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Madagascar’s Weird & Wonderful Wildlife

8/24/2026 • Devon Heuer

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Introducing Madagascar’s Most Weird and Wonderful Creatures

Madagascar feels less like another safari destination and more like evolution’s private laboratory. Isolated for millions of years, this extraordinary Indian Ocean island is home to wildlife found nowhere else on Earth—from singing indris and wide-eyed aye-ayes to elusive fossas, impossibly small chameleons, flamboyant insects, and reptiles that can seemingly disappear into a tree. For travelers accustomed to Africa’s lions, elephants, and giraffes, Madagascar offers something entirely different: intimate forest walks, nocturnal wildlife searches, extraordinary photography, fascinating cultural encounters, and a chance to discover species whose survival is inseparable from the protection of the island’s remaining wild landscapes.

Regenerative Travel in Africa

7/30/2026 • Devon Heuer

Regenerative Travel in Africa: How Your Safari Can Help Protect Wildlife and Empower Communities

Discover how regenerative travel in Africa goes beyond sustainability by protecting wildlife, empowering local communities, and ensuring every luxury safari leaves a lasting positive impact.

Endangered African wildlife and conservation

7/16/2026 • Devon Heuer

10 of Africa's Most Endangered Animals—and Where to See Them

Discover ten of Africa's most endangered animals, learn why they matter, and explore the best safari destinations where responsible tourism helps protect their future.

What you need to know Before Booking a Safari

6/19/2026 • Devon Heuer

What You Need to Know Before Booking an African Safari

Planning your first safari? Discover everything you need to know before booking, from choosing the right destination and season to understanding costs, accommodations, and wildlife experiences.

Cape Floral Kingdom fynbos with ocean views near Cape Point

5/18/2026 • Devon Heuer

10 amazing things about South Africa – and how to experience them

From the Cape Floral Kingdom to Big Five safaris and ancient rock art, discover 10 unforgettable South African experiences—and how to enjoy them in elevated, luxury style.

On Safari

4/27/2026 • Devon Heuer

East Africa’s Safari Gateway Cities: Where Your Journey Begins

Discover East Africa’s top safari gateway cities—Nairobi, Mombasa, Arusha, Kigali, and Entebbe—and how to make the most of your time before your safari adventure begins.

Top 10 Adventure activities and destinations in Southern Africa

4/9/2026 • Devon Heuer

Top 10 Adventure Activities & Destinations in Southern Africa

Discover the top 10 adventure experiences in Southern Africa—from Devil’s Pool at Victoria Falls to walking safaris, canoeing the Okavango Delta, and hiking the Drakensberg.