Lisa de Swardt

Meet Lisa de Swardt, Pulse Africa’s Jill-of-all-trades.

Born and raised in Kenya, Lisa has a deep seeded passion for all things African. Pursuing a career in the travel industry seemed an obvious route to follow and now, many years later, Lisa has evolved from consulting to marketing and all things IT.

Lisa’s Favourite Places: The Kenyan coast and Laikipia.
Top Travel Tip: Ask the locals where to eat, shop and watch the sunset.
Lisa Never Travels Without: Her many kikois
Her Favourite Pastime: Making jewellery

Cool Things I’ve Done

Kissed a giraffe in Kenya
Watched the sunrise on a new year on the Kenyan coast
Swam with dolphins in Zanzibar
Watched the Rhino Charge in Kenya
Went shopping in Stone Town
Did a self-drive trip along the Garden Route in South Africa
Did the Sentinel Peak Chain Ladder hike in the Drakensberg
Went on a walking safari in Northern Kruger
Witnessed the migration in the Serengeti
Stayed at some of the most spectacular lodges in Africa

My Bucket List

Self-drive from South Africa to Kenya
Go on a camel safari in Northern Kenya
Go to a yoga retreat on the Kenyan coast
Sleep under the stars in the Kalahari
Visit the rock churches of Lalibela
Explore the markets of Marrakech
Travel around the island of Madagascar
Do a sailing trip on a traditional dhow off the East African coast
Eat lobster at the Rock Restaurant in Zanzibar
Learn traditional skills from the silversmiths of Ibo Island

Lisa Seinker’s

Meet Lisa Seinker, Pulse Africa’s Southern Africa Travel Specialist.

Hailing from the vibrant city of Cape Town, Lisa maintains a deep affection for her hometown. Boasting a career spanning over three decades in the industry, she possesses unparalleled knowledge and expertise in Southern Africa. Lisa’s true passion lies in meticulously crafting unforgettable, bespoke experiences for her clients.

Lisa’s favourite place to visit: Cape Town

Top travel tip: Check your passport well in advance and make sure it has not expired.

Never travel without: Your camera, binoculars and some good books to read.

Favourite pastime: Tennis

Cool Things I’ve Done

White Water Rafting in Victoria Falls
Helicopter trip over the Okavango Delta
Experienced Mokoro trips in the Okvango Delta
Stayed at some of the top game lodges in the Kruger
Swam in the Dead Sea in Israel
Climbed Masada in Israel

My Bucket List

Further explore the remoter parts of East Africa
Experience the chimpanzees of Mahale
Climb Kilimanjaro
Travel all around Europe

WHERE CAN I GO?

Where can I go in Africa?

EXPLORE AFRICA

Botswana

Blessed with towering elephants, zebra crossings and enigmatic landscapes, Botswana is one of the great safari destinations in Africa.

Explore Botswana

Botswana

Kenya

With hauntingly beautiful landscapes supporting an abundance of wildlife, impossibly beautiful weather and the most friendly, welcoming people, Kenya is the quintessential safari destination.

Explore Kenya

Kenya

Madagascar

From the moment you arrive in Madagascar, a sense of the unusual envelops you. Explore one of the most biodiverse places in the world as most of what you’ll see here is like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Explore Madagascar

Madagascar

Mauritius

Nowhere else can you indulge in flaky croissants for breakfast and seafood curry for dinner, or admire pastel-coloured Hindu temples on the road alongside French colonial mansions. With a hypnotic blend of Indian, African and French influences, Mauritius is a gem that enchants all who visit.

Explore Mauritius

Mauritius

Mozambique

Mozambique is no ordinary holiday destination. It uniquely combines not only spectacular beaches, but also impressive colonial architecture and fascinating local culture.

Explore Mozambique

Mozambique

Namibia

Namibia is a land of incredible contrasts and colours where dry, arid desert meets the roaring Atlantic Ocean.

Explore Namibia

Namibia

Rwanda

Prepare to be left in awe as you adventure into mist-shrouded forests and lush tea plantations. Holidays in Rwanda offer a heart-stopping adventure and wonderful wildlife encounters.

Explore Rwanda

Rwanda

Seychelles

When the going gets tough, the tough get going; whilst the rest of us conjure our ideal escape, dreaming of the Seychelles with golden beaches, secluded coves, and tropical coco de mer palms.

