&Beyond Klein’s Camp Magnificent views of a private Serengeti concession from the edge of the Kuka Hills
The spirit of &Beyond Klein’s Camp
Guests enjoy exceptional game viewing, thrilling night game drives, Maasai culture and old-fashioned safari luxury.
With unbroken views over a gorgeous game-filled valley and the hills beyond, which play host to one of the greatest wildlife migrations on earth, &Beyond Klein’s Camp embodies the very soul of the Serengeti.
This private and remote camp offers guests the spirit of wild Africa – wooded hillsides, rolling grasslands and forested river banks all teeming with the rich wildlife of this natural sanctuary lie sprawled at your feet. Set in a landscape that is gentle yet rugged, &Beyond Klein’s Camp reflects the heart of this untamed land with a vintage safari style.
Why we love it
- Panoramic views over the Serengeti and the Masai Mara
- Within reach of the annual Great Wildebeest Migration
- 10 000 hectare (24 700 acre) exclusive wilderness concession in the Serengeti, therefore permitting off-road driving, bush walks and night drives
- Sensitive off-road driving techniques allow for close wildlife sightings
- Exclusive game drives with limited number of vehicles
- Vast resident lion prides, as well as leopard and cheetah
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Rates & Offers
Family Cottage Rate
Family Cottage Rate
Majestically situated on the edge of the Kuka Hills, deep in a remote corner of the game-rich Serengeti National Park, &Beyond Klein’s Camp consists of intimate cottages made of local stone and makuti thatch, with rich wooden floors and classic interiors.
&Beyond Klein’s Camp is a fantastic destination for group and family travel. It boasts two spacious cottages that make up a family suite. The cottages are connected by a protected walkway, which allows easy access between the cottages while maintaining complete privacy. The family cottage can accommodate up to two adults and two children (three children can be accommodated on special request). Each cottage has an ensuite bathroom and private veranda with breathtaking views over the surrounding hills and the valley below.
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Cottages Rate
Cottages Rate
Majestically situated on the edge of the Kuka Hills, &Beyond Klein’s Camp consists of just ten intimate cottages made of local stone and makuti thatch, with rich wooden floors and classic interiors. Each cottage has an ensuite bathroom and private veranda, where guests can marvel at some of the best views of the Serengeti while sipping on a delicious cocktail. A diversity of resident wildlife, including huge elephant herds, can be viewed from everywhere in camp – even the kitchen boasts unforgettable views. The camp has a large, beautifully furnished bar and sitting area, a sparkling swimming pool tucked into the hillside and a Safari Shop featuring locally-made Maasai crafts. Fresh vegetables picked from the camp’s shamba, or organic African garden, are used to create wholesome dishes. Dinners are served in the main dining area, which is graced by a large open fireplace.
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Tanzania long stay offer Stay longer for less
Tanzania long stay offer Stay longer for less
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Savings up to 15% per person per night off our published rates with longer than 3 night stays at a combination of &Beyond’s East African lodges and camps.
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Fly me around East Africa Explore the classical safari landscapes of East Africa and save up to USD3520 per stay
Fly me around East Africa Explore the classical safari landscapes of East Africa and save up to USD3520 per stay
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Fly me around East Africa – discover the scenic highlights of East Africa for less. Book seven nights at any combination of &Beyond’s lodges in Kenya or Tanzania and all flights between camps are on us. Ultimate flexibility at a fixed price – you chose which of our East African properties you would like to include and we will fly you there.
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Kenya long stay offer Stay longer for Less
Kenya long stay offer Stay longer for Less
Save up to 15% per person per night off our published rates with longer than 3 night stays at a combination of &Beyond’s East African lodges and camps.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to &Beyond Klein’s Camp?
A number of airlines operate scheduled flights from Arusha to Klein’s Airstrip each morning, followed by a leisurely one and a half hour drive to camp, with game viewing en …
How do I get to &Beyond Klein’s Camp?
