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Episode Number: 5

Property / Guest Name:
Lolelunga Private Reserve – Wesley Hartmann

Episode Summary:

•  Wesley Hartmann shares what makes Lolelunga Private Reserve such a distinctive Zambia safari experience, from its remote setting north of Kafue National Park to its private charter access from Lusaka. 
•  Discover the lodge itself, including its seven rooms, family-friendly layout, gym, spa and position overlooking the Lunga River. 
•  Hear how the Lunga River has been restored from a heavily depleted waterway into a protected fish nursery supporting multiple species. 
•  Explore Lolelunga’s safari activities, including game drives, extended night drives, walking safaris, fishing, boating, canoeing, birding and stargazing. 
•  Learn how long-term conservation work has helped rebuild the reserve from fewer than 100 animals to around 4,000, alongside employment, boreholes, schools, clinics and community support. 
•  Pick up practical Zambia travel advice, including how many nights to stay, what to pack and what might surprise first-time visitors to the country. 

Guest Information:
Wesley Hartmann
Wildlife and Conservation Ambassador
Zambia Luxury Lodge Collection

Key Takeaways:

•  Lolelunga’s private reserve model allows for longer night drives, creating better opportunities to search for nocturnal species such as aardvark, pangolin and civet. 
•  A minimum three-night stay at each safari lodge gives travellers more time to experience the property properly without feeling rushed between transfers and activities. 
•  Conservation at Lolelunga is closely tied to surrounding communities through local employment, fresh-water projects, schools, clinics and long-term development. 

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Blog Post:
https://www.keeptravelling.africa/blog/lolelunga

Episode Number: 4

Property / Guest Name:
Jao Reserve – Ryan Kays

Episode Summary:

•  Ryan Kays shares what makes Jao Reserve such a distinctive part of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. 
•  Discover how the reserve’s six camps offer different experiences across wetter and drier parts of the Delta. 
•  Learn how guests reach Jao Reserve from Maun and why flying is the most practical way into this remote wilderness. 
•  Explore the wide range of activities available, including game drives, night drives, mokoro trips, bush walks, boating, fishing and birding. 
•  Hear the Kays family story and how generations of connection to Botswana helped shape Jao Reserve into what it is today. 
•  Pick up practical Botswana travel advice, from what to pack to the things that may surprise first-time visitors. 

Guest Information:
Ryan Kays
Marketing Manager
Jao Reserve

Key Takeaways:

•  Combining the wetter and drier areas of Jao Reserve can create two very different Okavango Delta safari experiences within the same reserve. 
•  Jao Reserve’s mix of land and water activities gives guests several different ways to experience the Delta. 
• Prize Giveaway: One lucky Keep Travelling listener can win a two-night stay at Tubu Tree Camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta. 

Contact Information:
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Blog Post:
www.keeptravelling.africa/blog/jaoreserve

Episode Number: 3

Property / Guest Name

Siringit Collection — Peter Bruins

Episode Summary

•  Peter Bruins introduces Siringit Collection and its collection of distinctive safari properties across northern Tanzania. 
•  Discover how Siringit Villa, Serengeti Camp, Migration Camp and Tarangire Camp each offer travellers a different experience. 
•  Peter explains how Siringit Migration Camp follows the Great Migration between the southern Serengeti calving season and the northern Mara River crossings. 
•  Hear why Tarangire, with its elephants, baobabs, woodland and river, deserves a place alongside Tanzania's better-known safari destinations. 
•  Rael and Peter discuss food, wildlife, sustainability, community support and Siringit's conservation work. 
•  Peter shares his thoughts on the future of African tourism and why growth in lesser-known protected areas could benefit conservation, communities and travellers. 

Guest Information

Name: Peter Bruins
Title: Country Manager
Company: Siringit Collection

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered

• Different Tanzania experiences: From an intimate villa near Arusha and big cats in the Serengeti to the Great Migration and elephant-rich Tarangire. 
• Tourism with purpose: Siringit's story includes support for Bara Primary School alongside conservation, wildlife protection and sustainability initiatives. 
• Prize Giveaway: One lucky listener can win a two-night stay at Siringit Tarangire Camp on a game package. 