Explore Seychelles

Seychelles

South Africa

From city getaways to safaris and beach holidays, South Africa is a world in one country, accommodating all types of travellers. Fondly known by locals as the 'Rainbow Nation', this is an extraordinary country to which you will want to return again and again.

Explore South Africa

South Africa

Tanzania

The name Tanzania conjures up images of wildebeest stampeding across vast savannah, rain forests teeming with monkeys and birdlife, and great plains full of legions of game. All of these natural wonders and more are on offer in this exceptionally diverse African nation.

Explore Tanzania

Tanzania

Uganda

Uganda is one of the most beautiful countries in Africa. With its dense misty forests, snow-peaked mountains, glassy lakes and sprawling savannas, it’s no wonder this beautiful country is dubbed the Pearl of Africa.

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Uganda

Zambia

A holiday in Zambia bursts with adventure and natural beauty. From awe-inspiring walking safaris and exhilarating white-water rafting, to seeing one of the world’s largest waterfalls, there are very few places left in the world where such wild experiences are still possible.

Explore Zambia

Zambia

Zanzibar

The archipelago of Zanzibar comprises several islands in the Indian Ocean that bead their way down the shores of East Africa, just off the coast of Tanzania. This group of islands, surrounded by beaches that rate among the world’s most beautiful, will allow you to discover peace and serenity unlike anything you've ever experienced.

Explore Zanzibar

Zanzibar

Zimbabwe

Bungee jump over Victoria Falls, white water raft down the Zambezi River, canoe beside fish eagles swooping over Lake Kariba or soak up the magic of the bush in Hwange National Park. A safari holiday in Zimbabwe piques all the senses.

Explore Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe

WHERE CAN I GO?

Botswana

Kenya

Madagascar

Mauritius

Mozambique

Namibia

Rwanda

Seychelles

South Africa

Tanzania

Uganda

Zambia

Zanzibar

Zimbabwe

Bronwen Dearham

Meet Bronwen, Pulse Africa’s Eastern and Southern Africa Travel Expert.

Bronwen has travelled extensively around the countries that she sells and has developed a special love for each of them.

She loves nothing more than sharing her passion for these countries with her clients.

Bronwen’s Favourite Place:Old Mdonya River Camp, Ruaha National Parki
Top Travel Tip: always smile and be nice.
Bronwen’s Never Travels Without: A good book and her camera
Her Favourite Pastime:waking up before everyone else and enjoying a strong coffee whilst listening to the birds chatter

Cool Things I’ve Done

Watched a large breeding herd of elephants walk across a dry lake in Amboseli
Canoed on the Zambezi River in Lower Zambezi NP where I got very close to the largest crocodile I have ever seen.
Trekked gorillas in Uganda, nothing ever prepares you for the moment you see them up close.
Went White water rafting in Victoria falls
Watched a herd of elephants dig for water in a dry riverbed in Ruaha National Park
Walked on foot in the Selous and was followed by an elephant who stopped to smell everything we touched
Went Camel trekking and camping under the stars in Kenya.
Watched the sunset from a houseboat on Chobe River whilst listening to hippo and fish eagles around us.
Snorkelled off a dhow in the bay in Mafia

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My Bucket List

Spend time in Katavi National Park for remoteness and large herds
Walk in Kafue National Park
Self-drive and camp in the Kgakagadi Transfrontier Park.
Go on a night desert walk in Swakopmund
Go on a canoe trip on the Orange River
Camp in the Central Kalahari (Botswana)
Visit and camp in Namaqualand in Spring
Camp under the stars in the desert in Morocco
Spend a night in a tree house in Hwange National Park and sleep under the stars
Do a 4 Day Walking safari in the Kruger

Vanessa Massyn

Meet Vanessa, Pulse Africa’s Southern Africa Travel Specialist.

Vanessa was born and raised in the Mpumalanga Lowveld, which is one of her favourite places in South Africa. She spent her entire 20’s travelling the globe and in her thirties, she settled down and started working in the travel industry, which she’s been doing for the last 15 years.

Vanessa’s passion is travel and her favourite book is an atlas! She is raising a beautiful little girl and they live – together with their 3 dogs – in Johannesburg.