A number of airlines operate scheduled flights from Arusha to Klein’s Airstrip each morning, followed by a leisurely one and a half hour drive to camp, with game viewing en route
Lobo Airstrip coordinates – S 01˚50.089’ E 035˚14.797’
How do I get to and around Tanzania?
Tanzania has several airports, although the most common access points are Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam) on the coast and Kilimanjaro International Airport in the north-east of the …
How do I get to and around Tanzania? The gateway to Tanzania is Dar es Salaam. Limited international scheduled flights also fly directly to Kilimanjaro.
Tanzania has several airports, although the most common access points are Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam) on the coast and Kilimanjaro International Airport in the north-east of the country or connections are available from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (Nairobi, Kenya).
Guests heading out on safari can fly into either destination and link up with scheduled light aircraft flights to airstrips in the wilderness areas. A typical route would be to arrive at Kilimanjaro, where your safari operator would be waiting to drive you to Arusha, where you would spend the night. Early the next morning, you could catch any of a number of flights that depart from Arusha heading out onto the safari circuit. In the south, guests arriving in Dar es Salaam can connect to light aircraft flights to Arusha or into the southern parks of Selous or Ruaha, depending on their arrival time. If you are travelling to the remote western parks, flights depart only twice a week and take up to five hours to reach their destination.
Flights
SCHEDULED INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
The gateways to Tanzania are Dar es Salaam and Nairobi in Kenya. (Limited international scheduled flights also fly directly to Kilimanjaro.) Daily scheduled domestic flights link these gateways with Tanzania’s wildlife areas.
SHUTTLE/CHARTER FLIGHTS
Daily flights link the international airports with Tanzania‘s wildlife areas via Arusha Airport using a reliable network of light aircraft flights sold on a scheduled seat in plane or private charter basis. Please note the luggage limit on these aircrafts is 15 kg (33 lb), packed in soft bags.
Transfers
SELF-DRIVE
Self-drive is not recommended in Tanzania as it is a vast country with varying road conditions, and 4×4 transport is required for most areas.
GUIDED DRIVING SAFARIS
We have a fleet of vehicles and can tailor-make itineraries throughout the country.
TRAVEL TIMES
When travelling through Tanzania it is useful to have the correct expectation as to how distance and time relate. Please reference our guidelines below when calculating how far you can travel in a given amount of time.
What to remember when travelling around Tanzania
Tanzania is a vast country and the distances between attractions can be considerable. It is therefore advisable that you consult a tour operator to help you organise flights and transfers. Keep in mind that some of the attractions, like the Selous Game Reserve and the Ruaha National Park, are quite remote locations and you will need to arrange air transport if you wish to visit them.
Road conditions are variable, there are long distances to be covered and 4×4 transport is required for most areas. This method of travel is not recommended in Tanzania. If you decide to travel by road, be prepared for a long, dusty and potentially exhausting trip.
Tanzania – what should I pack?
With only 13.5lbs (20kgs) to spare you may need assistance with your packing list
Tanzania – what should I pack? With only 33lbs (15kgs) to spare you may need assistance with your packing list
Casual, comfortable clothing is suitable throughout the year. Due to the high altitude on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater it can be cold at night (even in summer) therefore it is very important to pack warm clothing for the nights. The most practical items to pack are:
- Khaki, brown, white and beige colours
- Light cotton tops and cotton trousers/shorts in summer
- Long sleeved blouses/shirts for game drives Safari trousers for evenings and cooler days
- A fleece or sweater and a warm jacket for game drives (and at the Ngorongoro Crater)
- Swimwear is a must for the beach A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Thermal underwear, light layers, sweater, warm jacket, good socks and sturdy, comfortable walking boots for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Depending on your journey it may be easier to reference our useful Packing checklist.
How do I find the Great Migration?
