A2A Safaris - Safarihttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/tags/safarienWorld Wildlife Day: Technology In Conservationhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/world-wildlife-day-technology-conservation<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>It’s a little over 10 years ago now that March 3<sup>rd</sup> was declared United Nations World Wildlife Day. It’s an auspicious day, having been the date the Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was signed in 1973. Technology in conservation has come a long way since then. This is a global 24 hours to recognise the importance of wildlife and biodiversity along with the benefits and beauty we’re able to derive from nature. This year’s World Wildlife Day is focused upon ‘Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation’ with the aim of exploring how technology can drive conservation. Since our inception we’ve been devoted to protecting Africa’s wild places and ensuring that crucial ecosystems and the animals within them survive for many years to come.</p>
<p>Many of our projects have also come to incorporate technology in conservation. A number of the projects we support already utilise technological advances, making conservation success easier to achieve, particularly with such vast spaces to cover. As technology advances, so does the scope of conservation.</p>
<p>“Technology is a wonderful ally of conservation, providing the tools to better understand, protect and restore our natural world with unprecedented precision and effectiveness,” explains Murray McCallum our Sustainability Manager. <span> </span></p>
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<p>In northwest Namibia for example, we support The Desert Lion Conservation Project and Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC) with TOSCO to mitigate human-wildlife conflict. For over 20 years the region’s desert-lion population has been studied by Dr Philip Stander. Dr Stander’s research and the IRDNC’s outreach work provide the ideal foundation upon which to implement technology. This is the most comprehensively collared and monitored free-ranging lion population in Africa. The project uses an automatic monitoring and early warning system which, thanks to new satellite collars and communications software warns farmers when lions are moving closer and allows herders to move them to safety. The Lion Rangers use the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART) system which allows them to log patrols and responses to any incidents that occur, vastly improving the efficacy of reporting. The system has also enabled the first ever Northwest Lion Population Survey. You can find out more about this project <a href="https://www.naturalselectionfoundation.org/conservation/desert-lion-conservation-conflict-mitigation-system/">here</a>.</p>
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<p>Our work with Communities Living Alongside Wildlife Sustainably (CLAWS) also uses collars and an early warning notification for herders so that they can corral their livestock before predators get too close.</p>
<div>“The advancements in technology give us an opportunity to learn and share information in unprecedented ways,” notes CLAWS Conservancy president and founder Andrew Stein. “First, satellite collars allow us to closely follow the movements of lions to understand their preferred habits. Further, we’ve used these collars to develop a first-of-its-kind fully automated Lion Alert System that delivers real-time warnings to farmers’ cell phones when collared lions approach. This system provides information about individual lions that allows farmers to take preventative measures to reduce conflict.”</div>
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<div> You can find out more <a href="https://www.naturalselectionfoundation.org/conservation/communal-herding-for-livestock-and-wildlife-protection/">here</a>.</div>
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<p>This collaring technology isn’t limited to predators though. We are currently working with Elephants For Africa (EFA) on a three year study to track the movement of elephants. In order to obtain accurate data, the project has collared 10 adult males with GPS collars to collect movement and habitat utilisation data. The collars are also fitted with accelerometers which allow the team to interpret certain behaviours such as feeding. This information is valuable as it’ll highlight areas of particular importance and guide sampling sites for mineral analyses. A Geography Information System (GIS) which analyses and shows geographically referenced information, will be used to assess the link between the spatial distribution of elephants and the concentrations of minerals in the soil, water and vegetation. These collars serve an additional purpose informing Impacts Surface Water – part of our large mammal migration work. This project investigates the impact of surface water on herbivore ecology and the knock-on effects on vegetation, landscape-scale connectivity and human-elephant conflicts.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-4-1.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="681" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33791" srcset="https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-4-1.jpg 1024w, https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-4-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-4-1-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>Another large animal that technology is helping is the giraffe. We’re working alongside the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF) to assess the numbers, distribution and taxonomic status of giraffe. Our giraffe specialists at Thamo Telele are very involved with this work, and guests at Hoanib Valley Camp in Namibia will also be familiar with GCF., with whom we have a long standing working relationship. This data is being gathered through the tagging of giraffe coupled with an analysis of their DNA to determine which sub-species they are.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-5-1.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="681" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33790" srcset="https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-5-1.jpg 1024w, https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-5-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-5-1-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>DNA sampling might not be an everyday occurrence, but one piece of technology we’re all familiar with is the harnessing of the sun for solar power – something that makes a lot of sense beneath the blazing African sun! It’s solar power that keeps Elephants For Africa’s electric fencing running and stops the magnificent pachyderms from encroaching on nearby settlements.</p>
