kaveke, Sales and Marketing Manager at Mutara Camp, to explore this intimate safari retreat set within the private Mutara Conservancy in Kenya’s Laikipia region.
Located just north of Mount Kenya and accessible by a short flight from Nairobi, Mutara offers a rare balance of exclusivity and wilderness. With only one camp on 20,000 acres — and privileged access into neighbouring Ol Pejeta Conservancy — guests experience a safari defined by space, flexibility, and extraordinary wildlife encounters.
But this conversation goes beyond game drives.
It explores what makes Laikipia one of Kenya’s most diverse conservation landscapes. It highlights the value of small, intimate camps. And it brings to life the feeling guests take home — the quiet, the views, and the warmth of genuine African hospitality.
From outdoor bathtubs overlooking waterholes to bush dinners under open skies, Mutara Camp offers a safari experience shaped by perspective, calm, and authenticity.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
• Why Mutara Camp’s private conservancy setting creates a uniquely exclusive safari experience • How access to both Mutara and Ol Pejeta Conservancies expands wildlife viewing opportunities • What makes Laikipia one of Kenya’s most important regions for lions and black rhino conservation • The intimate camp design, including waterhole views, outdoor baths, and personalised bush dining experiences • How wellness, quiet surroundings, and authentic service define the feeling of a stay at Mutara Camp
Guest Information:
Illa Kaveke is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Mutara Camp, part of the Jambo Chester Hotels Group. With a strong focus on guest experience and personalized service, she plays a key role in positioning Mutara as one of Laikipia’s most intimate and exclusive safari destinations.
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
• Mutara Camp is the only property on 20,000 acres, offering rare privacy with additional access into the 90,000-acre Ol Pejeta Conservancy • The combination of day and night drives, walking safaris, and intimate bush experiences creates a flexible and immersive safari • Prize Giveaway: Two nights for two guests on a full-board basis, including a bush meal and sundowner experience
Closing:
At Keep Travelling, we believe the most meaningful journeys are not just about what you see — but how a place makes you feel.
Mutara Camp is more than a safari destination. It is a place of quiet space, open horizons, and genuine connection — where wildlife, landscape, and people come together to create something truly memorable.
If this episode has inspired you to explore Laikipia or begin planning a personalised Kenya itinerary, I would love to help you turn that idea into a journey.
Property / Guest Name: Mwamba Lodge – Tarangire, Tanzania Amos Wekesa – CEO, Great Lakes Collection
Episode Summary:
There are places in Africa where landscape, wildlife, and community intersect in powerful ways — where remoteness is not isolation, but privilege.
Mwamba Lodge is one of them.
In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Amos Wekesa, CEO of Great Lakes Collection, to explore Mwamba Lodge — a hilltop retreat on the boundary of Tarangire National Park, set within a Wildlife Management Area owned by the Maasai community.
Perched among ancient rocks, with sweeping views toward Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, Mwamba Lodge offers a rare combination of wilderness immersion and meaningful community partnership.
But this conversation goes beyond location.
It explores why Tarangire holds one of the highest concentrations of elephants on the continent. It unpacks the purpose behind Wildlife Management Areas. And it highlights how tourism, when structured correctly, directly benefits local communities.
From night game drives and sundowners overlooking the park, to elephants gathering near your room at dawn, Mwamba Lodge offers a safari experience defined by space, perspective, and authenticity.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Mwamba Lodge’s position within a Wildlife Management Area creates a uniquely remote safari experience
The role of the Maasai community in protecting and benefiting from conservation land
How Tarangire’s elephant populations and night drives differentiate it from other Northern Circuit parks
What makes the lodge’s hilltop setting and watering holes so compelling for wildlife viewing
Why community-based tourism is shaping the future of East African travel
Guest Information:
Amos Wekesa – CEO, Great Lakes Collection
Amos is one of East Africa’s most respected tourism entrepreneurs, with operations spanning Uganda and Tanzania. His work combines conservation, community partnership, and long-term strategic growth, positioning properties like Mwamba Lodge as both immersive safari destinations and drivers of sustainable tourism.
