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Thursday, October 29, 2009

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - Back from Kenya and Tanzania


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE



KENYA
TANZANIA



Dear Kenneth,

Just a quick note to tell you we had a fantastic time on our EAST AFRICAN EXPLORER.

Everything went without a glitch, and all of the lodges were wonderful, as was the service and food at every one. Our guide Moudy on safaris was a kind, quiet and knowledgeable man with a great sense of humor We saw hundreds of animals, including the 'Big Five'.

Our safari mates were a blast! When I found out they were cops, I thought they'd be a bit stodgy, but they were great fun, loved their cocktails (as we all do), and we'll probably keep in touch with them.

Anyway, thanks so much for all of your good work, and when I get a chance, I'm going to post a nice review for 2AFRIKA on Trip Advisor (when I do, I'll send you the link).


Yours sincerely, Scott, Anthony and Katie – Providence RI


IMPORTANT SAFARI SAVINGS ANNOUNCEMENT!


2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

Monday, October 19, 2009

PURE AND SIMPLE BEAUTY – is how one ‘In Their Own Words’ entrant described her African Experience


MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
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PURE AND SIMPLE BEAUTY


That’s how I would describe my memories of Africa from my safari with 2AFRIKA! I went into this trip with no clue of what to expect. I was excited yet somewhat apprehensive of the vast country I was about to encounter. Yet from the first email with my 2AFRIKA rep to the clerk at the smallest vineyard in Stellenbosch, I received only the best, from knowledge and experience to recommendations and places to avoid. What a FABULOUS trip this was!

Johannesburg and the tour of Soweto put names and places with knowledge from history and social studies. It was awe inspiring to see the people and learn about their lives. It was pure and simple, there was nothing fancy about any of it.

Kruger National Park is the epitome of pure and simple beauty! Nothing could be more simple than seeing rhinos and lions roaming together in their natural habitat. The experience of the Manyatta Rock Camp was amazing. I can’t think of another place where your room is a rock and your shower is attached to the outside of the rock so you can stare at the stars while you feel the warmth of the water under a night sky.

Sunset on the Zambezi River in Zambia was pure and simple beauty! From the chair on the boat I watched as the sun set in the distance. Everyone on the boat was quiet, in awe of the natural beauty of this phenomena we experience everyday yet seldom take advantage of! It’s funny how being in a different environment makes you appreciate the natural beauty of the earth even more!

Africa was an unforgettable experience! The people and the land are pure and simple beauty!

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

URGENT NEWS - VISAS – VICTORIA FALLS / ZIMBABWE

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

IMMEDIATE AND IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING VISAS FOR ZIMBABWE


PLEASE NOTE – Historically, any passenger visiting Zimbabwe who may have left the country (E.G. a day-visit to nearby Chobe National Park or a day-visit to the Zambia side of the Victoria Falls) but intended retuning to Zimbabwe to overnight was not requested to reapply for an additional visa upon return.

However, with immediate effect, Zimbabwe will be charging for re-entry visas for passengers who have left the country on a day trip. This information received today (Monday October 18, 2009) seems to have been in place for a few days already – it is not unusual for us to receive such information after implementation. We do however draw such issues to our passengers’ attention immediately upon receipt thereof.

Our on-site representatives have informed us that any passengers leaving Zimbabwe on a day trip MUST purchase a multiple entry visa for Zimbabwe.

The same rule applies in the opposite direction and has a bearing on our Botswana Safaris. If you arrive into the Victoria Falls International Airport, you will need to purchase a visa to enter Zimbabwe merely to take an overland transfer to Botswana.

PULA, our popular Botswana Safari includes a day trip to the Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe . . . which means that you have to purchase a multiple entry for Zimbabwe. Additionally, if your departure back to the United States commences from the Victoria Falls International Airport, you will require yet another visa to enter the country, simply to depart.

The cost of the visa differs by nationality and is subject to change without notice. It appears at this time via our sources that a single entry visa will cost $60.00 whilst a multiple entry visa will cost $95.00 but frankly, that will depend on the mood of the Immigration Official on duty at the time of your application.

PATHETIC ISN’T IT?

Just another reason to avoid Zimbabwe . . . what a shame . . . for it is a beautiful country . . . but 2AFRIKA, INC. cannot constantly be in the middle of visa costs . . . particularly since we do not make the rules nor charge the visa costs on behalf of the Zimbabwean Government!