<p>Anti-poaching is another area that has benefitted enormously from developments in tech. Our teams in Khwai Private Reserve, Botswana are able to keep track of 200,000 hectares of wilderness thanks to thermal drones, camera traps and Garmin inReach satellite communication devices. See <a href="https://www.naturalselectionfoundation.org/conservation/khwai-private-reserve-anti-poaching/.">link</a>.</p>
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<p>Over in Namibia meanwhile, similar work is done with the help of a surveillance system which was generously donated by WWF. This system incorporates six towers and 12 cameras to ensure the reserve isn’t breached. The system has capacity for 32 cameras and we’ve funded additional cameras ourselves, all of which helps keep the concession’s precious inhabitants safe. You can find out more <a href="https://www.naturalselectionfoundation.org/conservation/etosha-heights-rhino-protection/">here</a>.<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-7.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="681" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33793" srcset="https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-7.jpg 1024w, https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https://naturalselection.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blog-category-1024-x-681px-7-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>Camera traps might not be as progressive as some of the other technology that plays a part in keeping wildlife protected, but they’re still a vital component. The advancement of AI has aided the efficacy of camera traps, with the technology able to filter through data and identify individuals more efficiently than the human eye. They’re also integral to our new project which studies the impact of climate change on aardvarks, assessing their densities at three locations in Botswana’s Kalahari.</p>
<p>None of these projects would be nearly as effective without technology, and none would be possible without the support of our guests. 1.5% of every guest’s stay goes directly to our outreach and conservation work, but if you feel you could help us make even more of a difference please donate through this <a href="https://www.naturalselectionfoundation.org/donate/?target=The+Desert+Lion+Early+Warning+Conflict+Mitigation+System">link.</a></p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/conservation" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Conservation</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div></div>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:34:53 +0000Anonymous3863 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/world-wildlife-day-technology-conservation#commentsWomen in Conservationhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/women-conservation<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://tswalu.com/women-in-conservation/">Women in Conservation</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://tswalu.com">Tswalu</a>.</p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div></div>Tue, 14 Jul 2020 19:40:17 +0000Anonymous3409 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/birding-tswalu-kalahari#commentsFive birds to tick off at Tswaluhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/five-birds-to-tick-tswalu<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Are you interested in birding, but perhaps have no idea where to start? My interest in birding began when I started working as a field guide, and once I’d grasped their entertainment value I quickly became hooked. Learning bird calls was the quickest way to recognise more species and add them to my list. Here’s a quick introduction to five birds I never tire of seeing at Tswalu.</p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div></div>Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:55:39 +0000Anonymous3388 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/five-birds-to-tick-tswalu#commentsWhat defines Tswalu Kalaharihttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/what-defines-tswalu-kalahari<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The wide, open spaces of Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa’s largest, privately owned reserve, have long drawn travellers seeking a deeply layered, immersive safari.</p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/conservation" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Conservation</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/community" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">community</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/accommodation" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Accommodation</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/dining" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Dining</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div></div>Tue, 09 Jun 2020 12:04:51 +0000Anonymous3389 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/what-defines-tswalu-kalahari#commentsTracker Academy at Tswalu Kalaharihttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/tracker-academy-tswalu-kalahari<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>They say an experienced tracker can read the earth like a book. Successful tracking demands experience, knowledge, patience, physical endurance, and mental focus, often under challenging environmental conditions over extended periods. Tracking involves the interpretation of signs of the wild, from animal tracks and dung to calls and behaviour.