Vanessa’s favourite place: Prague

Top travel tip: Immerse yourself in the culture of the country you’re travelling in.

Vanessa never travels without: a good book, a diary and an open mind.

Her favourite pastime: writing, reading, gardening, cooking.

Cool Things I’ve Done

Lived on the island of Koh Tao, Thailand for 3 months.
Snorkelled in the Nosy Be archipelago and experienced lemurs in their natural habitat on Nosy Komba.
Floated on the Dead Sea.
Travelled by train through the Alps.
Visited Auschwitz in Poland.
Had high tea at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai.
Bungee jumped off the bridge at Vic Falls.
Swam with whale sharks off the coast of central Mozambique.
Sailed on a dhow down the Nile.
Found some enlightenment in an ashram in Varanasi, India.

My Bucket List

Follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and sail the Beagle Channel in South America.
Trekking through the Patagonian mountains.
Experience the Aurora Borealis from Lapland or Alaska.
Visit Iceland in the summer.
Spend time on the Galapagos Islands.
Go on a European Canal Barge Cruise with my best friends.
Travel through Morocco, sampling the best in Moroccan food and buying textiles.
Snorkel anywhere along the Great Barrier Reef.
Experience the Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
Island hopping in Croatia.

Kath Robins

Having stepped away from the travel industry for a few years, Kath Robins is returning to her passion. As an avid traveller with a now empty nest, Kath is looking forward to sharing and experiencing the destination expertise offered by Pulse Africa.

Favourite Place(s) :Seychelles and Yorkshire

Top Travel Tip :Expect the unexpected

Never Travel Without :A sense of humour and wonder, a camera

Favourite Pastime :Painting and reading

Cool Things I’ve Done

Sailed around the British Virgin Islands
Island hopped around the Seychelles
Worked in ski resorts in Austria and the USA
Visited the pyramids in Egypt
Rafted down the Orange River
Been in a pirogue off St Marie, Madagascar
Slack packed : Green Mountain Trail, Wild Coast Meander, Kruger Park and Tsitsikama
Climbed to the top of Uhuru (Ayers Rock) to watch the sunrise
Helicoptered between Nice and Monte Carlo
Helicoptered over the Grand Canyon

My Bucket List

See the Northern Lights
See a murmuration
Experience the flowers in Namaqualand
Guilet around Croatia
Go Gorilla trekking in Rwanda or Uganda
Do a painting workshop in Florence
Go on a cooking course in the South of France, Tuscany or Sicily
Experience even more of Africa and South Africa
*all the above with family and friends to make it even more special

Bronwen Pearson

Meet Bronwen, Pulse Africa’s Eastern and Southern Africa Travel Expert.

Bronwen has travelled extensively around the countries that she sells and has developed a special love for each of them.

She loves nothing more than sharing her passion for these countries with her clients.

Bronwen’s Favourite Place: Old Mdonya River Camp, Ruaha National Park
Top Travel Tip: Always smile and be nice
Bronwen Never Travels Without: A good book and her camera
Her Favourite Pastime: Waking up before everyone else and enjoying a strong coffee whilst listening to the birds chatter

Cool Things I’ve Done

• Watch a large breeding herd of elephants walk across a dry lake in Amboseli
• Canoe on the Zambezi River in Lower Zambezi NP where I got very close to the largest crocodile I have ever seen
• Trek gorillas in Uganda, nothing ever prepares you for that moment seeing them up close
• White water rafting in Victoria falls
• Watch a herd of elephants dig for water in a dry river bed in Ruaha National Park
• Walking on foot in the Selous and being followed by an elephant who stopped to smell everything we touched
• Walking Safari in Hwange National Park and getting close to an elephant …safe distance, excellent guide very thrilling and educational
• Camel trekking and camping under the stars from Sabuk
• Watching the sunset from a house boat on Chobe River listening to hippo and fish eagles (with a cold beer in hand – you might not want to add that part)
• Snorkeling off a dhow in the bay in Mafia
• Bird watching in Lake Manyara National Park from Wayo Camp

My Bucket List

• Spend time in Katavi National Park for remoteness and large herds
• Walking in Kafue National Park
• Self drive and camping in the Kgakagadi Transfrontier Park
• Night desert walk in Swakopmund
• Orange River Canoe trip
• Camp in the Central Kalahari
• Visit and camp in Namaqualand in Spring
• Camp in the desert in Morocco under the stars
• Spend a night in a tree house in Hwange National Park and sleep under the stars

Leandra Hanger

Meet Leandra Hanger, Pulse Africa’s Supplier and Rates Guru.

