This fantastic family safari in Kenya incorporates some of the most spectacular scenery in Africa. Here is what you can look forward to on the trip: Experience 3 different ecosystems with a vast array of species Explore the 14,000 acres of private wilderness of El Karama Ranch, frequented by abundant wildlife Enjoy the exclusivity of…
Category: Sandi Elkington
Kenya Captures Sandi's Heart
“You’re so lucky to travel to all these amazing places!” I hear this comment a lot. After 26 years in the travel industry, I certainly have seen my fair share of the world; all in the name of being educated about where I send my clients and what they are in for. They call them…
Elephant Pepper Camp
Luxurious safari tents, comfortable beds, a warm fire, hot chocolate, delicious afternoon teas, great fireside stories, wonderful sounds of the bush at night – Elephant Pepper Camp, in the Masai Mara, is without a doubt, one of the best camps I’ve been to in my nearly 22 years in this industry. It’s as if a…
Weight restrictions….Nope, they won’t weigh you naked!
Due to their location, many African safari camps are accessed by light aircraft. As these planes are small, there are size and weight restrictions (both for customers and their luggage). Just as passengers need to know in advance about the restrictions; it is even more important that we inform the airlines about any unusual shapes…
Indaba; Sandi's Experience
This was my second Indaba only, even though I’ve been in this industry for over 21 years. Pulse Africa has the fabulous philosophy of growing their staff and keeping them in the sun and happy. Last year I hit the ground running after missing my evening flight (that bit about travel agents making the worst…
Three Trees at Spionkop
When I was younger we used to hurl insults to the Afrikaans kids and they to us. Insults of rooinek and soutpiel were vollied with cries of crunchie and dutchman. After that we used to settle down to the serious business of riding our bikes, trekking through the veld and playing in the drains –…