</p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/community" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">community</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div></div>Tue, 09 Jun 2020 10:49:53 +0000Anonymous3390 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/tracker-academy-tswalu-kalahari#commentsFamily safari memories to last a lifetimehttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/family-safari-memories-to-last-a-lifetime<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://tswalu.com/family-safari-memories-to-last-a-lifetime/">Family safari memories to last a lifetime</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://tswalu.com">Tswalu</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags" rel="dc:subject"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div>Sun, 17 May 2020 13:46:19 +0000Anonymous3359 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/family-safari-memories-to-last-a-lifetime#commentsThe Legendary Allure of Tanzania’s Serengetihttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/the-legendary-allure-tanzania%E2%80%99s-serengeti<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The Serengeti’s storied plains are a thing of wondrous beauty; endless grasslands, winding rivers, rocky volcanic outcrops and thorny acacia forests. Renowned for its epic mammal migration which draws thousands of safari lovers every year, this pristine wilderness is also one of the best places in the world to see lions in their natural habitat, along with a host of other unique wildlife. Once the migration has moved on, visitors are able to experience an array of untamed wildlife, including giraffe, elephant and gazelle; further proof that the Serengeti offers diverse and fascinating game viewing all year round. Singita’s lodges and camps in two concessions in the region offer an intimate glimpse at this incredible ecosystem.</p>
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<p>Over the next two weeks we will be sharing the highlights of these vast conservation areas with you, from the lush, riverine landscape of <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-lamai/" target="_blank">Singita Lamai</a> to the 350,000-acre <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-grumeti/" target="_blank">Singita Grumeti</a> reserve, ideally positioned on the migratory route which is home to an abundance of wildlife throughout the year. We’ll help you discover Singita Serengeti; a place where each season is as majestic as the last:</p>
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<p><em>Singita is the trusted guardian of over half a million acres of land in Africa and responsible for making a tangible difference in the lives of the people living and working in and around its lodges through successful community development projects. The company proudly operates <a href="http://singita.com/lodges/" target="_blank">6 lodges and camps in Tanzania</a>, each a unique and thrilling safari experience in its own right. <a href="http://singita.com/about/" target="_blank">Find out more »</a></em></p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/environment" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Environment</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/experience" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Experience</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/lamai" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Lamai</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/lodges-and-camps" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Lodges and Camps</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-grumeti" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Grumeti</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/luxury-safari-tanzania" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">luxury safari in Tanzania</a></div></div>Thu, 19 Nov 2015 07:07:30 +0000Anonymous1576 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/the-legendary-allure-tanzania%E2%80%99s-serengeti#commentsHoneymoon Safari: A Match Made in Heavenhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/honeymoon-safari-a-match-made-heaven<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><div id="attachment_12430" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_3.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-12430" alt="Honeymoon safari at Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_3.jpg" width="630" height="417" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Sweni Lodge, South Africa</p>
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<p>Wedding preparations can be as stressful as they are enjoyable, and yet nothing can prepare you for the blissful whirlwind of that special day. A luxurious and extraordinary honeymoon is the perfect way to reflect, unwind and celebrate the beginning of a new life together. The romance and adventure of an African safari is difficult to beat, whether you want to experience the ultimate in relaxation or get your blood pumping in thrilling moments of discovery.</p>
<p>Singita’s portfolio of properties, across three countries in Africa, is a wonderful starting point for an idyllic honeymoon. Anton de Wit, our Travel Service Manager, has some fantastic ideas for a memorable newlywed visit to our stunning lodges in South Africa, Zimbabwe or Tanzania:</p>
<div id="attachment_12606" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 650px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/balloon.png"><img class="size-full wp-image-12606" alt="Hot air balloon in the Serengeti | Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/balloon.png" width="640" height="426" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Grumeti, Tanzania</p>
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<p><strong>See the Serengeti</strong><br />