Leandra is our product and rates guru and coffee connoisseur. Her organisational skills are second to none and subsequently we have a highly sophisticated product information system. Not only does she negotiate some fabulous rates for our clients, but she ensures that the consultants are always up to date with the latest product training.

Leandra’s Favourite Place: South Africa
Top Travel Tip: Always trust to travel expert at Pulse Africa, and research your destination…this will prepare you to be blown away!
Leandra Never Travels Without: Passport, travel insurance, camera and bottled up excitement!
Her Favourite Pastime: Spending time with my family and sharing special memories with family and friend….over coffee!

Cool Things I’ve Done

Bungee jumped out of a cable car in the Swiss Alps
Did an island hopping from historic Paros to breathtaking Santorini
Enjoyed traditional Greek coffee on Monastiraki Square with the Acropolis in the background
Attended a traditional Irish wedding at Kilkea Castle….still the best wedding ever!
Took my Granny to see Phantom of the Opera on the West End
Spent 1994 Easter in Budapest with a Hungarian family. Visited underground churches and local festivals
Celebrating New Year in Harakof, attended the German Bierfest, skied in Salsburg, and swam down the Aare river in Bern for my 21^st Birthday!
Overlanded through Southern Africa including the Caprivi trip in Nambia, Okavango Delta Zambia and beautiful Lake Malawi
Snorkelled in Praslin Island, Seychelles
Hiked Table Mountain
Gone skydiving and dune quad biking in Swakopmund
Done a sunrise balloon safari over the Magaliesburg.

My Bucket List

Attend the Gorilla christening ceremony in Rwanda
Head to Uganda to visit the organic coffee farmers in the Sipi Falls region, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and attempt white river rafting on the Nile
Experience a hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti
Explore Southern Africa in an overland vehicle with my children, including trekking over the Lesotho mountains on donkeys
Explore the coffee plantations of Ethiopia, taking part in their world-renowned coffee ceremonies. Learn more about their ancient civilisations and history
Explore Reunion, from the rich and diverse marine life to the Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world’s most accessible active volcanoes
Fly to Antarctica and sleep at the South Pole

Nancy Wood

Meet Nancy Wood, Pulse Africa’s Marketing Guru and Africa Travel Specialist.

Our resident Canadian, Nancy Wood came to Johannesburg in 2001 for a 3-year posting … and never left! She has travelled extensively on the continent and offers a foreign perspective in planning African travel for her clients.

Nancy’s Favourite Place: Sabi Sands
Top Travel Tip: When deciding what to pack: Take half the clothes and twice the money!
Nancy Never Travels Without: A patient attitude- it goes a long way
Her Favourite Pastime: Dancing and tennis. Not at the same time

Cool Things I’ve Done

Experienced a four-month, self-drive, camping adventure with my husband and 4 kids (aged 6-12) from Johannesburg to Alexandria (our own version of Cape to Cairo!)
Enjoyed the sights, sounds and smells of magical Zanzibar, complete with Masaai dancers and fresh sugar cane juice at the vibrant night market, frolicking in the turquoise waters, walking on the white sand beaches and getting lost in the winding alleyways of the UNESCO heritage site of Stone Town
Watched countless zebra and wildebeest crossing the Mara River in Kenya during the annual great migration, while they attempted to avoid the lurking mouths of the crocodiles below
Lain still and silent on the white endless plains of the Makgadikgadi salt pans in Botswana
Broke the fast during Ramadan with a welcoming family in Sudan
Slept under the stars on a canoe trip down the Orange River in Namibia
Screamed with joy (and terror) while doing the zipline canopy tour in the beautiful Tsitsikamma indigenous forest, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Admired the astonishing architectural feat of the 12^th century rock-hewn churches in Lalibela, Ethiopia.

