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Golf Getaway on the Garden Route, South Africa
28 Jan 2026
00:16:05
Episode Number: 60
Property / Guest Name
Ashley Weir - Golf Director
Episode Summary
Ashley Weir shares insight into what makes Pezula Championship Course one of the most distinctive golf experiences along South Africa’s Garden Route
A closer look at how course design, cool-season grass, and natural fynbos shape the playing experience at Pezula
What it takes to operate and maintain a championship golf course in a coastal environment
Behind-the-scenes realities of hosting Sunshine Tour events and professional tournaments
Why Pezula continues to attract international golfers and returning visitors
How Pezula fits into a wider Garden Route golf journey for travellers exploring the Western Cape
Guest Information
Ashley Weir Director of Golf – Pezula Championship Course Based in Knysna, South Africa
Key Takeaways / Topics Covered
Why Pezula offers a rare balance of championship golf, coastal scenery, and natural surroundings
How seasonality and course setup influence playability throughout the year
This week’s prize giveaway reminder: listeners can win a four-ball at Pezula Championship Course, including golf carts, by entering here.
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
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
Episode Number: 43 Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel https://sunrisehotel.co.za/
Episode Summary: Where is The property? What makes does a rooms division manager do? What do guests always rave about after leaving the property? Traditional foods A favourite spot What nature experiences can be expected? Who is special amongst your staff. Prize giveaway
Episode Summary: Where is The property? What makes your property different? What do guests always rave about after leaving the property? Making guests feel at home. A rewarding experience. What nature experiences can be expected? Who is special amongst your staff. Prize giveaway
Guest Information: Gavin Louw - Sales Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: The swimming Iphone Prize tour
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Where is The property? What is a normal day? A story behind the name. What do guests always rave about after leaving the property? Making guests feel at home. Who is special amongst your staff. Ex soldiers and visiting South Africa Your story on line? Prize giveaway
Guest Information: Doug Rattray - Managing Director
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: The battles of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift Prize tour
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Summary: Where is The property? How to get there. 2 Properties What wildlife can be spotted? Clientele Staff Compliment Conservation About Keshandren
Guest Information: Keshandren Pillay - Group Sales Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Working with visitors and the community
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Safari at Savanna Private Game Reserve, South Africa
03 Sep 2025
00:18:25
Episode Number: 38 Savanna Private Game Reserve http://savannalodge.com/
Episode Summary: Where is The property? Was it always going to be tourism? Why makes your property different? What do guests rave about when leaving? Favourite Spot Making guests feel at home. What's been your most rewarding experience that you've had with a particular guest? Funny Story Great Staff and Community! Hopes for the future Safety of Africa
Guest Information: Neil Whyte - General Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Working with the community The beauty of the area and insignificance of nature
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? Why makes your property different? What do guests rave about when leaving? Making guests feel at home. What's been your most rewarding experience that you've had with a particular guest? Love of the area Traditions and Great Food. Great Staff! Safety of Africa Prize Give-away
Guest Information: Daniel Zents - General Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Prize Give-aways The beauty of the area and insignificance of nature
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Episode Number: 37 Three Tree Hill Lodge https://www.threetreehill.co.za/
Episode Summary: Where is The property? Was it always going to be tourism? Why is Three Tree Hill different? What do guests rave about when leaving? What's been your most rewarding experience that you've had with a particular guest? Traditions and Great Food. Great Staff! Conservation Nature experiences Prize Give-away
Episode Number: 36 Ocean House Guest House https://daosa.com.na/ocean-house/
Episode Summary: Where is The property? How did you get into tourism? Why is Ocean House Guest House different? What do guests rave about when leaving Ocean House Guest House? What's been your most rewarding experience that you've had with a particular guest? Something funny. Great Food. Great nature and fun experiences Great Staff! What do you want guests to take away? Why shouldn't people be nervous of visiting Africa?
Guest Information: Shaun Taylor - General Manager
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Prize Give-aways The beauty of the area and insignificance of the area
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
East African Reptiles https://taaf-eastafricanreptiles.org/watamu-snake-farm/
Episode Summary:
Where is The property? How did you end up as curator? A normal day Funding. About Snakes and anti-venom Rewarding experiences Touching Stories Staff Visiting Africa for the first time?
Little Ruckomechi https://www.wildernessdestinations.com/africa/zimbabwe/mana-pools-national-park/little-ruckomechi
Episode Summary:
Where is The property? A normal day at Little Ruckomechi? Why is Little Ruckomechi different? What do guests rave about when leaving Little Ruckomechi?? What is your favourite place at Little Ruckomechi How do you make guests feel at home? Most rewarding guest experience? Something funny. Something misunderstood about your job. Who amongst your staff makes a huge difference? What do you want guests to take away? Why shouldn't people be nervous of visiting Africa?