The Great Migration traditionally follows the rain as animals migrate towards better pastures…
How do I find the Great Migration? The Great Migration traditionally follows the rain as animals migrate towards better pastures
The annual movement of wildebeest and other herbivores across the Serengeti– Mara ecosystem consists of more than 1.5 million wildebeest, 400 000 zebra, 18 000 eland and 200 000 Thompson’s gazelle. The Migration is rarely the same in terms of precise timing and direction.
JANUARY – MARCH
The animals gather on the southern Serengeti plains, dropping their calves. The plains are a short drive from &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge and &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas.
APRIL – MAY
The herds move north, towards the central Serengeti plains and the Seronera area. The &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas camps follow.
JUNE
The herds move northwest, towards &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp. The luxury tented camps of &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas re-position themselves.
JULY – OCTOBER
The herds start heading northeast, followed by the &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas camps. The wildebeest must cross the Mara River before they reach Kenya’s Masai Mara, to the west of &Beyond Klein’s Camp. As the animals continue to move backwards and forwards across the river, the excitement can also be viewed from &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp and &Beyond Bateleur Camp.
NOVEMBER – DECEMBER
Crossing back into the Serengeti, the Migration moves south, passing &Beyond’s Klein’s Camp and Serengeti Under Canvas.
The wildebeest migration follows the year’s annual rainfall so its appearance in Tanzania and Kenya is weather dependent. Our travel experts are updated weekly by our guides in the field who closely monitor the location of the wildebeest migration throughout the year. This enables us to advise you on the best destination to visit during your particular time of travel.
When should I visit Tanzania?
While it is best known for its exceptional wildlife experiences, Tanzania has a great deal to offer travellers. Home to the endless plains of the Serengeti, as well as a …
When should I visit Tanzania? Tanzania is a year round travel destination where each season has its own reason to visit
While it is best known for its exceptional wildlife experiences, Tanzania has a great deal to offer travellers. Home to the endless plains of the Serengeti, as well as a selection of extraordinarily picturesque wildlife areas, the country is one of Africa’s most well-known safari destinations. It is also home to the continent’s highest mountain, the spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro, which offers a relatively easy ascent and is popular with climbers. The country is also one of the few places in the world where chimpanzees can be seen in the wild. Boasting a golden coastline washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Tanzania is also an outstanding beach destination.
With a well-developed tourism industry and a number of attractive destinations, it is easy for our Tanzania tour packages to cater for one or more of these interests.
Your reason to come may depend on your need to escape the cold, your desire to experience turtles hatching or your quest to receive the best value for money.
What is the &Beyond WILDChild Programme?
WILDChild Program With its warm heart, welcoming people and sunny skies, Africa is a dream destination for a family holiday with children of all ages. A place where time slows …
What is the &Beyond WILDChild Programme?
WILDChild Program
With its warm heart, welcoming people and sunny skies, Africa is a dream destination for a family holiday with children of all ages.
A place where time slows down, it offers the luxury of a leisurely pace, ideal to reconnect and renew relationships among families, as well as grow friendships between the children and land, animals and people of Africa.
&Beyond’s WILDChild programme, designed especially for children visiting our safari lodges and camps in Africa, is filled with fun, interactive activities that offer opportunities to learn and discover new experiences and cultures. Deeply rooted in the love for the African bush, it not only creates a series of unforgettable moments for the whole family but forges strong bonds between our young guests, our planet and its people.
WILDChild Adventures
“Get your children traveling early. Expose them to the people, the food, the real culture of your destination.” – Joss Kent, &Beyond CEO
Expeditions may involve activities such as tracking and fishing, making traditional bows and arrows, beading, crafting and painting, as well as fun in the lodge garden or kitchen and more. At each of our African lodges, as young, sleepy heads take shelter in the comfort of their beds after a day full of thrills, they will find an assignment for the following day’s expedition laid out on their pillow, ready to fill their dreams with anticipation. Each expedition is carefully selected according to the interests and ages of the children and will be carried out in the care of our friendly staff, from rangers and trackers to child minders and cooks.
