2nd June 2015
#TravelTuesday Overland Travel Hacks
We turned 20 at the beginning of this week so we asked Company Director, Vivian McCarthy to turn up ten overland travel hacks for our fans. From charging up in…
19th May 2015
Tour Styles – what tour suits you?
Are you considering travelling to Africa in 2016? There's nothing more exciting than delving into a new continent and Africa's wild game, untouched deserts, ancient cultures, bustling cities and exotic…
21st April 2015
Africa’s UNESCO World Heritage sites
Africa has something to shout about when it comes to UNESCO World Heritage sites, the continent home to more than a few. Chosen for their cultural or natural significance, there…
7th April 2015
African Rail Adventures
The sound of steel wheels on steel tracks & the rhythmic chugging of an engine at work has been the soundtrack of adventure for many a traveller, the world…
3rd March 2015
ACACIA ACCOMMODATION
Curious about where you will be laying your head down at night whilst on your Acacia tour? Here at Acacia we have carefully selected the camps, lodges and hotels we…
13th February 2015
Feel the passion for Africa!
Valentines is the time of year when some of us book a table for two and others choose to stay single. If you’re opting to go solo there are plenty…
13th January 2015
Five African countries with spectacular sunrises and sunsets
It’s often said that African sunrises and sunsets are the best in the world and I certainly agree! Maybe it’s because Africa is so diverse, the landscape filled with rolling…
6th January 2015
Handy tips on packing for your Overland Trip!
THE secret to packing for an African overland trip is to keep it light. Even if it means sacrificing a favourite pair of shorts or that extra pair of shoes,…
25th November 2014
Record 1,020 rhino killed in South Africa!
The South African Government released record breaking figures last week as the number of rhinos killed by poachers this year reached 1,020. Topping 2013's figure of 1,004 this is a…
22nd October 2014
Johannesburg to Nairobi: exploring Southern and East Africa via overlanding truck.
There are more than 7000 kilometres worth of roads, natural landmarks and adrenaline-inducing tourist attractions between the South African capital Johannesburg and the Kenyan capital Nairobi. It's almost impossible to…