We are very proud to announce that Rhino Safari Camp, on the shores of Lake Kariba and Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe, is Chalo Africa’s inaugural Hidden Gem! ON THE SHORES OF LAKE KARIBA AND MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK, ZIMBABWE Feeling a bit like a Bollywood starlet, with my hair streaming in the wind and whipping across… More »
The Chalo Africa Diary
A Meander through the Zimbabwean Lowveld
Sangeeta tells us about her trip to Zimbabwe in July 2014. I had originally planned a Mana-Gonarezhou trip for July 2013 but a brand-new career and company intervened, forcing me to put this safari on the back burner. In retrospect, that was just as well because I think we were able to put together a… More »
Chalo Africa joins ATTA (The African Travel & Tourism Association)
It gives us much joy to announce that Chalo Africa has joined ATTA – The African Travel & Tourism Association – as a full member. ATTA, recognised as the Voice of African Tourism, promotes tourism to Africa from all corners of the world. By becoming a member of ATTA, we hope to network, collaborate and… More »
Travelling to South Africa from India with Children – New Immigration Rules
Update September 15, 2014: New SA visa rules for children put on hold until June 2015 Minister of Home Affairs Malusi Gigaba has announced changes to the implementation of South Africa’s new visa rules. Speaking at a press briefing in Cape Town Gigaba announced the new requirement of an unabridged birth certificate for all children… More »
Oral Polio Vaccination (OPV) Requirements from India
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding Oral Poliovirus Vaccination (OPV) requirements for travellers from India: Is the Oral Polio Vaccination required? All visitors travelling from India to Kenya, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Somalia, Syria, Afghanistan and Pakistan are required to undergo a dose of Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV). This requirement is also necessary for travellers coming… More »
We Are Africa: A Very Special Tribe
Chalo Africa’s thrilling experience at the We Are Africa luxury trade show in Cape Town, 2014.