My Bucket List

Sailing and cycling in Croatia
Seeing the Cherry Blossom festival in Japan
Trekking with the gorillas in Rwanda
Viewing the Northern Lights and fjords of Norway
Snorkelling in Cabilao Island, Philippines

Lia Tynan

Meet Lia Tynan, Pulse Africa’s Financial Manager.

Lia is our feisty, Greek financial manager. She works with our numbers all day, every day and ensures that every cent is where it should be. Her sense of humour keeps us all smiling.

Lia’s Favourite Place: San Francisco
Top Travel Tip: Pack light
Lia Never Travels Without: A face towel
Her Favourite Pastime: Shopping and reading a good crime novel

Cool Things I’ve Done

Held a snake
Witnessed my pet giving birth
Swam at night
Bottle fed a baby lion
Gone tubing

My Bucket List

Visit Cuba
Visit Rio de Janeiro carnival
Go white water rafting
Soak in a hot spring
Learn how to swim

Claudine Rigney

Meet Claudine Rigney, Pulse Africa’s Admin Queen.

Our admin queen, Claudine keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Having worked in travel for many years she is au fait with the ins and outs of planning holidays and recognising the kind of support our consultants and our clients need.

Claudine’s Favourite Place: Makakola Retreat, Malawi
Top Travel Tip: Be on time….be courteous, have important stuff close by
Claudine Never Travels Without: A fab handbag & lipstick
Her Favourite Pastime: Making good memories…chatting away

Cool Things I’ve Done

Travelled to Dubai. Cruised on a Dhow and enjoyed a camel ride and dinner in the desert
Gone sightseeing in London, walks in Hyde Park, pub lunch in Camden Town and went to see “Les Miserables”- a definite highlight
Visited the Holy Land. Eilat is a favourite spot, as is Tiberius and Caesarea. The food was amazing and the sights unbelievable
Floated on the Dead Sea
Went to Plettenberg beach, the absolute best in the world. I love the beauty and tranquillity of the Garden Route
Kayaked on Lake Malawi and relaxed in the sun.
Went game viewing in the Northern Kruger and Pilanesberg.

My Bucket List

Visit small towns across South Africa
Go to Morocco to take in the sights and smells
Experience East Africa’s bush and beach
Have dinner at a long table with locals, somewhere in Italy
Cruise on the Nile river
Experience Madagascar
Go shark-cage diving

Melanie Lowe

Meet Melanie Lowe, Pulse Africa’s Southern Africa and Indian Ocean Island Travel Specialist.

Melanie Lowe has been an enthusiastic traveller from a young age exploring a vast array of countries across the world and many throughout Africa. Melanie has an extreme passion for the African bush and is excited to share her experiences with her clients.

Melanie’s Favourite Place: Kruger National Park and Mozambique
Top Travel Tip: Never miss the opportunity to experience new adventures and local experiences
Melanie Never Travels Without: A good book and her camera
Her Favourite Pastime: Horse riding

Cool Things I’ve Done

Swam in the Zambezi and the Okavango Delta
Done many safaris, including Sabi Sands, Serengeti, Delta, Chobe, Ngorongoro
Swam in Devils Pool at Victoria Falls, Zambia side
Dived all over Mozambique and swam with whale sharks
Climbed Kilimanjaro
Experienced the Makgadikgadi pans.
Experienced the Great Migration in the Masai Mara.

My Bucket List

Gorilla trekking in Uganda/Rwanda
A stand up paddle boarding safari in the Okavango Delta (as long as I don’t fall in with the crocs and hippos)
A diving adventure in the Red Sea
A walk through the Avenue of Baobabs in Western Madagascar
Visit the Amazon
Hike to Everest Base Camp
Go on a safari in Zambia

Sandi Elkington

Meet Sandi Elkington, Pulse Africa’s East Africa Travel Specialist.

Sandi Elkington has a passion and reverence for her work like no other. She is in charge of the East-African destinations, including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda and the spice island of Zanzibar. Sandi has a genuine love for her job and Africa and brings this passion to the forefront in planning safaris for her clients.