The children’s activities available at each of &Beyond’s lodges attempt to tie in with that particular environment, as well as the local heritage of the region. For example, at &Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge in Namibia youngsters may experience stargazing as well as Bushman games that teach them the culture of the region, including how to find food and water in the desert. Meanwhile, in Botswana’s Okavango Delta adventures may include fishing expeditions and making necklaces with the Delta’s beautiful water lilies.
WILDChild Memories
Each WILDChild adventure is made up of unforgettable moments to cherish forever and, to help keep memories of their safari fresh, each young traveller will receive a WILDChild backpack with a special scrapbook and other goodies at the &Beyond lodge where they begin their journey. Throughout the safari, the scrapbook is filled up with mementoes of special times in the bush, from notes and drawings to stickers.
At each subsequent lodge our young guests will receive a different educational or bush-oriented gift, as well as fresh expeditions to carry out, so that each stop adds to their collection and their experience continues to grow throughout their journey. Each &Beyond lodge has something different to offer, whether it is a solar torch, a magnifying glass or a compass. Specially sourced by &Beyond, all our gifts consists of quality products made of recycled or sustainable materials where possible and used to encourage interaction between the child and their ranger or guide, who helps them unravel the mysteries of the African bush and introduces them to local customs and traditions.
To add to each child’s experience, the Safari Shops at &Beyond’s participating lodges and camps also stock a range of WILDChild goodies, including scrapbook stickers and clothing. Through purchasing these mementoes, our young guests not only provide themselves with a tangible reminder of their African adventure but also contribute towards the Community Leaders Education Fund scholarship programme, which assists students from the communities bordering &Beyond’s conservation areas with funding for their tertiary education.
WILDChild in the Making
At the end of your extraordinary family adventure, along with treasured memories of time spent together, you will find your WILDChild has fallen irrevocably in love with the animals, people and landscapes of Africa, a true conservationist in the making.
Why visit the Serengeti National Park?
With a name that means ‘endless plains’ in the Maasai language, the Serengeti National Park has become famous as a scenic and classical safari destination. Stretching along a vast plateau …
Why visit the Serengeti National Park?
With a name that means ‘endless plains’ in the Maasai language, the Serengeti National Park has become famous as a scenic and classical safari destination. Stretching along a vast plateau between the eastern arm of the rugged Rift Valley and the huge expanse of Lake Victoria, the park covers an immense 14 800 km² (5 700 square miles) on Tanzania’s northern border with Kenya. The park is famous for its vast, open grasslands, which allow for excellent sightings of the abundant wildlife. Tanzania’s oldest game reserve, it is also one of the oldest ecosystems on earth and its climate and vegetation have remained largely untouched for millions of years.
While the Serengeti boasts incredible numbers of resident wildlife, it is perhaps best known as the site of the annual Great Migration, when an estimated three million antelope – mostly wildebeest — migrate to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. One of the greatest spectacles in the natural world, the migration follows the seasonal rains, spending the wet season on the south eastern plains of Tanzania and the dry season in the woodlands of north western Kenya. Between January and March the wildebeest give birth on the short grass plains of the south eastern Serengeti. This time of year attracts a vast plethora of predators, from lion to hyena, leopard and cheetah. As the grazing runs low in this area the wildebeest move to the central Serengeti and then the Western Corridor before crossing the Grumeti and Mara Rivers on their journey south in Kenya. Braving the jaws of some of Africa’s largest crocodiles, the river crossings are always a dramatic and emotional sight.
Why Visit?
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The National Park is 1.5 million hectares.
- Undoubtedly one of the world’s most celebrated wilderness areas and is an ongoing source of inspiration to writers, filmmakers and photographers.
- It is Tanzania’s oldest game reserve, renowned as the site of the annual Great Migration, when an estimated three million antelope – mostly wildebeest — migrate to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. This epic, seasonal journey is a deeply moving experience and a wonderful photographic subject.