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

KEEP AFRICA AFFORDABLE

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


2AFRIKA, INC. is without doubt an American Dream come true.

Born from an insatiable desire to Keep Africa Affordable, 2AFRIKA, INC. opened doors to the American traveler in the summer of 1995. From humble beginnings, the Company evolved into a multi-million dollar corporation in just a little over a decade.

Despite the negative connotation associated with the 'dot.com' era, 2AFRIKA, INC. is a full service Tour Operator / Travel Agency serving passengers from a global audience as well as from North America.

Our World Headquarters is located at 111 John Street in New York City, just a few minutes from Wall Street and you’re invited to stop by (appointments preferred) whenever you are in Manhattan.

Now known as 2AFRIKA, INC., the company is manned by talented and experienced people who, like the Founder & President Kenneth R. Hieber, were either born on the Continent or have visited Africa frequently for onsite training. Hieber sets the pace that drives the company and strives constantly to Keep Africa Affordable.

Others have tried in vain to clone the 2AFRIKA, INC. business model – it cannot be done. With Associates whose roots originate in Africa, we’re the only true African tour operator who can boldly claim that our passengers can rest assured that they will be dealt with by natives of the Continent whose tenure there exceeds a half-Century. That’s the type of knowledge that you need and its precisely the knowledge that we generously share.

Keeping Africa Affordable

2AFRIKA, INC. is one of the world's premier African destination management companies focusing solely on Africa. Headquartered in New York City, New York, we meticulously prepare travel arrangements to more than 18 African countries and Indian Ocean Islands. We are engaged in every aspect of African travel planning including flights, accommodations, transportation, sightseeing tours, adrenaline activities and much more. We are extremely committed to ‘Keeping Africa Affordable’ and ‘Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism’ but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of our valued passengers!

'Roots'

Our earliest roots trace back to December 1977 when our Founder & President Kenneth R. Hieber joined the tourism and hospitality industry. Native to Africa, Hieber ultimately conceived and founded South African based 'The Travel Consultant' in 1984 specializing in retail corporate and leisure travel internationally. That company later became 2AFRIKA, INC. and incorporated in the United States in 1994. Our subsequent acquisitions and positioning in the global marketplace have resulted in an African owned and operated destination management company fully focused on its original founding mission statement – Keep Africa Affordable.

The scope of our skills

Together with our diverse and highly skilled African and United States workforce, our destination management skills include but are not limited to overland safaris, family safaris, culinary safaris, fully escorted safaris, private safaris, African honeymoons, inspirational & healing safaris, city breaks, luxury rail safaris, resort & spa breaks, self-drive safaris, Diaspora cultural journeys and Rainbow safaris.

The way we see it is 'Just Dream – We’ll do the Rest'

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

Sunday, October 18, 2009

AFRICA SAFARI - 2AFRIKA's preferred Okavango Delta Lodge



SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


THE MIRACLE OF WATER - A scheduled 5 day Safari in Botswana - the Okavango Delta visits 2AFRIKA's preferred Okavango Delta Lodge - MOREMI CROSSING!

Let the photographs inspire you . . . yours from only $1,799 p/p for 5-days!

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

AFRICA SAFARI WITH 2AFRIKA


“Dream on a dime”

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
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AFRICA SAFARI WITH 2AFRIKA


“Wilds of Kenya”

“Wild Tanzania”

“The week's best travel bargains around the globe, by land, sea and air”

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

EAST AFRICAN RUSH HOUR – a photograph too incredible not to share!


SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Look at this fantastic photograph entitled East African Traffic Jam sent in by a 2AFRIKA, INC. passenger as part of "In Their Own Words" competition!

We do hope that you feel the thrill as much as we did!

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

Saturday, October 17, 2009

EVER COME ACROSS PHOTOS THAT YOU JUST CANNOT KEEP TO YOURSELF - they are too great not to share






SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Look at these fantastic shots which define East Africa sent in by a 2AFRIKA, Inc. passenger as part of "In Their Own Words" competition!

We do hope that you feel the thrill as much as we did!

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!
What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

AN INCREDIBLE SHOT BY A 2AFRIKA PASSENGER TO GOOD NOT SHARE!


