Sandy Wood, Author at Pulse Africa https://pulseafrica.com/author/sandy/ Discovering Africa's Best Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:55:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.1 https://pulseafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cropped-Pulse-Arica-Favicon-32x32.gif Sandy Wood, Author at Pulse Africa https://pulseafrica.com/author/sandy/ 32 32 Bird Spotting in Southern & Eastern Africa: A Birder’s Paradise https://pulseafrica.com/2025/10/07/bird-spotting-in-southern-eastern-africa-a-birders-paradise/ https://pulseafrica.com/2025/10/07/bird-spotting-in-southern-eastern-africa-a-birders-paradise/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:18:11 +0000 https://pulseafrica.com/?p=13147 The post Bird Spotting in Southern & Eastern Africa: A Birder’s Paradise appeared first on Pulse Africa.

]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2025/10/07/bird-spotting-in-southern-eastern-africa-a-birders-paradise/feed/ 0 Why Tanzania Offers the Best Luxury Safari Experience: Wildlife, Lodges, & Travel Tips https://pulseafrica.com/2025/09/16/why-tanzania-is-the-best-luxury-safari-destination/ https://pulseafrica.com/2025/09/16/why-tanzania-is-the-best-luxury-safari-destination/#respond Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:51:06 +0000 https://pulseafrica.com/?p=12913 Embark on a journey through Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes where each moment immerses you in the rich tapestry of nature and culture. From the vast savannahs of the Serengeti to the lush jungles of Ngorongoro Crater, your senses will be captivated by the vibrant colors and sounds of the wild. Imagine sipping fine wine as the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink while the calls of exotic birds fill the air. Our expert guides are not just your companions; they are storytellers, eager to share their knowledge of the land and its inhabitants, ensuring that every sighting is not just an encounter, but a shared experience that deepens your connection to this remarkable ecosystem. Whether you are chasing the thrill of witnessing a lioness with her cubs or marveling at the grace of a soaring eagle, your luxury safari with us promises unforgettable memories that will resonate long after your adventure ends.

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2025/09/16/why-tanzania-is-the-best-luxury-safari-destination/feed/ 0 Discover Victoria Falls – Africa’s Greatest Natural Wonder https://pulseafrica.com/2025/09/04/discover-victoria-falls-africas-greatest-natural-wonder/ https://pulseafrica.com/2025/09/04/discover-victoria-falls-africas-greatest-natural-wonder/#respond Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:40:39 +0000 https://pulseafrica.com/?p=12766 The post Discover Victoria Falls – Africa’s Greatest Natural Wonder appeared first on Pulse Africa.

]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2025/09/04/discover-victoria-falls-africas-greatest-natural-wonder/feed/ 0 The Cape Winelands: South Africa’s Premier Wine & Food Destination https://pulseafrica.com/2025/08/06/discover-the-cape-winelands-south-africa/ https://pulseafrica.com/2025/08/06/discover-the-cape-winelands-south-africa/#respond Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:18:22 +0000 https://pulseafrica.com/?p=12637 The post The Cape Winelands: South Africa’s Premier Wine & Food Destination appeared first on Pulse Africa.

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2021/12/06/mind-the-donkey/feed/ 0 A Welcome Walk in the Park https://pulseafrica.com/2019/10/15/a-welcome-walk-in-the-park/ https://pulseafrica.com/2019/10/15/a-welcome-walk-in-the-park/#respond Tue, 15 Oct 2019 05:50:33 +0000 https://pulseafrica.com/?p=7050 Table Mountain, a youthful 260 million years old and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, is one of the most iconic attractions in Cape Town. Over 1,000,000 visitors per year take the 5-minute cable car ride to the top of the mountain, while the more adventurous scramble to the top on foot. […]

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2019/10/15/a-welcome-walk-in-the-park/feed/ 0 What does a safari in Tanzania look like? https://pulseafrica.com/2017/08/22/safari-tanzania-look-like/ https://pulseafrica.com/2017/08/22/safari-tanzania-look-like/#respond Tue, 22 Aug 2017 05:37:05 +0000 http://pulseafrica.smartprofile.co.za/?p=5755 Have you been wondering what a real safari actually looks like? Close your door, sit back, turn the volume up and let us transport you to a magical world of fabulous wildlife, spectacular views and experiences that will rejuvenate your entire being. Nomad Tanzania’s Secret Season from Nomad Tanzania on Vimeo.

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2017/08/22/safari-tanzania-look-like/feed/ 0 We have found, just for you… https://pulseafrica.com/2017/08/02/we-have-found-just-for-you/ https://pulseafrica.com/2017/08/02/we-have-found-just-for-you/#respond Wed, 02 Aug 2017 08:31:08 +0000 http://pulseafrica.smartprofile.co.za/?p=5584 …an idyllic spot in a remote part of Kenya.  Set on top of a hill, the aptly named Sanctuary at Ol Lentille is an architect’s dream; a collection of quirky, eclectic buildings making up this little piece of paradise. There are not many places in the world where you can lie in bed, float in […]

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2017/08/02/we-have-found-just-for-you/feed/ 0 Take A Walk On The Wild Side…. https://pulseafrica.com/2016/11/02/take-walk-wild-side/ Wed, 02 Nov 2016 14:40:01 +0000 http://pulseafrica.com/?p=2331 That line from Lou Reed’s brilliant album Transformer has a rather different connotation to that which I am talking about here . A walk on the wild side in Africa, specifically Tanzania in this case with Wayo Africa, offers the visitor the following : On foot you are a participant in the world of wildlife; in […]

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]]> Abandoned in the Masaai Mara https://pulseafrica.com/2015/11/24/abandoned-in-the-masaai-mara/ https://pulseafrica.com/2015/11/24/abandoned-in-the-masaai-mara/#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2015 10:35:48 +0000 http://pulseafrica.com/?p=1493 It is Kenyatta Day in Kenya, October 20th. Actually it is now known as Mashujaa or Heroes Day. Big celebrations are to be held in Nairobi and as a result, the government have declared that Nairobi air space be closed for much of the morning. This meant my flight from Nairobi left earlier than usual. […]

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2015/11/24/abandoned-in-the-masaai-mara/feed/ 1 Kwandwe Private Game Reserve https://pulseafrica.com/2015/06/05/kwandwe-private-game-reserve/ https://pulseafrica.com/2015/06/05/kwandwe-private-game-reserve/#respond Fri, 05 Jun 2015 11:50:50 +0000 http://pulseafrica.com/?p=728 “Look at those elephants mum, they are so quiet, they look like ghosts in the moonlight.” This was my daughter and we were enjoying sundowners at Kwandwe Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape. The elephant would have gone unnoticed were it not for her sharp eyes in the fast dimming evening light. Kwandwe is ideal […]

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]]> https://pulseafrica.com/2015/06/05/kwandwe-private-game-reserve/feed/ 0 Samara Game Reserve – Home Away From Home https://pulseafrica.com/2015/05/27/samara-game-reserve/ https://pulseafrica.com/2015/05/27/samara-game-reserve/#respond Wed, 27 May 2015 10:54:43 +0000 http://pulseafrica.com/?p=692 I have been exploring lodges and camps around Africa for most of my adult life but it is not often that I am made to feel completely at home. Samara Game Reserve, in the heart of the Karoo, South Africa is one such place. Perhaps it was the family dogs; the happy, smiling staff; perhaps […]

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