- Big Five National Park with a huge concentration of cats.
It has been immortalized in film and literature and continues to inspire writers, photographers and travellers from all over the world. Its prides of lion, the teeming multitudes of its Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra and the infinite expanses of open grasslands combine to form the most powerful and alluring vision of Africa.
Here keen photographers crouch over telephoto lenses as the sun turns the scene to gold. Here a family stares in hushed excitement at their first encounter with a towering bull elephant. Here the horizon fills with the dust of millions of hooves and the timeless drama of predator and prey takes centre stage.
Climate
Summer
Min 24°C/75°F Max 32 C
Winter
Min 8°C/46°F Max 23°C/73°F
Long rains: April to May (Monsoon)
Short rains: November to mid December
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15 animals you have to see
The animal kingdom continues to delight and intrigue, and with that in mind, here are our Top 15 wildlife...
by Claire Trickett19th July 2017
15 animals you have to see The animal kingdom continues to delight and intrigue, and with that in mind, here are our Top 15 wildlife...
Simply setting foot on the vast African continent and enjoying an African luxury safari are bucket list experiences that top most people’s lists. Wanderlust travellers the world over want to witness the famous Big Five roaming free in its natural habitat, make friends with the Maasai or build a fire with a Bushman, get back to nature and breathe in the fresh air, gaze upon an impossibly starry sky and let the African soil leave traces of dust on the soles of their shoes … and unforgettable memories in their minds.
It’s all about adventure, exploration, education and meaningful experiences that enrich and leave a lasting impression on our souls. Most of all, it is the extraordinary African wildlife that truly steals the show … and our hearts. To witness a towering giraffe in all its long-legged, long-lashed glory or to hear an enormous elephant trumpet or a mighty male lion roar for the first time is truly life-changing, there’s no denying it.
The animal kingdom continues to delight and intrigue, and with that in mind, here are our Top 15 wildlife encounters to put on your Africa bucket list.
1. Track mighty gorillas on mist-covered mountain slopes Read more:
2.Cheer on turtle hatchlings as they brave their way to sea Read more
3. Foster an orphaned elephant Read more.
4. Witness the unique scales of the elusive pangolin Read more.
5. Kiss a giraffe Read more.
6.Follow in the footsteps of the great migration Read more
7. Aid in the conservation of the endangered rhino Read more
8. Collar a sleeping elephant for research and monitoring purposes Read more
9. Mingle with the Mahale chimpanzees Read more
10. Swim with dolphins on the shores of a private island Read more
11. Cage dive amidst great white sharks Read more
12. Waddle with penguins in South Africa’s mother city Read more
13. Marvel at the curious antics of the aardvark Read more
14. Catch a glimpse of an endangered ader’s duiker Read more
15. Spot sea-dwelling dugongs from the air Read more
Not all classrooms have four walls
Not all classrooms have four walls. Travel is an education so gather the family and go explore…
by Claire Trickett27th June 2017
Not all classrooms have four walls Not all classrooms have four walls. Travel is an education so gather the family and go explore…
Why do dung beetles roll around in dung all day? Why does the giraffe have such a long neck? How long can a hippopotamus hold its breath? These are questions your child might ask while on safari and as a parent, you might already know the answer, or perhaps you might also learn something new about Mother Africa and her curious creatures.
Seeing the world, and especially its wildlife, through your children’s eyes is both entertaining and rewarding, which is why &Beyond specialises in family travel that is memorable, educational and most importantly, transformative.
With multi-generational travel consistently on the rise, families across the globe are looking to reconnect in distant, faraway places. They want to explore new destinations, have authentic experiences, learn about local cultures, witness unique wildlife and have the opportunity to give back to our planet and help safeguard its future. This growing need to disconnect oneself from reality and bond as a family is becoming more and more important to today’s time-pressed, wifi-addicted families.