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
Mwamba Lodge offers a rare hilltop safari experience overlooking Tarangire within a community-owned Wildlife Management Area
A percentage of every stay directly supports the Maasai community through lease agreements and per-night conservation contributions
Tarangire’s high elephant density, night game drives, and remote landscapes create a distinct Northern Circuit alternative
Closing:
At Keep Travelling, we believe the most meaningful journeys are those that connect you not only to wildlife — but to people and place.
Mwamba Lodge is more than a scenic retreat. It is a reminder that conservation and community can coexist, and that travel can be both immersive and responsible.
If this episode has inspired you to explore Tarangire or craft a tailored East African itinerary, I would love to help bring that journey to life.
Property / Guest Name: Chundu Island – Zambezi River, Zimbabwe Dardley Tafaruka – Concession Manager Tutu Moleya – Apprentice Guide
Episode Summary:
There are places where the rhythm of the river shapes the day, where sunrise belongs to the water, and where safari feels personal rather than performative.
Chundu Island is one of them.
In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve visits Chundu Island, a private island sanctuary on the Zimbabwean side of the Zambezi River, and sits down with Concession Manager Dardley Tafaruka to explore what makes this experience so distinct within the Victoria Falls region.
With more than three decades in the bush, Dardley shares his journey from hotel management to professional guiding, and how Chundu Island blends warm Zimbabwean hospitality with immersive river-based safari experiences.
But this conversation goes beyond accommodation.
It reflects on keeping Victoria Falls wild rather than overdeveloped. It explores the privilege of safari from the water. And it highlights the balance between guest comfort and authentic wilderness.
You’ll also hear from apprentice guide Tutu Moleya, who brings energy and insight into Zimbabwe’s wildlife — from the Big Five to the Little Five, the “Ugly Five,” and the overlooked importance of insects and birdlife in shaping the ecosystem.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Chundu Island’s eight-suite, island-based setting offers a quiet alternative to busier Victoria Falls properties
The wide range of activities available, including canoeing, fishing, walking safaris, boat cruises, and game drives
How sunrise and sunset on the Zambezi redefine the safari experience
Why Victoria Falls remains one of the safest and most welcoming destinations in Southern Africa
The importance of limiting development to preserve the wild character of this iconic region
Guest Information:
Dardley Tafaruka – Concession Manager, Chundu Island
With over 32 years in Zimbabwe’s tourism industry and a professional guiding background, Dardley leads Chundu Island with a philosophy centered on guest connection, safety, and preserving the natural integrity of the Zambezi.
Tutu Moleya – Apprentice Guide
Currently working toward his full professional guide qualification, Tutu represents the next generation of Zimbabwean safari guides. His passion for birding, ecology, and introducing guests to both the big and the small details of the bush adds depth to the Chundu experience.
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
Chundu Island delivers a rare river-based safari experience combining water activities with traditional game viewing
Its small scale and island location create an intimate, unhurried atmosphere removed from town
Victoria Falls and the surrounding Zambezi region remain safe, welcoming, and ideal for immersive African travel
Closing:
At Keep Travelling, we believe meaningful journeys are defined by perspective — not just proximity.
Chundu Island is not about scale. It is about space. Space to slow down. Space to reconnect. Space to experience the Zambezi in a way that feels deeply authentic and unfiltered.
If this episode has inspired you to explore Victoria Falls differently — beyond the obvious — I would love to help craft that journey with you.
Safari in a Private Game Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa
25 Feb 2026
00:16:05
Episode Number: 64
Property / Guest Name: Mapesu Private Game Reserve – Limpopo, South Africa Quentin Knipping – Managing Director
Episode Summary:
There are places in Africa where wildlife moves freely across unfenced borders, and where ancient kingdoms once traded gold with the world.
This is one of them.
In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Quentin Knipping, Managing Director of Mapesu Private Game Reserve, to explore the wild northern edge of Limpopo — where South Africa meets Botswana and Zimbabwe, and where safari meets deep cultural heritage.
