The Time to Travel is... Now!

Spring is a time of renewal that may fuel a pent-up desire to travel, an exodus, and a hunger to explore. Of course the global pandemic has forced "normalcy" under new terms, but travel to Africa is indeed possible and guests are being welcomed with open arms. 

As you are reading this, after being "grounded" for over a year, Pierre is fully vaccinated and enjoying a reconnaissance trip to South Africa and Botswana, where he is visiting new and refurbished camps, and experiencing firsthand the testing procedures, safety protocols, and all other aspects of travel to Africa. 

In addition to the appeal of undertaking a personally transformative journey, your visit to safari Africa is vital to communities and conservation efforts as they seek to recover from a year with no tourism revenue. In 2019, safari-based tourism as a whole generated about $50 billion, which came to a dead stop during 2020, causing serious implications for the people and animals relying on the industry, such as food shortages and poaching. 

Responsible tourism directly supports conservation and communities in Africa and achieves a massive positive knock-on effect far beyond tourism revenues. Know that while a safari may be the best gift you can give yourself, it is also one you share with the people and animals of Africa. 
Stay tuned for Pierre's trip report on our blog and in a Special Edition of Classic Africa News.