26th November 2012
Was I CRAZY to move to Arusha?
So many people ask how my life has changed since I moved to Arusha & I often struggle to explain the differences between life in Cape Town and life in…
19th November 2012
The Maasai Way!
The Jewellery The Maasai tribe (or Masai) is a unique and popular tribe. Despite education, the change in land areas and western cultural influences, the Maasai people have clung to…
14th November 2012
A change of perspective!
When you travel to Africa, and indeed anywhere else in the world, the photos you take capture the adrenaline rush of seeing your destination through the lens of a one-time…
31st October 2012
10 Must Do’s in Africa!
As a guide for Acacia Africa I am fortunate enough to be able to see 100's of amazing places and experience some of my favorite activities, when I am on…
1st October 2012
Packing essentials for the Over-prepared Overlander!
Congratulations and good choice in choosing Acacia Africa! As we are approaching our 4th week of overlanding, sitting on the back of the truck with average and not a great…
3rd August 2012
Top 10 novels to read on your African adventure
A trip to another country can often be enhanced by reading a book set in your country of travelling. Whether it is a fiction or non-fiction book, set in the…
17th July 2012
Why Acacia Africa Overlanding is a cool Must !!
It is a simple answer really! Acacia have the best coolest trucks, all identical, no ugly rattlers, we are young and funky, the most experienced crew members (some have been…
13th June 2012
4 out of 5 ain’t bad!
Our trip to the Serengeti was the most spectacular tour that I ever endured in my life and true to the movie ‘The Lion King’. Within ½ hour we…
29th May 2012
Spicy Zanzibar
So it was off to Zanzibar and the beautiful beaches! I always look forward to our 3 days on the 'spice island' as it's a chance to relax and we…
7th May 2012
Oh how we LOVE you Zanzibar
Zanzibar is certainly one of my top destinations to travel. The turquoise waters, fine white sand, historical buildings and narrow alleyways, busy markets and friendly people, really is a…