Mapesu spans 12,500 hectares opposite the UNESCO-listed Kingdom of Mapungubwe. Once a cattle farm, it has been carefully rewilded into a Big Five reserve and now forms part of the “Magnificent Seven,” with cheetah and wild dog added to the experience.
But this conversation goes beyond sightings.
It explores endangered species tracking on foot. It unpacks the rediscovery of Mapungubwe’s golden rhino. And it highlights why northern Limpopo may be South Africa’s most compelling — and most overlooked — safari extension.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The three distinct lodge experiences: Mopane Bush Lodge, Mapesu Wilderness Camp, and the intimate Lucca Lodge
How guests participate in telemetry-based tracking of cheetah, wild dogs, and rhino
Why Mapungubwe’s ancient kingdom reshapes the way we view safari travel
How Mapesu integrates wildlife conservation with layered cultural immersion
Why Limpopo could become the next meaningful extension to the classic Kruger route
Guest Information:
Quentin Knipping – Managing Director, Mapesu Private Game Reserve
Quentin has overseen Mapesu’s transformation from farmland into a thriving conservation landscape. His work blends wildlife reintroduction, endangered species management, and heritage tourism into a safari experience that feels both immersive and grounded in purpose.
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
Mapesu delivers a rare combination of Big Five safari, endangered predator tracking, and immersive walking experiences
The reserve’s proximity to the Kingdom of Mapungubwe offers a powerful cultural dimension rarely found in traditional safari itineraries
This week’s prize: A two-night stay for two people at Lucca Lodge, Mapesu’s most intimate and exclusive lodge experience
Closing:
At Keep Travelling, we believe meaningful travel leaves more than photographs — it leaves perspective.
Mapesu is not simply another safari stop. It is a place where conservation, culture, and landscape intersect in a way that deepens your understanding of Africa’s past and present.
If this episode has inspired you to explore northern Limpopo or craft a tailored African journey of your own, I would love to hear from you.
Dane van Heteren General Manager – Jaci’s Private Lodge, Madikwe Game Reserve
Episode Summary
In the latest episode of Keep Traveling: Your African Story, host Rael Zieve sat down with Dane van Heteren, General Manager of Jaci’s Private Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve
A thoughtful conversation exploring what responsible, values-led safari travel looks like inside one of South Africa’s most carefully managed reserves
Insight into why Madikwe operates differently from larger, more commercial safari destinations, with strict capacity control and long-term conservation planning
How being a malaria-free safari destination makes Madikwe especially appealing for families, first-time safari travellers, and shorter trips
The story behind Jaci’s Private Lodge, its recent rebuild, and how design, comfort, and immersion are balanced without excess
Why ethical guiding, patient game viewing, and quieter safari experiences are increasingly important to modern travellers
Guest Information
Dane van Heteren General Manager – Jaci’s Private Lodge A safari professional with deep operational experience in Madikwe Game Reserve, focused on ethical tourism, sustainability, and meaningful guest experiences
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered
How Madikwe Game Reserve delivers high-quality wildlife encounters through restraint, planning, and strong conservation principles
Why Jaci’s Private Lodge appeals to travellers seeking a calmer, more considered safari experience rather than mass tourism
This week’s prize giveaway: one listener will win a safari stay at Jaci’s Private Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve, including accommodation and daily safari activities (terms and availability apply)
Why House in the Wild offers a very different safari experience within the northern Mara conservancies
Lisa Roberti’s 30+ year relationship with Africa and what keeps drawing her back to Kenya
How land that was once farmland has been restored into a thriving wildlife corridor through community-led conservation
The role of Enonkishu Conservancy in balancing cattle, wildlife, and livelihoods sustainably
What makes slower, quieter safari travel more meaningful than chasing sightings
Honest insight into travel logistics, getting to the Mara, and why first impressions of this lodge feel more like home than hotel
Guest Information
Lisa Roberti Wildlife photographer, conservation advocate, and seasoned Africa traveller with extensive safari experience across East and Southern Africa
