KUONI INSIDER - Shona Napier

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africa

Before my first trip to Africa a friend told me that once you have the soil of Africa on your shoes, the love for Africa will never leave your heart.

Africa – its very name gets into your blood and there’s always something new to discover or a special place to return to. Just imagine the first sight of that special animal you have always wanted to see and suddenly it is in front of you. The first animal I ever saw on safari was a ground squirrel, and I have never looked back.

The experiences you can have are magical: the first look at a tiny baby mountain gorilla cradled in its mother’s arms; a very cross chimpanzee being disturbed by heavy rain; taking a walking safari and seeing the tiny insects and the plants that you would miss if you were on a vehicle and knowing that you are in their world, and that just for a little while you are a privileged guest. And the people of Africa are warm and so welcoming; if you can, make time to visit a local school where the children may sing for you. Many of our camps, as well as the Kuoni team, assist local schools and have, through donations, helped build new classrooms and supported them.

There are still so many places left to explore – I am already thinking of my next trip. My Africa, I hope you can share it with me."

Holidays in Africa

Africa is vast and diverse; intoxicating and enchanting.From Cairo to the Cape, its crowning as the ‘cradle of mankind’ rings true. Awe-inspiring in both sight and spirit, Africa teems with life. The mighty Nile has long been the life-blood for great ancient civilizations;and East Africa’s game-rich grasslands play host to the greatest wildlife show on earth. Never forget the sound of the lion’s roar – both chilling and exhilarating. A land like no other, Africa takes you back to the dawn of time.

  • Discover Egypt

    Have a perfect holiday to Egypt with Kuoni

    Immerse yourself in mystery and wonder on your luxury Egypt holidays. Home to two of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the iconic Nile, Egypt is a country worth savouring, and Kuoni can help you do just that.

    Discover Egypt
  • Discover Kenya

    The best for Kenya safari and beach holidays

    Discover the finest Kenya holidays available. Whether your heart’s desire is to experience the thrill of a Kenya safari in iconic big game destinations such as the Maasai Mara or relaxing on the endless Indian Ocean sandy beaches.

    Discover Kenya
  • Discover Tanzania

    The best for Tanzania beach and safari holidays

    From the white sand beaches, traditional farms and fishing villages of Zanzibar to the rolling plains of the wildlife-rich Serengeti and the snowcapped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania is simply mesmerising.

    Discover Tanzania
  • Discover South Africa

    Explore this extraordinary and diverse land

    Breathtakingly diverse in landscape and visitor experiences, a many first-time visitors make a beeline for the Cape, the Garden Route and Kruger National Park, and with good reason, but this amazing land rewards a longer-than-usual stay.

    Discover South Africa
  • Discover Botswana

    Camp under the stars, take a journey up river by boat and marvel at the awe inspiring Victoria Falls. There are plenty of photo opportunities, you may capture, herds of migrating zebra, elephants or big cats on film.

    Discover Botswana
  • Discover Zambia

    Zambia offers a multitude of exploration, Luangwa National Park, Lower Zambezi and Victoria Falls at Livingstone. Game viewing by day and night or on foot make for excellent safaris.

    Discover Zambia