&Beyond understands the importance of family travel and for 25 years we have been designing fun-filled, informative and inspirational adventures to help get families away from their screens and out into the great outdoors. From tropical island escapes and intimate villa safaris in Africa, to jungle adventures and cultural festivals in South Asia, all the way to bicycle tours, horseback riding and culinary excursions in South America, we encourage families to explore, learn and, most importantly, reconnect with each other in the most magnificent, enviable destinations
As a trusted family travel specialist, &Beyond has a wide selection of family-friendly lodges, each with its own unique WILDchild programme that was specifically designed to create opportunities for families to engage not only with each other, but also with their environment.
Carefully thought out and presented by rangers trained to share their knowledge in a way that sparks the enthusiasm of even the youngest guests, WILDchild was created to do more than just keep children occupied while their parents enjoy some quiet time. While it is essential that the programme remains entertaining enough to capture youngsters’ imaginations, it also has a strong conservation message at heart.
Our family safaris are filled with fun, interactive WILDchild activities that allow children to learn and discover new experiences and cultures. Deeply rooted in the love for the African bush, it not only creates a series of unforgettable moments for the whole family, but also forges strong bonds between the children, our planet and its people.
Each young guest receives a WILDchild backpack with a scrapbook and a gift, such as a beaded bracelet, animal keyring or small wooden carving. Throughout the safari, the ranger helps the child to fill up the scrapbook with notes, drawings and stickers. Entertaining activities are also planned for the little ones, from identifying animal tracks and bird calls, to fishing and frogging, which attempt to tie in with the lodge’s environment, as well as the local heritage of the region.
For instance, children staying at &Beyond Klein’s Camp will complete an energetic and educational Maasai obstacle course, meanwhile over at &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp they’ll gather for a festive pool party and make their own pizzas.
At &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas, once children have mastered how to shoot a bow and arrow and build fire the Maasai way, they will celebrate by roasting marshmallows. Deep in the heart of a mahogany forest, children visiting &Beyond Lake Manyara Tree Lodge enjoy long walks along sandy forest trails where they learn how to identify butterflies and further north at &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, they might spend an afternoon beading jewellery and other trinkets with the Maasai mamas.
At &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, children try their luck in Dullah’s workshop carving their own piece of woodwork and over on &Beyond Mnemba Island, littles ones build sandcastles, collect shells, snorkel and go on scavenger hunts. And this is just a taste of what is planned to keep young minds engaged and entertained.
Each lodge puts its own unique, stimulating and unforgettable spin on the WILDchild programme in order to change the way your children see the world. Remember, not all classrooms have four walls and a family safari is a million times better than any words printed in a textbook. We encourage you to spend quality time with your family. Get out and explore.
“It was more than we expected. It was fabulous.
We are planning the next trip.
I have told my kids I am going to spend their inheritance bringing them here.”
~ Jane, &Beyond Guest Book
25 Funniest wildlife photographs
Mother Nature has a wicked sense of humour and these 25 funniest wildlife photos are proof…
by Claire Trickett14th September 2016
25 Funniest wildlife photographs Mother Nature has a wicked sense of humour and these 25 funniest wildlife photos are proof…
Live. Love. Laugh. Life is better when you’re laughing. Fact. So this #WildlifeWednesday, we invite you to reconnect with your sense of humour.
Let’s face it, Mother Nature, in all her beauty and splendour, has a wicked sense of humour. Our extraordinary planet is home to the most curious of creatures, from bug-eyed bushbabies, dancing lemurs and long-necked giraffe-like antelopes, to scaly pangolins, duck-billed platypus, unicorn-like whales and seals with elephant trunks.
Ever wondered why dogs chase their tails? Why skunks emit such a pungent spray? Why flamingos eat upside-down? And do elephants really bereave their deceased? Do male penguins really scour the beaches looking for the perfect pebble to present to a female? What a weird and wonderful world we live in.
The often amusing antics of the animal kingdom certainly make us laugh. So, as we celebrate #25YearsandBeyond, we encourage you to have a laugh at the 25 funniest wildlife photos taken by our rangers and guests. May they put a smile on your face.