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AN INCREDIBLE SHOT BY A 2AFRIKA PASSENGER TO GOOD NOT SHARE!


2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

AFRICAN SAFARI CONCERNS BECOME PRESCIOUS MEMORIES


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Here is a list of the things that worried me most before I took my first African safari:

A)Coming down with malaria, sleeping sickness, typhoid fever, and pretty much every other disease for which I had, and had not, been inoculated

B)Finding that our lodges in no way resembled the 'touched-up' photos on the websites. I feared everything from shabby rooms and broken-down generators, to holey mosquito netting around our beds

C)Having to eat bad, strange food while my supply of Imodium dwindled

D)Being attacked by rampaging elephants, hungry lions, enraged rhinos – you name it – while stranded in our disabled vehicle, under the broiling African sun

E)Getting stuck with miserable boring people while stranded in above vehicle

Was I being a bit neurotic?

My companion thought so.

Tom seemed mostly concerned about missing out on one or more of 'the big five'.

Maybe that’s just how a guy thinks.

Here is what we DID experience on our trip to Kenya and Tanzania:

On our first day we had a relaxing afternoon and fine poolside dinner under the setting Nairobi sun. Wow – we’re really here!! It was surprisingly cool and pleasant.

After a good night’s sleep we met our traveling companions, and split up into three safari vehicles bound for the Maasai Mara. Our fellow travelers hailed from the U.S., the U.K., Canada, New Zealand, and Belgium. What a terrific group!

Our guides in Kenya and Tanzania were wonderful. Geevon and Amari were not just punctual, courteous and friendly. They were great drivers, and amazingly well-informed about the local flora and fauna.

They were also mysterious. On our game drives, they were in constant radio contact with other guides. Eavesdropping was fruitless, although one of our friends did speak a smidgen of Swahili.

We all knew something was up when our driver would take a quick detour, and we’d go flying and bouncing over the sandy, rutted tracks. We were rewarded by a group of young male lions enjoying a juicy cape buffalo, leopards in trees with their kills, baby cheetahs chirping for their missing mom, white AND black rhino sightings and the ever-popular mating lions. We saw 'the big five' many times over – and so much more. Tom was a happy man.

After an early morning game drive, or at the end of the day, it was delightful to return to our lodge. Even by American standards, they were never disappointing – and sometimes downright luxurious. We enjoyed lovely spacious rooms, sparkling swimming pools, and stunning natural scenery. How impressive to be sipping a cocktail while viewing a panorama of Mt Kilimanjaro, the Ngorongoro crater or the Serengeti plains. The food was varied, plentiful and delicious, the hotel staff always gracious and smiling.

The nights and early mornings were often punctuated by the sounds, and occasional sights, of animals moving about. While at the Hemingway Bar viewing area at Amboseli Lodge, we were treated to the sight of the very rare Kenyan pussycat mingling with the mongooses. We always felt safe though – even neurotic me.

And yes, some of the roads are horrible, and sometimes vehicles have flat tires or mechanical issues (ours did once – and we all got out and pushed while Amari popped the clutch), but it’s all part of the adventure………and a great adventure it was.

PS. I still have a full packet of Imodium in my medicine cabinet!

Judy Gilbert

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER ANNOUNCES THE WINNERS OF ITS 22nd ANNUAL READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its 2009 Readers’ Choice Awards, ranking the best cities, islands, cruise lines, airlines, hotels, resorts, and car rental agencies worldwide. The awards appear in the November issue (on newsstands October 20) and are derived from the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice survey. This year, 25,008 readers voted on more than 10,000 properties and destinations

Below are results for the top three winners in three categories that featured South Africa

Top Resorts Africa

1. Mombo and Little Mombo Camps, Botswana
2. Sandibe Safari Lodge, Botswana
3. Safari Lodges at Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER ANNOUNCES THE WINNERS OF ITS 22nd ANNUAL READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its 2009 Readers’ Choice Awards, ranking the best cities, islands, cruise lines, airlines, hotels, resorts, and car rental agencies worldwide. The awards appear in the November issue (on newsstands October 20) and are derived from the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice survey. This year, 25,008 readers voted on more than 10,000 properties and destinations

Below are results for the top three winners in three categories that featured South Africa

Top Resorts Africa

1. Mombo and Little Mombo Camps, Botswana
2. Sandibe Safari Lodge, Botswana
3. Safari Lodges at Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

What is KEEP IT AMERICAN?
Who is THE TRAVEL CONSULTANT?