.Sandi’s Favourite Place: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya
Top Travel Tip: Take a smile, good manners and general common sense. Learn a few local words before you travel. Oh, and tip your shoes upside down before putting them on in the mornings!
Sandi Never Travels Without: Her passion for adventure and fun
Her Favourite Pastime: Swimming

Cool Things I’ve Done

Floated above the sweeping curves of the Masai Mara in a hot air balloon in the soft morning light
Had uninterrupted time watching the cubs of the Marsh Pride play and frolic right outside Governor’s Camp, on the edge of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya
Experienced the Ruaha National Park on foot with one of East Africa’s most prolific walking guides
Fallen asleep to the sounds of the African night in a luxurious tent in the middle of the Selous Game Reserve with my husband by my side
Climbed to 3030 meters and come face-to-face with a black back gorilla of the Titus group of gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Enjoyed an early morning swim with my best friend in the warm waters off the coast of Zanzibar before the tide went out.

My Bucket List

Visit Turkey and shop, eat and immerse myself in the culture, people, and landscapes
A self-drive trip with my husband to Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, the Damaraland and Etosha National Park in Namibia
To visit Israel and do a tour of the Holy Land, lie by the beach, spend time with my Israeli family, and eat delicious Israeli food
To take my son on an extensive tour of Japan – we are both fascinated by the country, the culture, food, and the people!

Nicci Lenferna

Meet Nicci Lenferna, Pulse Africa’s Director & Group Travel Specialist.

Nicci Lenferna was the first to join Pulse Africa with Sandy Wood. Her attention to detail and lively attitude have earned her a reputation for major group event planning and coordination. Nicci plans small, medium and large scale private and corporate group trips around the world, all year long, each one boasting a unique success.

Nicci’s Favourite Place: Madagascar
Top Travel Tip: Visit fewer places for longer periods of time
Nicci Never Travels Without: A kikoi
Her Favourite Pastime: Exploring new destinations

Cool Things I’ve Done

Trekked with the gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Floated in a Hot Air Balloon over the Masai Mara
Swam in Devil’s Pool on the edge of the Victoria Falls, Livingstone Island, Zambia
Visited the pyramids in Egypt
Floated in a mokoro down the waterways of the Okavango Delta, Botswana
Paraglided off Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa
Set off on a quad bike through the dunes in Namibia
Braved white water rafting down the Zambezi River, Zimbabwe
Been on a walking Safari through the Luangwa Valley, Zambia
Gone scuba diving off the coast of Benguerra, Mozambique
Captured the spectacular light and smiling faces of the Malagasy people on my EOS camera, Madagascar
Flew in an original 1941Tiger Moth along the Sunshine Coastline of the Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Did a midnight camel ride and climbed up Mount Sinai for sunrise over the desert.
Did a helicopter flip around Christ the Redeemer Statue, Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro.

My Bucket List

Walk the Camino de Santiago, Northern Spain
Explore the Amazon Jungle, Brazil
Travel India in five-star luxury and experience her vibrant culture, magnificent palaces & culinary delights.
Visit the Amalfi Coast in Italy for a hiking and food extravaganza
Visit Japan to see cherry blossoms and enjoy authentic cultural experiences
Explore the maze-like medieval quarters, medinas and souks of Morocco.
Fly into Jack’s Camp Makgadigadi Salt Pans, Botswana for the Zebra Migration.
Venture into the Bangweulu Wetlands in search of the elusive Shoebill Stork.

Sandy Wood

Meet Sandy Wood, Pulse Africa’s Managing Director.

Kenyan-born Sandy Wood has been at the helm of Pulse Africa since she started the business in 1991. Her expertise spans across all regions that Pulse Africa offers as destinations and she is constantly pushing these borders, exploring new regions and countries to offer her clients.

Sandy’s Favourite Place: Laikipia, Kenya
Top Travel Tip: Research the country you are visiting before departure
Sandy Never Travels Without: A sense of humour
Her Favourite Pastime: Entertaining friends at home

Cool Things I’ve Done

Cooked on a yacht around the Seychelles and Thailand
Ran the Lewa Marathon in Kenya, surrounded by wildebeest, zebra and giraffe
Sat next to a gelada baboon in the Simien Mountains of Ethiopia
Driven along route 62 in the Western Cape
Been on a camel safari in Samburu, Kenya
Taken a microlight flight over the Zambezi
Hurtled along the 425 m long zipline from one side of the Zambezi to the other in Victoria Falls
E-biked in Sossusvlei, Namibia
Climbed Mount Kenya
Cycled alongside Daisy Rothschild – Kenya’s famous giraffe.