Visitors to <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-grumeti/" target="_blank">Singita Grumeti</a> in Tanzania have the unique opportunity of chartering a hot air balloon for an unforgettable ride over the treetops of the Serengeti. This once-in-a-lifetime experience takes game viewing to new heights and gives photography buffs an amazing new perspective on the world below. You’ll skim above the grasslands and acacia forests, and at other times ascend to 1 000 feet to see the enormity of the reserve. The Singita Balloon Safari is a romantic and evocative way of experiencing the wilderness as you gracefully and silently glide over the plains, observing the wide variety of wildlife below.</p>
<div id="attachment_12699" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/equestrian.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-12699" alt="Horseback safari in the Serengeti at Singita Grumeti" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/equestrian.jpg" width="630" height="277" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Horseback safari at Singita Grumeti</p>
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<p><strong>High adventure</strong><br />
Our more adventurous guests will also enjoy the variety of outdoor activities available, which can be customised for honeymooners looking for a little solitude. These include stargazing, mountain biking, guided bush walks, wine and whiskey tastings, visits to ancient rock art sites, archery, tennis, fishing and horseback safaris. The latter, also available at Singita Grumeti, affords guests the thrill of discovering the vast plains of the Serengeti on horseback; the surreal romance and excitement of exploring the exquisite wilderness of this unique area at eye level with the wildlife. Singita’s day rides and longer <a href="http://singita.com/blog/tag/equestrian-safaris/" target="_blank">equestrian safaris</a> allow guests to journey across the open plains with a herd of zebra or giraffe, bringing them truly in touch with the pulse of Africa.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_6.jpg"><img alt="Honeymoon safari at Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_6.jpg" width="630" height="420" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Pamushana Lodge, Zimbabwe</p>
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<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_2.jpg"><img alt="Honeymoon safari at Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_2.jpg" width="630" height="417" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Lebombo Lodge, South Africa</p>
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<p><strong>Rest & relaxation</strong><br />
Those looking for a less adrenaline-filled day will love the tranquility of our renowned Bush Spa, which offers a holistic and healing approach to treatments. The spa menu has been created to complement the beauty and serenity of the wilderness, and all treatments incorporate that peace and vibrant energy to revitalize and nourish guests. Body treatments such as massage, polishing scrubs and nourishing masks can be enjoyed in the comfort of your suite, out on a private deck or at the spa, and all treatments can be tailored for couples.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_1.jpg"><img alt="Honeymoon safari at Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_1.jpg" width="630" height="420" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Faru Faru Lodge, Tanzania</p>
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<p><strong>Total seclusion</strong><br />
Each of Singita’s properties has been designed to offer guests total seclusion, from the small number of self-contained suites set at a generous distance from one another, to the option of a private vehicle for twice-daily game drives. Meals can also be enjoyed privately, whether by candlelight in your suite, under the stars on the deck or out in the bush, surrounded by hurricane lamps with your own private chef and “banakeli” (butler). It would be difficult to find a more romantic setting for enjoying a delicious dinner together than in a dining room created especially for you in the soft sand of a dry river bed, with the Milky Way twinkling overhead.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_7.jpg"><img alt="Honeymoon safari at Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_7.jpg" width="630" height="420" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Sabora Tented Camp, Tanzania</p>
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<p><strong>Something for everyone</strong><br />
Singita’s twelve lodges and camps offer something different to every traveller. From the wide plains of the Serengeti in <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-grumeti/" target="_blank">Tanzania</a>, to the lush bushveld of the <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-kruger-national-park/" target="_blank">Kruger National Park</a> and the majestic baobabs and sandstone outcrops of <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-malilangwe/" target="_blank">Zimbabwe</a>, guests at Singita enjoy exclusive access to over half a million acres of pristine wilderness across <a href="http://singita.com/regions/" target="_blank">five diverse ecosystems</a> in Africa. Deciding which of these beautiful regions to visit is the only effort you’ll have to make; our dedicated Travel Services team will handle the rest.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_1.jpg"><img alt="Honeymoon safari at Singita" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/honeymoon_4.jpg" width="630" height="420" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Tanzania</p>
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<p><em>Our specialised Travel Service team are always available to help plan an unforgettable romantic getaway just for you. You can get in touch with them <a href="http://singita.com/singita-enquiry-form/" target="_blank">here</a> or email <a href="mailto:enquiries@singita.com" target="_blank">enquiries@singita.com</a>.</em></p>
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