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Best Family Friendly Safaris

December 21, 2018December 14, 2018 by Mary

Some of the most cherished family memories are made on a holiday to somewhere exciting and new. Families who are considering a dream trip to the African continent can be apprehensive about whether it is the right choice for their little ones, we can happily assure you that not only is it the right choice … Read moreBest Family Friendly Safaris

What’s So Great About The Garden Route? Everything!

September 4, 2018September 4, 2018 by Mary

It’s Wednesday and a long weekend is right around the corner, the perfect time for us (Maddi, Anna and me, Ben) three Jenman African Safaris interns, to start off on a road trip. And what is more suitable for a 4-5 day trip in South Africa, than the world-famous Garden Route? The Garden Route is a 300 … Read moreWhat’s So Great About The Garden Route? Everything!

Wonders of a World in One Country

August 6, 2018 by Mary

Our World in One Country tour is perfect for anyone who wants to delve in the wonders of South Africa and experience its full range destinations and attractions. The tour encompasses practically all that South Africa has to offer (as well as Swaziland and Lesotho, two small countries located within its borders). Guests experience the … Read moreWonders of a World in One Country

Educational Eco-Outing For Rosmead Learners

June 7, 2018 by Mary

Just outside of Cape Town’s city is a wetland that is home to prolific birdlife and even a hippopotamus or two. The Rondevlei Nature Reserve is part of the greater Cape Town and the Environmental Education Trust (CTEET) is located at this nature reserve and is an important educational centre for teaching children about biodiversity … Read moreEducational Eco-Outing For Rosmead Learners

Grow Africa’s Vision and Mission Redefined

February 27, 2018January 11, 2018 by Mary

2017 was a successful year for Grow Africa, our responsible tourism foundation, a year of growth and achieving significant goals. We are proud of our successes and look forwarding to impacting further positive change in the areas our partners Jenman African Safaris and Hideaways operates in. To continue doing so successfully, we decided to redefine our identity … Read moreGrow Africa’s Vision and Mission Redefined

Our Best Guided Group Tours

February 22, 2018December 11, 2017 by Mary

Jenman African Safaris offers a range of Guided Group Safaris throughout Southern Africa, East Africa, and Madagascar. These tours with set departures are expertly designed for travellers who want to see the highlights of a country, or in some cases even more than one country, whilst having an exceptional guide provide valuable insight along the way. These … Read moreOur Best Guided Group Tours

Grow Africa Spreads Joy with the Santa Shoebox Project

February 27, 2018November 29, 2017 by Mary

The festive season is fast approaching and while for many of us in the travel industry that usually means exotic trips or some much needed time off, it’s important to think of the less fortunate as well. When people struggle to make ends meet on a day to day basis, a carefree overseas holiday is … Read moreGrow Africa Spreads Joy with the Santa Shoebox Project

Jenman African Safaris Office Self-Sustainably Saving Water

November 28, 2017November 28, 2017 by Mary

Cape Town is currently experiencing one of the worst droughts in history, inhabitants have been urged to drastically reduce water usage or Day Zero – the day when no water will pour from the taps – will be upon us as soon as May 2018. The city has stipulated that everyone needs to use less … Read moreJenman African Safaris Office Self-Sustainably Saving Water

5 Water Saving Hotels in Cape Town

February 22, 2018November 2, 2017 by Mary

December is the beginning of tourist season in Cape Town, which means an influx of visitors from all around the world as well as from within South Africa to the “Mother City”. They are flocking to the beautiful beaches, luxurious wine farms and breathtaking nature activities that make the city so popular. However, Capetonians themselves … Read more5 Water Saving Hotels in Cape Town

Unveiling the Sandpit and Delivering Painted Tyres to Rosmead Primary School

October 3, 2017 by Mary

In our last newsletter, we told you about the tyres that the Jenman office painted for the children of Rosmead Primary. Now, we are excited to tell you that the tyres have been delivered to the schoolchildren and the visit coincided with the unveiling of the new sandpit that we built as part of our … Read moreUnveiling the Sandpit and Delivering Painted Tyres to Rosmead Primary School

