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Who are THE LITTLE 5?

July 5th, 2023|0 Comments

In our previous blog we introduced Africa's 'Big 5' and identified the other four African Animal Groups: The Little 5, The Shy 5, The Ugly 5.   In this blog we  focus on the 'Little [...]

Is Africa Full of Snakes?

March 11th, 2023|0 Comments

  You have booked or planning a safari in Africa, but you are concerned there are snakes, lots of them right? Should you be concerned or even take the risk? Snakes are amazing creatures and [...]

  • Picture of the Big 5 mammals of Africa

Who are THE BIG 5?

February 6th, 2023|4 Comments

When heading off on a safari to Africa, travellers often have a wish list of animals they are hoping to see. For most people, top of the list will be 'The Big 5' : Elephant, [...]

Our Story

March 22nd, 2022|1 Comment

“Alexandra’s Africa was established in 2012 as a safe, sustainable, hosted, eco-cultural safari tour operating company…we have never been anything else…”   Alexandra’s lifelong passion for Southern Africa and the conservation of its wildlife, culture [...]

  • Inside an African Hair Dressing Salon - Ribola Art Route - Ronel and Shop Manager having fun with camera - looking at the photographer

Introducing Ribola Art & Craft Trail 🐾

August 16th, 2021|1 Comment

Ronel (Alexandra's Africa)  laughs with one of the stylists in a local hair salon in Elim Village Going on a safari holiday in Southern Africa isn’t just about the abundant nature and wildlife; it's [...]

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  • Group of African School Children wearing Ground Hornbill Masks

Community Conservation: A Great Example

May 24th, 2021|0 Comments

Community Conservation SOUTH AFRICAN CONSERVATIONIST LUCY KEMP WINS 2021 WHITLEY AWARD FOR COMMUNITY APPROACH TO CONSERVING THE SOUTHERN GROUND-HORNBILL! South African culture is steeped in stories of community conservation - but this one is rather [...]

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The plight of the pangolins!

May 19th, 2019|0 Comments

Pangolins aka 'scaly anteaters' are tragically the most trafficked and endangered animals in the world. They are delightful creatures. They have no teeth and their only defence is to curl up into a little ball. [...]

Responsible Travel Guarantee

February 16th, 2019|0 Comments

Your holiday is fully protected with Alexandra’s Africa  Our Responsible Travel Guarantee!  How it works for your Alexandra's Africa Safari When booking your holiday through Alexandra's Africa, you are automatically covered by our Affirma Financial [...]