Friday, October 16, 2009

citizenM AMSTERDAM AIRPORT IS THE FIRST OF citizenM HOTELS

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Located at Amsterdam's Schiphol International Airport, citizenM offers affordable luxury accommodations for a new kind of traveler. That might just mean you. The citizenM room redefines the luxury hotel standard

You will find a wall-to-wall windows, LCD television with free movie channels including blockbusters and classic favorites

The hotel rooms also have an XL king-sized bed, just in case you like to dance in your dreams.

There's more for free:
Wi-Fi internet
Cheap calls to international landline phones
Power rain shower
Luxury bed and bath linen
Global plug system
Full length mirror with theatre lighting

Megalomaniacs will love the Philips designed touch screen mood pad. It allows you to control everything in your entire hotel room- television, window blinds, temperature, colored lighting, and wake up alarm themes

Downstairs, you'll find a 24-hour food outlet: canteenM

Here, you can pick up daily fresh sandwiches, fresh wraps, sashimi, beer from the Netherlands, Italian coffee and much more because citizenM knows a good mind comes with a full belly. At night, the bar stocks the finest luxury spirits and cocktails around

citizenM offers all guests self check-in service on touch screen terminals with the assistance of citizenM ambassadors. The lobby is designed not to look like a lobby. No marble fountains. No piano man. Instead, you'll find contemporary living rooms with Vitra furniture

citizenM likes you to feel at home even if your home is 5,000 miles away

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - Back from Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar


WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


KENYA
TANZANIA
ZANZIBAR

Kenya and Tanzania are amazing!

The varied ecosystems, abundance of animals, fresh air, delicious food, warm sunny days, and cultural differences all contributed to a wonderful vacation. Having skilled drivers to see to everything meant my only concerns were to change batteries, film, and memory cards in my cameras and enjoy the experience.

The seven parks and reserves I visited were all different and remarkable in their own way. My favorite was Kenya’s Amboseli National Park because it was always changing. It was very dry upon my arrival and seemed like a ghost town. Everything was covered in volcanic ash from Mt. Kilimanjaro with dust funnels whirling into the sky. But after it rained the park was green and fresh, and it looked like a completely different place. The sky was incredible and constantly changing. It could be clear and blue and just down the road, it would be multicolored and ominous.

Beside the variety of wild life, seeing the “Big Five” and witnessing the migration, there are many things I will never forget about East Africa. One is being awaken in the morning by a staff member calling out “Jambo!” when bringing a breakfast tray to the tent before the sunrise game drive. The melodious sound of the Maasai welcome chant, when I visited a village to learn of their culture, was hauntingly beautiful. Witnessing a brawl between two troops of baboons in the Serengeti was an unexpected treat. A hot air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara Game Reserve fulfilled a long time dream of mine. I enjoyed hand feeding cabbage to tortoises and seeing baby peacocks on Prison Island. And wish I could experience the succulent sweet juiciness of fresh picked fruit and the exotic aromas of spices in Zanzibar again. Seeing the majestic peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro, in all its snow covered glory, from above the clouds was breathtaking. And now every time it rains while the sun is shining here, at home, I smile knowing it’s because the hyenas are having a wedding.

The most striking thing about my trip though was the people. I will never forget the way the Kenyans’ eyes sparkle when they smile. In fact, their entire faces light up the moment they smile which causes a chain reaction and before you know it everyone is smiling.

Thank you Kenneth, 2AFRIKA really did make my safari dreams come true!

To learn more about how you can enter 2AFRIKA's 'In Their Own Words' competition, contact gerhard@2afrika.com for more details.

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - Back from Botswana and the Victoria Falls


WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BOTSWANA
PULA

Our Journey to South Africa with 2AFRIKA

While looking through Budget Travel, I came across a grand trip for a grand price to Africa. We had always wanted to go, and decided this was the time to make our dreams come true. We booked the trip for late August and immediately began planning!