Reasons Why the Southern Experience is a Terrible No Good Very Bad Idea

September 13, 2017September 13, 2017 by Mary

Jenman African Safaris’ Northern / Southern Experience tour showcases the best of southern Africa, sandwiching all the highlights of Namibia and Botswana between the top tourist destinations of Cape Town and Victoria Falls. Travellers can choose whether they would like to start in Cape Town and end in Victoria Falls, this is the Northern Experience. Or … Read moreReasons Why the Southern Experience is a Terrible No Good Very Bad Idea

5 African Travel Destinations Where the US Dollar is Strong

July 4, 2017 by Mary

There are some places around the world where your dollar, pound or euro will simply stretch much further. Whether it’s a weak currency, low cost of living or even a combination of both, travellers can take real advantage of the travel opportunities provided by these factors. If you are looking to have an amazing, but … Read more5 African Travel Destinations Where the US Dollar is Strong

Knysna is Open for Business

July 4, 2017 by Mary

The recent fires in Knysna were incredibly devastating to hear about as reports came in of uncontrollable flare-ups, evacuations, and unfortunately tragic loss of life. People of South Africa and even the rest of the world watched with dismay as the fires kept spreading in a place that they had so many cherished holiday memories … Read moreKnysna is Open for Business

Top 10 Highlights of the Garden Route, not to be missed

July 13, 2017June 5, 2017 by Mary

The Garden Route is quickly becoming one of the must-do road trips for South African locals and international travellers alike. Spanning from Mossel Bay to the Storms River Mouth, the spectacular beauty and diversity on show will ‘wow’ you at each and every stop of your trip. The larger areas of the Klein Karoo, Knysna … Read moreTop 10 Highlights of the Garden Route, not to be missed

The Most Beautiful Hikes in South Africa

February 28, 2017September 21, 2016 by Mary

One of the best things to do – if you’re sick of visiting coffee shops orshopping centers – is to step into nature and go on hikes in South Africa. Surrounded by the earthy smell of the forest, hearing only the crunching of leaves, and the twittering of birds, reconnects you to your inner self. Jenman … Read moreThe Most Beautiful Hikes in South Africa

4 Things To Do in Central Cape Town

April 26, 2017August 22, 2016 by Mary

South Africa’s most beautiful city, racking up awards every year, is often the start and end to many holiday trips for international visitors. Jenman tours also usually end and start off in Cape Town, and if you’re on the Northern or Southern Experience, you will get to spend 2 days at the start or end … Read more4 Things To Do in Central Cape Town

Did you know South Africa also has a “Little Five”?

July 24, 2017May 16, 2016 by Mary

The ultimate bucket list for travellers visiting Southern Africa is to catch a glimpse of all the members of the Big 5: buffalo, elephant, lion, rhinoceros, and leopard. But did you know there is the Little 5 also exists? This group celebrates South Africa’s incredible biodiversity and the many small creatures that do not get … Read moreDid you know South Africa also has a “Little Five”?

The Big 5 Club: Why did our company decide to help out a local school?

April 26, 2017March 18, 2016 by Mary

Our company, Jenman African Safaris, offers every employee the chance to help out a nearby school every two weeks. We have two teams of 8 people – and every second week a group goes to play with the kids in our lunch break. It’s just two hours of our time a month; but it’s already … Read moreThe Big 5 Club: Why did our company decide to help out a local school?

Our Favourite Family Friendly Lodges

April 26, 2017March 1, 2016 by kirstin

We have compiled a list of our favourite lodges that makes travelling with your family a fun affair. There are some things you need to look out for when you go on a safari with your family, so make sure to read this first. Our favourite malaria-free lodges: Lodges in this area that are malaria-free are … Read moreOur Favourite Family Friendly Lodges

Meet the people who make the magic happen

July 24, 2017February 25, 2016 by Mary

We thought it was about time we introduce our amazing team who make all your tailor-made travel dreams come true. While Jenman African Safaris offers set tours – we also create tours for our travel agents who want a unique itinerary or something with a little va va voom for their series or group tours! … Read moreMeet the people who make the magic happen

