There is incredible diversity across Zimbabwe from the arid areas of Hwange National Park to the lush riverine landscapes alongside the Zambezi in Mana Pools, or the dramatic cliffs around Malilangwe. In each of these areas our clients enjoy fabulous hosting and guiding that gets them close to the wildlife ... Read more

Short break Access to Victoria Falls is terrific nowadays, and carriers such as Ethiopian and Kenya Airways make it easy to get there well within 24 hours of leaving home. With the Falls themselves and fabulous wildlife viewing on offer within easy reach of the international airport, it’s a great ... Read more

Aardvark Safaris has been arranging the best holidays with the very best guides and hosts in Africa for over two decades. We know them all, and can help our clients realise their dreams of experiencing Africa in the company of a true 'Old Hand'. Our favourite hosted safaris include: Fly ... Read more

Recent recces have reaffirmed our belief that Zimbabwe is one of the best safari destinations in Africa, with Francis, one of the longest standing members of the Aardvark Safaris' team pronouncing a safari there as 'the best  I’ve done'.  Fresh investment in the national parks makes it a fabulous place ... Read more

Giraffe are one of Africa's most mesmerising animals.  Spotting a head peering over the top of an acacia tree or admiring the effortless ease with which they canter across the plains never fails to delight.  They are rarer than many would think, with current estimates suggesting around 111,000 individuals - ... Read more

We’re missing our African travels as are, we imagine, many of our clients too. So, with help from our partners on the ground, we’ve gathered together a selection of videos to bring the wild of the African savannah to you. As well as providing enjoyment for us in our homes, ... Read more

I love an African holiday planning challenge, and while most of what I do is help to plan safari holidays, as a (lapsed) marathon runner I also get asked for my input on marathons in Africa, so I’ve rounded up some brief information on five of the most iconic. We’ve ... Read more

A bit of background first Victoria Falls is an essential stop on many southern African safaris - it is southern Africa’s adventure centre with plenty to do, and a wide choice of hugely different places to stay.  It’s where Aardvark Safaris was born too, with founders John Spence and Richard ... Read more

The original safaris were walking safaris and this is still one of the best ways to really experience Africa. With an expert guide alongside you, you’ll sense things around you in a way much more vivid than you would from a vehicle. It may be the case that you're not ... Read more

Victoria Falls, a safari in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, then a few days exploring Cape Town is like a like a classic sandwich with the safari as the filling.  It’s safari holiday that works brilliantly if you are looking for an exciting idea during the Easter holidays. Victoria Falls Victoria Falls ... Read more