The day we boarded the plane, I think we were in disbelief. Twenty three hours later we arrived in Zimbabwe, tired but excited, watching the landscape go by, en route to our gorgeous lodge. Our first full day in Zimbabwe was a tour of Victoria Falls. The power of the water, creating its own rainbow, while surrounded by lush foliage was a sight many will never have the chance to experience. Later that day, we took an elephant safari. Cocoa and Stephen made a great team; hostess and guide! The next day we were guided through the 18-hole golf course by one of the helpful staff, and to our amazement walked through herds of Kudu and Water Buck, Warthogs, and Baboons, some of which hung from a volleyball net! It was an incredible sight and a great story for the golf enthusiasts back home!

As our trip progressed to Botswana, our first sighting of Giraffe on the side of the road was worth wide eyed looks, and kept us speechless, except for an occasional “look!” While staying at the magnificent lodge there, one of the most memorable aspects was a boat ride on the Chobe River. As we slid down the river, we passed lounging hippos, and crocodiles, various species of birds, and even monitor lizards. The masses of elephants drinking, crossing, and playing in the water, was more than photographs could capture, and as if to put an exclamation point on the day, the breathtaking sunset settled over the countryside, as we became part of the postcard.

Lastly we visited a Namibian village, learning the culture, and struggles of past and present from someone who lives there. The natives were remarkable, and it was a great way to end our days in Africa.

This life changing first trip to Africa included four countries, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, animals from elephants to spiders, and inhabitants of villages to huge cities, such as Johannesburg. It educated us, and brought awareness of a diverse existence. Thank you for the opportunity!

To learn more about how you can enter 2AFRIKA's 'In Their Own Words' competition, contact gerhard@2afrika.com for more details.

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - Back from Cape Town, Victoria Falls & Botswana


TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CAPE TOWN
BOTSWANA

Kenneth Hieber arranged a trip for us to Africa. We intended to go on a photo safari only, however, Kenneth convinced us to take a side trip to Cape Town since we were traveling such a distance. Best decision we ever made!

Every aspect of our trip went like clockwork. South African Airways is a great airline - very service oriented and comfortable. All flights were on time and no luggage was lost! The on-site representative appeared on time every time.

While in Cape Town, we toured Cape Point, Hermanus Bay, Arabella Golf Club, a winery and, of course, Table Mountain. The city was beautiful, the views from Table Mountain were incredible and our hotel was very nice.

We arrived in Botswana via Livingstone and crossed the Zambezi River by boat and were transferred to Chobe Safari Lodge where we were greeted with a warm welcome and frosty mango drinks. Our room was very nice with a river view. The activity center was eager to help us arrange all safari drives, cruises, transfers, etc. Breakfast and dinner buffets were beautifully displayed and the food was wonderful. We tasted springbok, eland, kudu, etc.

What an experience!!

The safari drives were the BEST. On our first early morning drive, we came upon a pride of lions walking in the middle of the road. On our first river cruise, we saw many hippos, crocs, impala, and of course, elephants. All the drivers were very knowledgeable about the park and its inhabitants. We saw lions, impala, several species of birds, cape buffalo, kudu, puku, water buffalo, hippos, crocs, giraffes, dung beetles, monkeys, baboons, wart hogs and more elephants that we could ever count.

We took a day trip to Victoria Falls and made the 2-hour walk around the park. We took many beautiful pictures of this magnificent wonder. Impossible to describe the beauty. We also took a Village walk into Namibia. We were in five countries while there - South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

This was a trip of a lifetime for us and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about you and the arrangements you made for us. Africa is truly a beautiful place to visit and we bring home only wonderful memories. We have highly recommended you to friends and family and look forward to you arranging another trip to Africa for us.

Eddie & Kathy, New Mexico

To learn more about how you can enter 2AFRIKA's 'In Their Own Words' competition, contact gerhard@2afrika.com for more details.

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - Back from Botswana


TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


BOTSWANA

My first trip to the African continent was so primal. Going on safari drives was like being a child in the month of December anticipating my Christmas presents.

Each drive was full of surprises and pure delights. My first safari drive was unbelievable! The first thirty minutes of the drive provided elephants lumbering across the river, sable resting on the savannah, impala’s playing everywhere, a handsome young lion looking full of pride, and then the piece de resistance - a breath taking leopard resting in the notch of a bare tree. It was like she was poising for her spread in Vogue! Not to mention the unexpected safari drive gifts were the range and beauty of the birds one sees.