Grow Africa Hike – A Walk to Remember

April 26, 2017February 25, 2016 by Mary

At 9am on an unusually chilly morning of 19 February, 14 slightly sleepy Jenman staff members, a guide named Todd, a 2-year old toddler, and 17 very energetic children from Rosmead Primary School decided to brave the hike from Constantia Nek to the world famous botanical gardens of Kirstenbosch. The reason? Well firstly, many of … Read moreGrow Africa Hike – A Walk to Remember

Summer Loving in Cape Town – Our Top 10 Sunset Spots

February 22, 2018February 19, 2016 by Mary

What happens when you combine the perfect climate with a trendy city nestled in a beautiful landscape? You get a world class sundowner destination that’s what! With one of the best climates in the world, the Western Cape of South Africa is the ideal summer time destination for both locals and internationals. Looking for the … Read moreSummer Loving in Cape Town – Our Top 10 Sunset Spots

My 4-days Surf Trip on the Garden Route

February 22, 2018October 27, 2015 by Intern

Let me introduce myself – my name is Paul and I am a French intern at Jenman African Safaris. I am studying at a Business School in Lyon, France and am currently completing a 6-month internship I had to do abroad. I guess you could say Cape Town is my new home and I am … Read moreMy 4-days Surf Trip on the Garden Route

The Discovery of Homo Naledi

April 28, 2017September 28, 2015 by Intern

If you’ve been online at all over the past couple of weeks, the chances are you’ll have come across something to do with Homo Naledi, the most recent and exciting geological discovery to have captured the attention of the world’s media. Unearthed by university geologist Lee Berger and his team, the fragment of a fossil … Read moreThe Discovery of Homo Naledi

Mountains of the Mist

July 24, 2017August 14, 2015 by Intern

Cloaked under a thick blanket of mist in the early mornings, the Bvumba Mountains tower 609-metres above sea level, on the Zimbabwe-Mozambique border. Rising to a peak named Castle Beacon, which stands 1911-metres tall, these beautiful Mountains of the Mist – as they’re called by locals and foreign visitors alike – are historically and spiritually … Read moreMountains of the Mist

Jenman’s South African Self-Drive Safari

July 24, 2017July 2, 2015 by Mary

If you’ve always wanted to embark on the adventure of an African safari, but worry you’ll feel rushed through the experience, Jenman is happy to be able to offer you the perfect solution – a self-drive safari! During the trip, you will be able to explore the beauty of South Africa as you make your … Read moreJenman’s South African Self-Drive Safari

The Jenman families’ great Cape discovery!

December 6, 2018May 14, 2015 by Mary

Ross, Callum and Sandra Jenman find a Geo Caching site along the Pipe Track in Cape Town, South Africa

We’ve blogged about huge discoveries before, about treasure being found and remarkable events that have happened across Africa. We never ever thought that someone from our own company would find something worth blogging about. Well, ladies and gentleman, today you are reading the story of how Garth Jenman, the founder of Jenman African Safaris, and … Read moreThe Jenman families’ great Cape discovery!

A Trip Aboard the Rovos Rail

April 28, 2017April 2, 2015 by Intern

Rohan Vos is the train-lover whose dreams of train travel around the African continent lead to the launch of Rovos Rail. With the company’s first journey embarking on 29 April 1989, Rovos Rail has provided train trips throughout Africa for the last 26 years and has been hailed as the most luxurious train in the … Read moreA Trip Aboard the Rovos Rail

Are you in Cape Town over the Festive Season?

May 22, 2017December 12, 2014 by Mary

If so, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront (V&A for short) will be hosting a couple of wonderful events for you to partake in: 1. Watershed Christmas Market for adults and children The V&A Watershed is an upmarket warehouse filled with 150 small businesses that showcase to visitors the incredible depth and creativity the African people … Read moreAre you in Cape Town over the Festive Season?

5 South African Bucket List Destinations

July 24, 2017December 10, 2014 by jenman

To say I love to explore and adventure around South Africa is an understatement. It should be a country on everyone’s bucket list as a destination one has to visit at least once in their lifetime just as it was on mine. This country is special and no amount of words can begin to describe the sheer beauty and abundance of amazing attractions one can expect to experience. South Africa has the perfect mix of affordable holidays, natural beauty, good weather, abundant wildlife and can rightly claim the title of being the adventure capital of the world.

Some of my favourite South African destinations that have made my bucket list include…

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