1. “C’mon, give us a kiss!” © Matt Yardley
2. “Even lion cubs are into photo-bombing these days.” © Paul Rubio
3. “When life (literally) bites you in the behind.” © Andrew Schoeman
4. “Must have been a good joke.” © Jason Glanville
5. “May I have this dance?” © Daryl Dell
6. “I’ve got your back.” © Jen Robertson
7. “Talk to the hand (foot).” © Harshvardhan Singh
8. “If Monday had a face.” © Timur Turker
9. Hang in there, the weekend’s coming.” © Tim Kiok
10. “When life turns you upside down, just adjust your view.” © Bruce Hedges
11. “You talkin’ to me?” © Scott Yammin
12. “Just lion around the airport lounge waiting for our flight.” © James Massek
13. “First one to blink loses.” © Alan Murray
14. “Brushing up on some bush skills.” © Simon Naylor
15. “Cat got your tail?” © Daryl Dell
16. “Let’s flip a coin. Heads, it’s mine. Tails, it’s mine.” © Matt Poole
17. “Strut your stuff on the cat walk.” © Matt Yardley
18. “But first, let me take a #selfie.” © Steve Walker
19. “Ugh mum, really?!” © Daryl Dell
20. “Be the master of your domain.” © Tim Kiok
21. When the paparazzi catches you unaware.” © Daryl Dell
22. “Tail-gate party.” © Daryl Dell
23. “Monday. Time to hit the ground running.” © James Massek
24. Landrover recovery.” © Glee Walker
25. “The cheekiest, chubbiest ‘Butterball’ of a cub.” © Jen Robertson
It’s time for a tech detox
Take a much-needed tech detox, get back to nature and indulge in our new range of amenities and massages…
by Claire Trickett20th February 2017
It’s time for a tech detox Take a much-needed tech detox, get back to nature and indulge in our new range of amenities and massages…
As technology, traffic and the never-ending to-do lists, not to mention the politics and pressures of the modern world, continue to drive our stress levels through the roof, it’s no surprise that health-minded, eco-conscious travel remains a constant and ever-growing trend.
Think about it. We’re mere days away from entering the third month of 2017 and it feels like the blink of an eye doesn’t’ it?! Did you stick to any of your New Year’s resolutions? How much time have you allocated to yourself? And perhaps most importantly … be honest … have you managed to disconnect from your wifi and reconnect with yourself, even if just for 24 hours?
At &Beyond, we encourage our guests to switch off, both mentally and physically. To really get back to nature, to breathe the fresh air, to appeal to each of the five senses, to admire Mother Nature in all her glory and to slow life’s steady, demanding pace. It’s time to take a tech detox … and we have the perfect suggestion in mind.
Just in time for Valentine’s Day and February’s month-long sensory overload, we have completely relaunched the massage offering at our safari camps and lodges throughout Africa. Not only have our expert massage therapists all undergone extensive training to refresh and enhance their incredible skills, but we have also partnered with Healing Earth to introduce a brand new range of soothing, refreshing and eco-friendly amenities at our lodges.
An energising and uniquely African blend of lemon verbena and argan oil is used to create an uplifting and aromatic scent that not only revitalises the senses, but also nourishes and hydrates the skin and hair while providing important anti-oxidant protection.
We invite you to escape the nagging clutches of your day-to-day routines and get back to the real world. Let us thrill you by day with unforgettable adventure, adrenaline, fresh air and sunshine. Delightfully invigorating and filled with excitement, your days will be spent outdoors exploring the wonders of nature with our expert guides.
You’ll return to the lodge, energised and exhilarated, leaving the bumpy roads and hot sun behind and magically entering a world of luxury and unexpected spoils. Upon arrival, a fresh scented towel wipes away the well-earned layer of dust that symbolises a truly rewarding day spent in the wilderness.
