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2017 saw us sending travellers to far-flung corners of Africa on some truly spectacular trips, designed and created by guests themselves. But which was the most popular camp? Where did the most intrepid of travellers end up, and which destination was everyone clamouring to get to? Read on to find out what we (and our guests!) got up to in 2017\u2026<\/p>\n

\"Namibia<\/a>Most popular country<\/strong><\/p>\n

Namibia<\/h2>\n

2017 was the year that proved there really is something about Namibia<\/a>, and more people than ever designed trips to the spectacular country. We had once-in-a-lifetime safaris, complete with hot air balloon floats above the apricot-coloured dunes of Sossusvlei<\/a>, wildlife-watching extravaganzas in Etosha<\/a> and cultural encounters in Damaraland<\/a>. And if our recent enquiries are anything to go by, Namibia looks set to be just as popular in 2018\u2026<\/p>\n

\"Chikoko<\/a>Most off-the-beaten-track trip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Larry and Dunya do Zambia<\/strong><\/h2>\n

5 nights in South Luangwa National Park & Luambe National Park<\/em><\/p>\n

In August 2017, Larry and Dunya set off for Zambia for their first safari outside South Africa \u2013 and there was a little something different in store too\u2026 They settled in to the safari way of life at Flatdogs Camp<\/a> in the iconic South Luangwa<\/a>, where wildlife-filled game drives and all-day picnics were the name of the game. Then, it was off to Zambia\u2019s hidden gem, Luambe National Park<\/a>, for a couple of nights at the only camp in the pristine wilderness \u2013 Luambe Camp<\/a>. As well as fabulous walking safaris, we heard rumours of wild dog, herds of elephant crossing the river, and lion prides complete with teeny-tiny cubs. What an introduction to Zambia!<\/p>\n

Follow in Larry and Dunya\u2019s footsteps here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Most epic experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

Skeleton Coast Flying Safari<\/h2>\n

Namibia<\/em><\/p>\n

We like to think that most of our experiences are of the epic variety, but there\u2019s a few that get us really excited. In March 2017, Michael designed his trip to Namibia and, much to our delight, included a flying safari<\/a> with the legendary Schoeman brothers at Namibia\u2019s hauntingly-beautiful Skeleton Coast. As well as flying low over the mist-enshrouded beaches and dunes in a tiny Cessna, there\u2019s also the opportunity to hop in a Landrover and do some wildlife-watching from four wheels.<\/p>\n

Discover more about our epic Skeleton Coast flying safaris here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"machaba<\/a>Most popular route<\/strong><\/p>\n

Emily and Dan\u2019s Botswana Adventure<\/h2>\n

Botswana & Vic Falls<\/em><\/p>\n

Botswana<\/a> is one of those classic safari destinations that never fails to inspire – and a stop at the spectacular Victoria Falls<\/a> simply adds to the excitement. At the beginning of 2017, Emily and Dan began designing their honeymoon to the safari hotspot, and their awesome trip to Bots and Vic Falls<\/a> turned in to one of our most popular routes of the year! They took in all the highlights of the Makgadikgadi<\/a>, Okavango Delta<\/a> and Chobe<\/a>, and chose a variety of different camps to match their style and make the most of the activities on offer. Two nights in Zimbabwe<\/a> at our favourite waterfall made sure the trip ended with a bang \u2013 or should that be a splash?!<\/p>\n

Check out Emily and Dan\u2019s Botswana safari, and start designing your own today<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Sundowners<\/a>Our favourite South Africa trip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rhys and Pandora Hit South Africa<\/h2>\n

7 nights in Cape Town, Paternoster & Cederberg<\/em><\/p>\n

We promise we\u2019re not biased (well, maybe a little bit!), but we love a good South Africa<\/a> trip. In February 2017, Rhys and Pandora flew over from a wintery London and straight into South Africa\u2019s sunshine-strewn Western Cape. After a few days of beach-hopping in Cape Town<\/a>, they chose to head to the pretty fishing village of Paternoster for sunset beach walks and long, lazy lunches. Then it was off to the rock-strewn landscapes of the Cederberg, before ending with a few days of fine wine and even finer food in Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands<\/a>. Now that\u2019s the way to see the Cape\u2026<\/p>\n

Discover the Western Cape using Rhys and Pandora\u2019s trip<\/a> as a starting point.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"ngorongoro<\/a>Longest trip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jennifer & Scott’s multi-country adventure<\/h2>\n

15 nights in Cape Town, Tanzania & Pemba<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got a little time to spare, how about a multi-week, multi-country expedition with a taster of (almost) everything Africa has to offer? If that sounds up your street, look no further than Jennifer & Scott\u2019s African odyssey<\/a> for some serious travel inspiration. They eased into the continent with an exploration of Cape Town to take in the sights and sounds of our handsome city, before zooming off to see the Big Five in Tanzania\u2019s Ngorongoro Crater<\/a>. The Serengeti brought a few more days of wildlife-watching, and then it was time to hit the sandy shores of Pemba Island<\/a> for some much-needed R&R \u2013 and a little scuba diving!<\/p>\n

Create your multi-country adventure here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"kati<\/a>Most popular safari camp<\/strong><\/p>\n

Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp<\/h2>\n

Tanzania<\/em><\/p>\n

In 2017, our trips weren\u2019t just about luxury hotels. Our intrepid guests designed safaris with cross-country train journeys and sleek game lodges, off-the-beaten-track boltholes and grand private houses. But our most popular camp of 2017 was an authentic mobile camp in the heart of the Serengeti<\/a>, <\/span>Kati Kati Tented Camp<\/span><\/a>. Simple and functional (and a good bit stylish too!), the focus at Kati Kati<\/a> <\/span>is on top-class wildlife encounters and fabulous game viewing in two of the Serengeti\u2019s best locations \u2013 and it won\u2019t cost you an arm and leg either.<\/p>\n

Start designing your Serengeti safari here<\/a> \u2013 and include a couple of nights at Kati Kati too!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"DRC<\/a>Most adventurous trip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jessica and Josh\u2019s Trip to the DRC<\/h2>\n

11 nights in Rwanda & DRC<\/em><\/p>\n

We were green with envy when Jessica and Josh began designing their trip to Rwanda <\/span>and the DRC <\/span><\/a>\u2013 and even more so when the time came to travel. They kicked off their safari of a lifetime with chimpanzee trekking and canopy walks in Rwanda\u2019s primate-rich Nyungwe forest<\/a><\/span>. Next up was a night on the shores of the stunning Lake Kivu<\/a>, before a quick hop across the border to the DRC\u2019s Virunga National Park<\/a><\/span>, for some of the most incredible gorilla trekking on the continent. An adventure to say the least!<\/p>\n

Design your adventurous trip for 2018 now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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