Guest Information:
Graham Simmonds
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
The beauty of the area and insignificance of us
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Where is Intel? How do you get there? Wellness in the Wild Coast A Nature Lover’s Escape Tailor-Made Eastern Cape Itineraries Community Upliftment & Staff Empowerment Initiatives Sustainability Efforts Across Authentic Retreats Expansion Plans & The Future of Authentic Retreats Something funny Prize Giveaway
Where is Intel? How do you get there? What do you offer? Reopening!!! Staffing Clientele profile Working Team Conservation & education Something funny Prize Giveaway
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.)
What is it about Africa? What is Acacia is Africa? Is Africa safe? Being around animals! The different cultures African favourites Conservation & education Something funny Prize Giveaway
Where are you and travellers coming through? What happens out there? Accessibility Special occasions Family Business & Activities Staff About Natasha Something Funny Prize Giveaway
Bannister Hotel - Johannesburg https://bannisterhotel.co.za/
Episode Summary:
Where are you? What made you invest in the CBD About the CBD Johannesburg New amenities Is Johannesburg dangerous? Staff and Giving back Andrew being Mr Johannesburg Prize Giveaway
Where are you and how to get there! About the property - Rooms & Activities Kids activities Off grid and sustainability Staff and Giving back About Rolf and something funny Prize Giveaway
Where are you and how to get there! About the property Rooms & Activities Pods and Beauty of the area Predators Star gazing and other activities. Kids activities Off grid and sustainability About Justin and something funny
Guest Information:
General Manager: Justin Boshoff
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
Star Gazing Spectacle Prize Giveaway: www.wildsunsets.travel/podcast About Mount Camdeboo
Contact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email: mailto:rael@wildsunsets.travel
Blog Post: Please find the shortened version blog post of this podcast at: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/blog/
Beach Holiday on Lake Malawi
14 May 2025
00:13:29
Episode Number: 23
Owner: Paul Simkin
Episode Summary:
Where are you and how to get there! Beauty of the area Activities & safety Lodge size Giving back Client base About Paul and something to remember
Where are the properties and how to get there! Lower Zambezi What to expect Best Marketing Practices Dulini Stand Out Activities Things for kids Staff Poaching A funny story
Guest Information:
Sales Manager - Jaryd Povall Safari Manager and in charge of digital and social media marketing - Neil Jennings
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.
Where are you based physically and how to get there! Stay and Activities and Fishing Current Political Status Quo Sustainability Susana's Journey and Achievements Hospitality Stories Prize Giveaway
Where are you based physically and how to get there! Stay and Activities and Fishing Current Political Status Quo Sustainability Christian's Journey Hospitality Stories Prize Giveaway
Spa and wellness sanctuary, Hout Bay, South Africa
04 Apr 2025
00:16:22
Episode Number: 18
General Manager @ Future Found Sanctuary
Episode Summary:
Where are you based physically Stay and Activities Wellness & Treatments & Safety Clientelle Sustainability & Organic Natural Food Andrew's Journey & Looking After Clients Hospitality Stories Prize Giveaway
Sales, Marketing and Reservations Manager @ Shenton Safaris, Zambia
Episode Summary:
Where are you based physically Open season Where are the camps situated geographically Getting There The different camps How long do people stay? Main activities Staff and Sustainability Alexandra's Journey
Guest Information:
Alexandra Harrison
https://www.shentonsafaris.com/
Key Takeaways or Topics Covered:
Safari Opportunities in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Where are you situated geographically Details of The Property Activities Offered Getting There Staff and Sustainability About Nathalie Something Funny Prize Draw
Leisure Sales Manager @ Newmark Hotels and Reserves
Episode Summary:
Waterfront Properties Sea Point & Mouille Properties Hout Bay Properties Winelands Properties Gauteng Properties Outside of South Africa Properties Prize draw
How to get there? The property! Where else can one go? The Community and the National Park Poaching About the lake and enticing oversees visitors to visit Something Funny
Winners will be contacted after the draw which takes place 1 month after the podcast’s episode airs
By accepting the prize, the winner agrees to be interviewed and agrees that this interview can be used in whole or part for future advertising & marketing purposes.
• Contact Information:
Should you want to contact me directly, please email: mailto:rael@wildsunsets.travel
• Episode Transcript:
Please find the transcript to this episode and others at our blog page: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/blog/