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered
How House in the Wild Kenya demonstrates conservation that genuinely includes local communities
Why northern Mara conservancies offer richer, quieter safari experiences with fewer vehicles
How time in nature helps reset perspective, slow the nervous system, and create lasting travel memories
Edward DeMarco shares what 14+ years of deep travel across Africa has taught him, and why Malawi remains one of the continent’s most overlooked gems
A fascinating look at Malawi and Zambia as a combined travel circuit, blending classic safari experiences with pristine lakes, mountains, and living history
Practical, real-world advice on getting to Malawi and Zambia from Europe, the UK, and North America without the stress many travellers expect
Honest conversation around immigration, safety, security, and why Africa today is far more accessible and welcoming than the media suggests
Insight into Malawi’s emerging conservation success stories, including Nkhotakota and Majete reserves, and the role of African Parks
Why slower travel, walking safaris, boating safaris, and deeper cultural connection are shaping the future of African tourism
Guest Information
Edward DeMarco Founder & Managing Director – Afrologi - afrologi.com Development strategist, writer, and long-time Africa traveller with extensive experience across East and Southern Africa
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered
Why Malawi offers Caribbean-like lake experiences, world-class scenery, and authentic travel with very few crowds
How conservation, community involvement, and walking safaris are reshaping safari travel in Zambia and Malawi
This week’s prize giveaway reminder: listeners can win unforgettable stays from Africa’s lodges and travel partners by subscribing and following the podcast
A few years from now, you will not remember how much it cost you, but you will always remember the memories you made. Keep Travelling.
Walking Safaris in the Kruger National Park, South Africa
07 Jan 2026
00:19:11
Episode Number: 57
Rhino Post Safari Lodge & Plains Camp – Seola Africa
Episode Summary
Discover the behind-the-scenes story of Seola Africa’s Rhino Post Safari Lodge and Plains Camp with long-time GM Marli Muller.
Learn how both camps operate with small teams, unique logistics, and a deep commitment to community employment.
Explore what makes Plains Camp the only luxurious, guided walking-safari camp of its kind inside the Kruger National Park.
Hear how Rhino Post blends natural, elevated bush-suite design with comfort, fine dining, and the famous sleep-out experience.
Understand the staff culture that has kept team members loyal for 10–20+ years, creating a true family environment.
Enjoy Marli’s inspiring personal journey — from preschool teacher to one of Kruger’s most respected safari managers.
Guest Information
Marli Muller — General Manager, Rhino Post Safari Lodge & Plains Camp
Key Takeaways
Plains Camp offers a rare, luxury walking-safari experience with only eight guests, creating deep connection and genuine digital detox.
Rhino Post delivers elevated bush-suite comfort, exceptional guiding, and unforgettable sleep-out platforms under the stars.
This week’s giveaway: A special prize from Seola Africa — details in the episode and at keeptravelling.africa/podcast. (If no giveaway, tell me and I’ll remove this line.)
An in-depth conversation with Sara Gardiner, co-founder of Matetsi Victoria Falls, set on a vast private game reserve along the Zambezi River.
How Matetsi sits within the wider KAZA Transfrontier Conservation Area, allowing wildlife to move freely across international borders.
What guests can expect from game drives, walking safaris, night drives, and immersive riverfront wilderness experiences.
The remarkable conservation turnaround at Matetsi, from decades of poaching pressure to thriving wildlife populations today.
Why Zimbabwean hospitality, cuisine, and warmth leave such a deep and lasting impression on visitors.
Sara’s personal journey from growing up in Zimbabwe, studying at Oxford, and returning home to help build a purpose-driven safari operation.
Guest Information:
Sara Gardiner – Co-Founder, Matetsi Victoria Falls
Key Takeaways:
Matetsi Victoria Falls offers a rare blend of private safari, riverfront serenity, and close proximity to Victoria Falls within one seamless experience.
The reserve’s conservation model focuses on long-term impact, combining wildlife protection, community upliftment, and education.
Staying at Matetsi allows guests to experience Zimbabwe at its most authentic, with space, silence, and a strong sense of place.