My Bucket List

Visit Goa, Bengal and the tigers
Dive the Great Barrier Reef
Have cocktails atop Burj Kalifa, Dubai
Swim at the foot of Victoria Falls
Have a second honeymoon at Fundu Lagoon, Zanzibar
Take a dhow on the Nile and stay at The Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie wrote “Death on the Nile”.

Natasha Jericevich

Meet Natasha Jericevich, Pulse Africa’s Southern Africa Travel Specialist.

Natasha Jericevich has been an avid traveller her entire life. Encouraged to do so from a young age by her father, she set out exploring different regions of the world before settling into African tourism. Sincere and imaginative, Natasha is able to empathise with her clients, creating dream safaris they will never forget.

Natasha’s Favourite Places: Okavango Delta, Botswana & Seychelles
Top Travel Tip: Take the opportunity to experience new things
Natasha Never Travels Without: Her Nikon camera
Her Favourite Pastime: Photographing new places

Cool Things I’ve Done

• Trekked with the gorillas in Rwanda
• Joined a walking safari in Mana Pools, Zimbabwe
• Swam in Devil’s Pool in Livingstone, Zambia
• Gone on safari in the Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
• Cycled in Lake Manyara National Park
• Island hopped in the Seychelles, visiting Mahe, Praslin, La Digue, Fregate & North Island
• Ticked off numerous safaris to Botswana. Some of the highlights included mokoro trips in the Okavango Delta, helicopter flips over the Linyanti Reserve, quad biking and having a meerkat interaction in the Magkadikgadi Salt Pans
• Visited Dead Vlei & Damaraland in Namibia
• Explored Mozambique, including historical sites such as Ibo Island and Ilha de Mozambique, island hopping from Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Island, Medjumbe Island, Matemo Island and Quilalea Island, and a safari in Gorongosa National Park
• Gone paragliding in Mauritius

My Bucket List

• Visit Antarctica
• Visit Argentina & Chile
• Visit Venice & Rome

WHAT CAN I DO?

What can I do in Africa?

Africa's Experiences

Beach

The palm-lined, white-powdery beaches of Africa are those that dreams are made of. Whether you’re looking for the perfect island holiday, or an adventure-packed water sports paradise, there is a spot for you on the continent.

Explore the Beaches

Beach

Safari

East Africa is where safaris were born and the rest of Africa is where they have grown-up. Whether you are keen on day or night safaris, walking safaris, specialised photographic or ornithological safaris, there is definitely a safari to suit you.

Go on a Safari

Safari

Animals

A trip to Africa is, more often than not, planned around animals. Be it the Big 5, the great migration, gorillas or lemurs, there is no question that the animals take centre stage.

See Wild Animals

Animals

Landscapes

Second possibly only to the animals, the landscapes in Africa are to be marvelled at. From jungles to deserts, mountains to oceans and the wide open savannas of East Africa, the enormity of these landscapes will leave you speechless.

Witness Beautiful Landscapes

Landscapes

Adventure

Africa is not short of adventure, in fact it is the ultimate adventurers’ playground. Whether you’re looking for water adventures, animal adventures or adrenaline pumping adventures, you’ll find something to thrill you in Africa.

Adventure Around Africa

Adventure

Wellness

There is no shortage in Africa of world-class spas, golf courses or yoga retreats. If you’re looking for a wellness holiday, then we have a place for you.

Have a wellness holiday

Wellness

Self Drive

South Africa is a country that lends itself to long, fascinating road trips. The landscapes are breath-taking and the routes full of interesting little stops. If you’re looking for a self-drive adventure, then this would be the place to do it.

Self-Drive Through Africa

Self Drive

Arts & Culture

There is no shortage of art nor culture in Africa. With over 3,000 tribes spread across 53 countries there is so much to see, learn and experience.

Experience Africa's Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

History

The history of Africa is certainly colourful. It begins with Ancient Egypt then the discovery of hominids in East Africa and continues with slavery, tribal wars, colonialization, and political unrest. The continent is a patchwork quilt of stories and legends like no other.

Learn About Africa's History

History

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