Contact Information:

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Blog Post:

www.keeptravelling.africa/blog/siringit

Episode Number: 2

Property / Guest Name

Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa – Rico Paoletti

www.beachcomber-hotels.com

Episode Summary:

• Rael Zieve speaks with Shandrani General Manager Rico Paoletti about what makes the Mauritius resort different.
• Rico explains the advantages of Shandrani being only minutes from Mauritius International Airport.
• They explore the resort’s 327 rooms, large peninsula setting and its different beaches and coastal landscapes.
• Rico discusses Shandrani’s family-friendly atmosphere, adults-only areas and six different dining experiences.
• The conversation looks at staff training, attention to detail and Rico’s long career in the Mauritius hotel industry.
• They also discuss Beachcomber Sport & Nature, including hiking, cycling and different ways to explore Mauritius beyond the resort.

Guest Information:

Name: Rico Paoletti
Title: General Manager
Company: Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered

• Why Shandrani’s proximity to the airport can actually be an advantage, especially for families arriving after a long journey.
• How the resort combines family facilities, adults-only spaces, multiple beaches and six different dining experiences.
• Why Mauritian hospitality, staff development and opportunities to experience the island through nature remain central to the Shandrani experience.

Contact Information:

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Blog Post:

Read more about Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa and the conversation with Rico Paoletti:

www.keeptravelling.africa/blog/shandrani

Episode Number: 1

Property / Guest Name:

Kariega Game Reserve – Lindy Sutherland

Episode Summary:

•  Discover Kariega Game Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, close to Kenton-on-Sea and well placed for a Garden Route itinerary. 
•  Compare Kariega’s five different lodge experiences, from family-friendly Main Lodge to five-star Settlers Drift and the private Homestead villa. 
•  Learn what guests can expect from the food, hospitality and different dining styles across the reserve. 
•  Explore Big Five game viewing alongside seven different biomes and remarkable Eastern Cape biodiversity. 
•  Discover walking safaris, river cruises, canoeing, fishing, beach excursions and Kariega’s Kids on Safari programme. 
•  Hear how family ownership, conservation and community projects have helped shape Kariega into the reserve it is today. 

Guest Information

Name: Lindy Sutherland
Title: Marketing Director
Company: Kariega Game Reserve

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered

•  Kariega offers five very different lodge experiences, allowing families, couples, active travellers, luxury guests and private groups to choose a safari style that suits them. 
•  The reserve’s seven biomes, two rivers and position within an exceptionally biodiverse part of the Eastern Cape add another dimension to its Big Five safari experience. 
•  Guests staying longer can combine different lodges and explore Kariega’s conservation and community work through the Kariega Foundation. 

Contact Information:

Email: [email protected]

Blog Post:

https://keeptravelling.africa/blog/kariega/

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Episode Number: 88

Property / Guest Name:

Mfulawozi Private Game Reserve – Wendy Dold

Episode Summary:

•  Discover Mfulawozi Private Game Reserve on the southern boundary of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. 
•  Compare the relaxed, family-friendly Mthembu Lodge with the bold and modern Biyela Lodge. 
•  Learn what guests can expect from the reserve’s five-star, all-inclusive safari experience. 
•  Explore Big Five game viewing, cheetahs, wild dogs, black and white rhinos, and rich birdlife. 
•  Hear how Zulu heritage, community ownership and conservation shape the guest experience. 
•  Find out why KwaZulu-Natal works so well for a bush, beach, Battlefields and Drakensberg itinerary. 

