1. I deserve the very best – where should I go on safari?
This is where it helps to speak to experts like us. We are going to ask you questions about what you mean by ‘the very best!’

If it's all about the wildlife and you want to immerse yourself in the heart of the migrating wildebeest, then we'd suggest a camp that moves with the herds, such as andBeyond Serengeti Under Canvas, where you can enjoy the spectacle without sacrificing too many creature comforts.

If luxuries like super dooper hairdryers are important – as well as great service and experience – we know that Segera Retreat in Laikipia has GHD hairdryers in the rooms.

All lodges are going to tell you they have great game viewing, great service and great food. Because we’ve visited, we’ve been on safari, we’ve slept in the beds and used the showers, we are able to tell you why.

2. Am I too old for safari?
Not at all! Safaris make the most unbelievable holidays for any age. Not every safari involves walking and the vehicles mean that you can get close to the wildlife for the perfect photograph. The trickiest part is getting in and out of the vehicles, but most lodges have special steps that they have for anyone who might need assistance. 

3. David Attenborough documentaries are great but will I find the safari a bit boring?
You need to know that safaris can be hard work and require patience, early mornings and long drives. They don’t always present themselves like the opening sequence of the Lion King! However our experience is that the guides and trackers are so good at bringing the bush ‘alive’ with stories, small things, stargazing and information that you will not be bored.

We also find the experience of being ‘off grid’ in the wilderness is so refreshing and spiritual that even without wildlife it’s an adventure.

4. I don’t like the bugs.
Some times of the year can be particularly ‘buggy’ on safari  - this is usually the African summer months or immediately after rains. Whilst we cannot guarantee a bug free adventure, we can help you by picking months that are drier and cooler for safari. Camps are very in tune to guests phobias and we’ve known guides radio back to camp before your arrival to give your room a quick sweep for bugs, or even turn off the lights next to your beds. 

5. The whole clan is joining us on safari (yay!) - can you recommend a place where toddlers, grandparents and the in-betweeners are all going to be happy?
Africa does multi-generational travel really well. We work with some phenomenal exclusive-use villas. For a no-holes-barred luxury experience we love Serengeti House in Tanzania's Singita Grumeti Reserve; for something more earthy, we happily recommend Mkombi’s House in the Lamai area of the Serengeti. South Africa also has some beautiful family lodges - our favourites include Kwandwe's Melton Manor, Villa Lobengula at Shamwari and the Morukuru villas in Madikwe.

6. I’ve a bird feeder at home and I’m a closet bird watcher, where am I going to see great birds in Africa?
The trick to good bird viewing is to pick a location where there are variety of good habitats, which in turn means a good variety of birds. Phinda Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal is home to 7 distinct ecosystems and the rangers at Phinda are great at ornithology. If you pick a time of year (November – April) when the migrant birds arrive from Europe, the bush can be alive with any number of birds. Their bird list currently sits at 415.

7. Do I need a fancy camera?
Remember capturing the moment on your smart phone or camera will never be as good as actually living the moment. However there are a few camps where you can hire camera equipment, or reserve a specially adapted photographic vehicle.

Rangers often have a particular passion for photography and can help explain the f-stops, exposure and shutter speed on your new camera, helping you to create the perfect shot!

Don’t forget to turn your Geotagging and Location Services off on your smart phone. 

8. Can a safari get a bit samey after a while, what else can I do?
We don’t believe that a safari can get samey – but this is where speaking to experts like us really does help. We know what the optimal amount of time at a particular lodge might be, and we’re also conscious of mixing up experience, safari types, walking, night drives and scenery so as to give you diversity of experience and wildlife. 

9. Do I have to dress head to toe in khaki?
You can do – but you don’t need to. The advantage of wearing khaki is that it doesn’t show the dirt and when your luggage is limited to 15-20kg, this can be a huge advantage. Sometimes when you go on a bush walk your ranger might request that you don’t wear a white shirt.