Each game drive was wonderful – I was just as excited to go on the next game drive as if it were my first. The game drivers finally looked at me and said “You are going again?” My response was “You are training me to be a game driver.”

To be a visitor in the home of these wonderful creatures is so humbling. Living the safari experience is an unimaginably awesome. Seeing African sunsets just lets you know that everyday ends wonderfully.

Africa said goodbye to me with a parade of her finest animals on my last safari. Africa presented me the present of her big five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino not once but four times in multiples. Africa gave her best that early morning with dew on the ground and the sunrays just starting to show. Africa showed a rhino that was colossal in size. Africa gave me young lions just getting their mane fuzz along with young lionesses, mama and papa lion with baby lion twice over. Then Africa upped the ante by throwing in three beautiful leopards walking on the ground which even was a real “oh my god” treat for our driver – he had never seen three together at the same time.

Africa gave me a wonderful welcome on my first safari drive and made sure she gave me a siren’s call to return with the presents she presented on my last game drive.

Go and see these fabulous creatures and help protect them so others can get goose bumps seeing these creatures.

To learn more about how you can enter 2AFRIKA's 'In Their Own Words' competition, contact gerhard@2afrika.com for more details.

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable','Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

Monday, October 12, 2009

2AFRIKA VISITS ANTARCTICA – courtesy of Alan Brill and Robert Swan OBE


MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
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Robert Charles Swan, OBE, FRGS was born on 28 July 1956 in Durham, England and attended Aysgarth School and then Sedbergh School (1969-1974) before completing a BA degree in Ancient History (1976-1979) at St Chad's College, Durham University. He is currently an advocate for the protection of Antarctica and renewable energy. Swan is also the president of 2041, a company that is dedicated to the preservation of the Antarctic.

Recently, a great friend of 2AFRIKA, INC. joined Robert Swan on an expedition to the Antarctic and took a 2AFRIKA banner along which was autographed by Robert.

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable', 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of its valued passengers!

2AFRIKA AFRICAN SAFARI SALE SAVES ANOTHER COUPLE $1,792.00

MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Committed to Keep Africa Affordable, 2AFRIKA, INC. has raised the bar on service whilst at the same time dropping the bar on prices!

This is an actual quotation delivered to a party of 2 who reserved our 11-Day DUMA safari combined with our 4-Day THE 'DOORS' OF ZANZIBAR with services originating and terminating in Washington DC.

Total SAVINGS for the couple - $1,792.00

Thursday, October 07, 2010
WASHINGTON DC / LONDON

Friday, October 08, 2010
LONDON / NAIROBI

Saturday, October 09, 2010
NAIROBI / KILIMANJARO / ARUSHA
SERENA MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

Sunday, October 10, 2010
ARUSHA / LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
LAKE MANYARA SERENA SAFARI LODGE
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Monday, October 11, 2010
LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK / SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
SERENGETI SOPA SAFARI LODGE
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Tuesday, October 12, 2010
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
SERENGETI SOPA SAFARI LODGE
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Wednesday, October 13, 2010
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK / NGORONGORO CRATER
NGORONGORO SOPA SAFARI LODGE
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Thursday, October 14, 2010
NGORONGORO CRATER
NGORONGORO SOPA SAFARI LODGE
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Friday, October 15, 2010
NGORONGORO CRATER / TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
TARANGIRE SOPA SAFARI LODGE
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Saturday, October 16, 2010
TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK / ARUSHA / ZANZIBAR
THE TEMBO HOUSE HOTEL
Breakfast

Sunday, October 17, 2010
ZANZIBAR
THE TEMBO HOUSE HOTEL
Breakfast

Monday, October 18, 2010
ZANZIBAR
THE TEMBO HOUSE HOTEL
Breakfast

Tuesday, October 19, 2010
ZANZIBAR / NAIROBI / LONDON
IN-FLIGHT
Breakfast

Wednesday, October 20, 2010
LONDON / WASHINGTON DC

ACTUAL PRICE
$5,445.00 p/p
Total Due $10,890.00

FALL SAFARI SALE PRICE
$4,549.00 p/p
Total Due $9,098.00

TOTAL SAVING PER COUPLE
$1,792.00


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