Guest Information

Name: Wendy Dold
Title: Sales Manager
Company: Mfulawozi Private Game Reserve

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered

•  Mfulawozi offers two very different five-star lodge experiences, while both give guests access to the same wider wilderness. 
•  KwaZulu-Natal offers strong value, a malaria-free setting, excellent wildlife and easy bush-and-beach combinations. 
•  Listeners can win a two-night stay at Mthembu Lodge, including accommodation, local food, beverages and the safari experience. 

Contact Information:

Email: [email protected]

Blog Post:

https://keeptravelling.africa/blog/mfulawozi/

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Episode Number: 87

Property / Guest Name:
The Harbour Club – Wendy Dold

Episode Summary:

•  Discover Harbour Club overlooking the Port of St Francis. 
•  Learn how easily guests can travel from Port Elizabeth Airport. 
•  Explore the studio apartments, two-bedroom units and penthouses. 
•  Hear about canal cruises, whale watching, golf and seafood. 
•  Learn how St Francis Bay fits into a Garden Route itinerary. 
•  Discover why the coast works so well after an Eastern Cape safari. 

Guest Information:

Wendy Dold
Sales and Marketing Manager
Harbour Club

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered:

•  The Harbour Club offers independent apartment-style accommodation with harbour views, optional breakfast delivery and easy access to local restaurants. 
•  St Francis Bay combines golf, beaches, seafood, whale watching and coastal activities with a relaxed pace. 
•  One listener can win a two-night penthouse stay for up to four people, continental breakfast each morning and a canal cruise. Enter Here

Contact Information:
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Blog Post:
Read more about Harbour Club and planning a St Francis Bay holiday:

https://keeptravelling.africa/blog/The Harbour Club/

Episode Number:
Episode 86

Property / Guest Name:
Moditlo River Lodge – Christiaan van den Berg

Episode Summary:

•  Discover Moditlo River Lodge in South Africa’s Greater Kruger region. 
•  Learn how easily guests can reach the lodge from Hoedspruit Airport. 
•  Explore the luxury chalets, private villas and personalised safari service. 
•  Hear why an authentic safari should go beyond simply seeing the Big Five. 
•  Discover walking safaris, wildlife tracking and nearby experiences. 
•  Learn how to combine a Greater Kruger safari with Cape Town and the coast. 

Guest Information:

Christiaan van den Berg
Co-owner
Moditlo River Lodge

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered:

•  Moditlo combines twice-daily game drives, luxury accommodation, personal dining and private wildlife experiences. 
•  The lodge supports conservation, anti-poaching work and respectful wildlife viewing across its conservancy. 
•  One listener can win a complimentary two-night stay for two people at Moditlo River Lodge, with the option to upgrade to a private villa. 

Contact Information:
[email protected]

Blog Post:
https://keeptravelling.africa/blog/moditlo/

Episode Number:
Episode 85

Property / Guest Name:
Sentidos Beach Retreat – Ines Ferreira and Ria Doorgachurn

Episode Summary:

• Discover Sentidos Beach Retreat on Mozambique’s Inhambane coastline.
• Learn how guests can reach the retreat from Maputo, Vilanculos and South Africa.
• Explore the beach villas, nature villas and private-pool ocean villas.
• Hear about whale shark safaris, scuba diving and mangrove kayaking.
• Discover Mozambican food, fresh seafood and local cultural experiences.
• Learn why Mozambique can offer a rewarding holiday throughout the year.

Guest Information:

Ines Ferreira
Head of Sales
Sentidos Beach Retreat

Ria Doorgachurn
Activities Representative and Open Water Scuba Instructor
SEE Activity Centre / Sentidos Beach Retreat

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered:

• Sentidos combines a peaceful Mozambique beach holiday with diving, marine wildlife, local food and cultural experiences.
• Inhambane offers year-round travel possibilities, with busier holiday periods and quieter months for uncrowded beaches.
• One listener can win a two-night bed-and-breakfast stay for two, return Inhambane Airport transfers and a one-hour sunset quad-bike tour.

Contact Information:
[email protected]

Blog Post:
https://keeptravelling.africa/blog/sentidos/