The Africa Adventure Company

09/08/2026

Happy Fun-Fact Tuesday from The Africa Adventure Company!
Few animals are as strongly synonymous with the African continent as zebras - the only wild members of the horse family south of the Sahara. The Plains Zebra is widespread in savannah and open woodland with several races distinguished by the coat pattern (southern races have distinct "shadow stripes"). The Mountain Zebra occurs in rocky terrain of Namibia and the Cape mountains, while Grevy's Zebra occurs in arid north Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia.
Zebras are exclusive grazers, favoring short coarse grasses. They are particularly fond of freshly sprouted grass on recently burnt ground and will move large distances in search of this fodder; they are dependent on drinking water.
Zebras live in small family groups, usually consisting of between four and eight, led by a single dominant stallion. The adult mares in a group are usually related. Once they are able to fend for themselves, male offspring are evicted from the herd by their father - the stallion. Once the mares reach sexually maturity, they too leave the harem, being lured away by other stallions. Zebras frequently associate with antelopes, gazelles, giraffe and even ostrich, benefiting from the different anti-predator senses and reactions of these animals. Zebras feature commonly in the diet of Lion and Spotted Hyena, however, with youngsters being particularly susceptible. Stallions are vigorous in defense of their harem, and capable of inflicting life-threatening kicks to Lion. 🦓🦓🦓🦓🦓

08/18/2026

Happy Fun-Fact Tuesday from The Africa Adventure Company!
African Wild Dog (Painted Dog)
This fascinating, sociable carnivore lives in packs averaging ten adults and their offspring. The lineage of the pack is split along gender lines, with all females usually being related, and all males typically being siblings. An "alpha" female is the only pack member which gives birth, but all help to feed and safeguard her litter of pups. This dominant female seems to dictate pack movements and the selection of a den site.
Litters of up to 16 pups are born blind and helpless in an underground burrow, usually at the coldest time of the year (May to July in southern Africa). The pups spend the first three months within the den, but the timing is perfect, for when they are at their most demanding in terms of food provision, the invariably abundant Impala have dropped their lambs, which makes hunting easy for the adults.

07/28/2026

Happy Fun-Fact Tuesday from The Africa Adventure Company!
Giraffes are the tallest land animals, reaching up to 18 feet (5.5 meters) in height. Their long necks and specialized tongues allow them to browse leaves high in the treetops, especially from thorny acacia trees. Females live in loose social groups, while males are often solitary or form bachelor herds. Although their size deters most predators, lions can bring down adults, and many calves do not survive their first year. Africa is home to several giraffe species, each with its own distinctive coat pattern, including the Southern, Maasai, and striking Reticulated giraffe.

07/24/2026

Join Kyle Witten on the Zimbabwe Game Count Safari!

Zimbabwe was my first safari when I joined Africa Adventure Company back in 2005, and it has held a special place in my heart ever since.
This October, I'm returning for one of Africa's most unique wildlife experiences: the Full Moon Game Count in Hwange. Imagine spending 24 hours at a waterhole, watching an endless procession of wildlife by day, then listening as lions roar, hyenas call, and elephants trumpet through the night.
Join me October 24–31 for our Zimbabwe Game Count & Mana Pools Adventure, a flying safari combining incredible wildlife, conservation, and the chance to help record animals during this remarkable annual event.
It's Zimbabwe like few people ever experience.

07/22/2026

It's hard to imagine a more fitting end to an incredible safari. On their final evening in the bush, Mark and Alison were rewarded with an unforgettable encounter as this magnificent lion announced his presence with a powerful roar. Moments like these are why every game drive is filled with anticipation—you never know what the next turn in the road will bring. Experiences like this are what make Africa so extraordinary, and why so many travelers find themselves dreaming of their return before they've even left. 🦁🌍

07/14/2026

Mark and Alison exploring the beauty of South Africa and Botswana — from incredible wildlife encounters to the wild landscapes that continue to inspire. 🐘🌿

07/08/2026

Happy Fun Fact Wednesday from The Africa Adventure Company!

The Leopard is the most adaptable of Africa’s large predators and is able to survive in virtually any habitat, being at home in forest, savannah, desert or mountain top. These secretive cats may be found in close proximity to human settlements, even on the outskirts of large cities.

Leopards are solitary, and in typical cat fashion, come together only to mate. Individuals live within home ranges in which they continually advertise their presence through calling and scent marking. All possible steps are taken to defend territories through scent, signs and signals rather than physical conflict. As a solitary hunter, a Leopard cannot afford to become injured and must avoid confrontation. The size of a territory will depend upon the terrain and the density of available prey. Prime habitat often includes rocky outcrops or well-wooded drainage lines which provide ambush opportunities as well as den sites for cubs. One to three cubs are born blind and helpless and it is six weeks before they emerge from their den. Weaning takes place at about three months but it will be a year before they are able to fend for themselves.

Females range over smaller territories than males, and there is often overlap between mothers and their matured daughters.
Leopards are the ultimate opportunists, feeding on a wide range of prey from winged termites, rodents and stranded catfish, to duiker, warthog, bushbuck, impala and young zebra. Leopards are most active at night but are not strictly nocturnal and will readily slink down the trunk of a tree at midday to take advantage of a hunting opportunity.

07/03/2026