Category Archives: Botswana

One of Africa’s deadliest mammals – the hippo!

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Lucinda

ShareLearn about this African safari icon There was a bit of focus on the Hippo last week – with Lise’s visit to Hippo Hollow and then also finding out about the almost human hippo, Jessica.  I thought it might be … Continue reading →

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Can we do more for our wildlife?

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Lucinda

ShareWildlife news and conservation stories are hot in the press at the moment.  With the recent  exposure of a Rhino poaching syndicate; the talk of Elephant hunting in East Africa; the sad poisoning of the Hoaruseb pride of Lions in … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: Lion Cubs

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Lucinda

ShareThere has been a fair focus on Lions this week with the release of “The Last Lions” movie trailor featuring Ma di Tau.   They are also one of the huge reasons people travel to Africa, to see these amazing creatures in … Continue reading →

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Traveling with Children to Africa

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Lucinda

ShareWith the midyear break looming many people have their vacations planned and will soon be gathering the family together for the annual summer break.  The other day I found an app that you download that helps you pack for your … Continue reading →

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