Having experienced a full day of what our rangers affectionately refer to as “African massage”, as the safari vehicle traverses the rugged landscape, guests can treat themselves to a far more pampering and relaxing African massage in the privacy of their suite. Or, if you prefer, on the tree-shaded banks of the Mara River with herds of grunting gnus nearby, in the forested seclusion of an open-air treehouse cradled deep in a mahogany forest, overlooking the winding waterways of the Okavango Delta with the haunting cries of fish eagles in the distance … the options are endless and they are all designed with the ultimate relaxation and pampering in mind.
It is the ultimate spoil and not only is it the best way to start eliminating your stress from the modern world, but it also gets you into a relaxed safari state of mind.
50 words to use on your next safari
Did you know that each grouping or ‘family’ of animals has its own collective noun? Here are 50…
by Claire Trickett23rd June 2017
50 words to use on your next safari Did you know that each grouping or ‘family’ of animals has its own collective noun? Here are 50…
A safari is at the top of many a bucket list. And for good reason. It is an adventure; a true broadening of horizons; an education for the mind; and a rejuvenation of the soul.
Fully kitted out in brand new khakis, cameras and binoculars, wildlife and nature enthusiasts from around the world eagerly clamber up onto the rugged Landcruiser, barely able to contain their childlike excitement as they embark on a journey of discovery and amazement. For the next few hours, or days, they will be captivated by nature’s beauty, mesmerised by the most fascinating facts and regaled with stories they’ll continue to tell their own friends and families for years to come.
While on safari, you get to do things you’ve only ever dreamed of. Like listening to the grunting gnus of the Great Migration as they traverse the mighty plains of East Africa. Or riding a horse in the African wilderness alongside curious zebra and giraffe. Perhaps you’ll take to the sky in a hot air balloon and float peacefully over the world-famous Mara River or equally renowned Namib Desert. If you’re lucky, you’ll see the Big Five, perhaps catch a fleeting glimpse of one of the Elusive Eleven, or you might even witness a kill, like something straight out of a wildlife documentary.
Going on safari with an expert &Beyond guide is like stepping into a real-life encyclopaedia that is filled with the most fascinating and unexpected facts about the most curious of creatures, both big and small. You’ll learn all sorts of wildlife trivia, like how the chameleon changes colour, what makes the flamingo pink, why the dung beetle spends its day rolling around in dung, and why lions have black tufts on fur on their tails and the backs of their ears.
You’ll watch in awe as the golden orb spider effortlessly spins its silky, golden web. If you’re patient, you’ll likely see one or two of the Little Five, the pint-sized namesakes of their more widely known Big Five counterparts. You might even learn some age-old bush survival skills, such as how to build a fire, or how to make a toothbrush out of a twig and toothpaste out of ash and water.
The more inquisitive and adventurous safari goers often end up doing things they never even thought imaginable, like sticking their fingers in (dry) elephant dung to determine the gentle giant’s diet or taking part in a highly competitive and always entertaining dung-spitting competition. Yes, you read that correctly. Known as “bokdrol spoeg” in Afrikaans, this is the comical sport of spitting small, hard pellets of impala or giraffe dung. The farthest flung dung determines the overall dung-spitting champion. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it!
Perhaps one of the most popular “safari classroom” lessons is the amusing collective noun discussion. Did you know that each grouping or ‘family’ of animals, from the tawny tiger and the leaping lemur, to the sleepy sloth and the hefty hippo, has its own, often rather charming, collective noun?
Here are 50 words to use on your next safari … or ‘journey’ … to the plains of Africa, the jungles of Asia or the wide-open vistas of South America. Don’t forget to pack your sense of humour and a keenness for adventure, and join us for a dazzling journey (pun intended).
And if you’re looking for some more animal inspiration, have a look at our Safari by Numbers blog. Think of it as Safari 101: a beginner’s guide to understanding the local lingo and getting the most out of your luxury safari adventure. As they say in Swahili, “safari njema” o