Episode Summary: Where Plains Camp is located inside the Kruger National Park. What makes this camp different from other properties in the area. Daily life for the guides and how walking safaris actually work. Living and working in a remote camp with no signal and pure nature. How the small team keeps things running for guests. The wildlife, the views, and the moments guests always talk about. Stories from James, Trinity, and Orance about their journeys in tourism. Why Plains Camp is peaceful, intimate, and perfect for people wanting a real bush experience.
Guest Information: James Smith – Guide Trinity Mashlaba – Waitress / Camp Support Orance Ringane – Tracker
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: The beauty and remoteness of Plains Camp and the power of walking safaris. The passion, teamwork, and heart of the people behind the camp. Life lessons, funny stories, and the wildlife encounters that shape every day.
The Fox family’s remarkable 40-year journey building seven camps across Southern and Western Tanzania.
What makes Southern Tanzania so unique compared to the Serengeti — vast parks, fewer vehicles, and wild, untouched landscapes.
The differences between their camps, from boat safaris on the Rufiji River to ballooning over Ruaha.
The incredible wildlife guests can expect, including lion populations, kudu, roan, sable, hyena, and over 570 bird species.
The heart of Foxes Camps — long-serving staff, multi-generation family teams, and that deep sense of belonging guests always rave about.
Jane’s honest insights into tourism in Tanzania today and why Southern Tanzania deserves far more global attention.
Guest Information
Jane Fox – Head of Sales & Marketing, Foxes Safari Camps
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered
Southern Tanzania offers wild, crowd-free safari experiences with huge landscapes, varied ecosystems, and intimate camps.
Foxes Camps operate like a family — loyal staff, long histories, and a warmth that makes every guest feel instantly at home.
This week’s giveaway: As mentioned in the outro, Keep Travelling is running weekly prize draws for unforgettable African getaways — enter via the Keep Travelling Podcast page: www.keeptravelling.africa/podcast
Seolo Africa (with Nikki Meyer) https://www.seoloafrica.com
Episode Summary:
How Seolo Africa grew from Rhino Post Safari Lodge and Plains Camp in Kruger to include Chundu Island and partner lodge Masuwe near Victoria Falls.
Why they kept walking safaris at Plains Camp and driven safaris at Rhino Post—and how sleep-out decks under the stars became a surprise hit.
The build-from-the-ground-up story: early days juggling construction, laundry, school runs, and first guests.
What sets them apart: unfenced camps, “outside-in” design, fair-trade ethos, four-star stays with five-star service.
Quick property snapshots: Plains Camp (8-bed tented, walking focus), Rhino Post (16-bed contemporary, game drives, finer dining), Sleep-Out Decks (tree-house style over a waterhole), Masuwe (close to town, easy transfers), Chundu Island (Zambezi views, family suites, birding heaven).
People and purpose: long-serving staff, attitude-over-CV hiring, and inspiring growth stories—from “Willie the best chef” to Sorta’s journey from housekeeping to senior ranger.
Guest Information: Nikki Meyer — Regional Operations Manager, Seolo Africa
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
Design for immersion: Unfenced, nature-first camps that bring the bush to your doorstep.
Build your circuit: Pair Plains Camp + Rhino Post for walk/drive variety, then add Chundu Island or Masuwe for a Kruger–Vic Falls combo.
Contact Information: Should you want to book or contact me directly, please email: rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Where in Rwanda does Byringiro guide? What makes Nyungwe National Park so unique? How did he start his guiding career? Which areas are his personal favorites? What kind of wildlife and bird species can be found there? How safe is Rwanda for international visitors today? What’s his vision for the future of Rwandan tourism?
Guest Information: Byringiro Ghadi – Professional Tour Guide, Rwanda
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: • Discover Nyungwe National Park – the “Birds’ Paradise” of Rwanda, home to over 320 bird species, including 30 endemics like the Regal Sunbird. • Explore the country’s most loved spots: Volcanoes National Park, Lake Kivu, and the legendary Thousand Hills. • Hear Byringiro’s take on Rwanda’s conservation success and how the country rebuilt itself into one of Africa’s safest and cleanest destinations. • Learn about community pride, eco-tourism growth, and how Rwanda is connecting sports, conferences, and nature to attract global visitors. • Enjoy a few laughs — including a surprise encounter with a snake in a safari vehicle!
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email: rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Where is the property located? What makes Hatari Lodge unique among Tanzania’s safari destinations? What film inspired the name “Hatari”? How accessible is the lodge for international guests? What nature and wildlife experiences can visitors expect? What makes the food at Hatari Lodge so special? Who’s the inspiring person behind the culinary philosophy? Prize giveaway details for podcast listeners.
Guest Information:
Joerg Gabriel – Director at Hatari Lodge
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
The incredible history behind Hatari, the 1960s John Wayne film shot where the lodge now stands.
Located between Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, within Arusha National Park — just an hour from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Guests can start their safari adventure immediately, even on a late-night arrival.
A malaria-free, cool mountain climate perfect for a relaxing start or end to any Tanzania itinerary.
Unique forest and mountain setting with habituated giraffes, blue monkeys, colobus monkeys, and over 500 bird species.
A pioneering “Wonder Garden Philosophy” focusing on culinary conservation — using indigenous ingredients from 1,500 small-scale farmers.
Hatari’s Chef John and his team craft dishes from over 200 local products, supporting community sustainability.
The lodge’s biogas system, organic sourcing, and zero waste approach redefine eco-luxury.
Weekly prize giveaway: a 2-night stay for two at Hatari Lodge to experience their sustainable safari firsthand.
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email: rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Where is The property? Was it always going to be tourism? A day at Kichaka Expeditions The easiest route in for International guests. The name behind the lodge Rewarding experiences with a guest Love for the area Wildlife experiences Who is special amongst your staff. Travelling to Africa
Guest Information: Andrew Molinaro - Co-owner
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: The vastness of the area Detached from civilisation
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Who is AirKenya and how are they different from Kenya Airways? Overview of Air Kenya’s operations across East Africa. Partnerships with Aerolink (Uganda) and Regional Air (Tanzania). Seamless safari connections — “Breakfast in the Mara, lunch in the Serengeti.” Charter services and bespoke flight experiences. Lounges and the safari-themed waiting area. Jean Uku’s aviation journey and career story. Most iconic destinations — Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Bwindi Forest. AirKenya’s role in connecting travellers to wildlife and wilderness. Sustainability and carbon-offset initiatives. Fleet details – Caravans, Dash-6, Dash-8, and Dash-7 aircraft. Operational challenges flying into remote airstrips. Weather, logistics, and maintaining guest comfort. Future plans and service improvements. Prize giveaway – return tickets for two between Nairobi and the Masai Mara.
Guest Information: Jean Uku – Marketing Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Premium safari airline offering seamless regional connectivity. Legacy brand combining professionalism, flexibility, and conservation-minded growth.
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email: rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Where is the property located? Was tourism always the plan? A day in the life at Vilanculos Beach Lodge. What makes the lodge unique? The special farewell ceremony for guests. Most rewarding guest experiences. Corporate social responsibility and the Goodwill Children’s Home. The returning guest phenomenon. Who visits Vilanculos and how do they travel there? What makes Mozambique and its people so special? Local culture and cuisine experiences with Dionisio. Wildlife encounters – dolphins, whale sharks, and dugongs. Who is special amongst your staff? Safety and travelling to Mozambique. Prize giveaway details.
Guest Information: Angela Caratelli – General Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Gateway to Bazaruto National Park. Hospitality with heart and genuine human connection.
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email: rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Number: 44 Rwandan Guide - Deo Ryumugabe https://www.linkedin.com/in/deogratias-ryumugabe-2a5aa0136/
Episode Summary: Where in Rwanda do you guide? Was it always going to be tourism? Favourite areas Travellers safety Traditional Foods Hopes for the future Where can people find you on-line?
Guest Information: Deo Ryumugabe - Rwandan Guide
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Beauty of Rwanda Safety Guaranteed
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel