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The 25 Top Places to Travel in Africa in 2025

The 25 Top Places to Travel in Africa in 2025 We uncover some of our favourite African travel destinations, hand-picked by the Leopard team. Africa’s destinations offer journeys as diverse as the continent, from Rwanda’s forests where gorillas live and play and Cape Town, framed by mountains and sea, to the lush waterways of Botswana’s Okavango

6 Reasons to Visit East Africa during the Green Season

elephants, serengeti

6 Reasons to Visit East Africa during the Green Season Lanky legs and large, curious eyes are some of the characteristics that make wildebeest calves so endearing. Unlike the adults that grunt, snort and trundle across the Serengeti in droves, heads down, one hoof step at a time. Despite not being the most beautiful of animals, the

Life-Changing Travel: Adventures from Madagascar to the Okavango Delta

Life-Changing Holidays: Adventures from Madagascar to the Okavango Delta Travel has a unique way of transforming us, taking us out of our comfort zones, opening our eyes to new worlds, and offering the kind of reflection that can change the course of our lives. For those seeking more than just a break from routine, those

Unveiling Cape Town’s Secret Spots: From Wine Valleys to Kelp Forests

Unveiling Cape Town’s Secret Spots: From Wine Valleys to Kelp Forests As summer approaches in the southern hemisphere, Cape Town bursts into life. Situated at the foot of Table Mountain and along the ocean, the city is perfect for summer exploration. While popular attractions like the V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch Gardens, Camps Bay, Boulders Beach, Table

A Roaring Success: Recap of Leopard’s 5th Birthday Celebration

A Roaring Success: Recap of Leopard’s 5th Birthday Celebration Earlier this month, clients, friends and business partners joined us at my home in Johannesburg to celebrate our 5th birthday. It was a gorgeous spring day and it was such a pleasure and an honour to mark this significant milestone surrounded by our favourite people. Not

A journey through paradise: discovering Africa’s islands

A journey through paradise: discovering Africa’s islands “You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first, and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius.” – Mark Twain, “Following the Equator” (1897). While Mauritius is undeniably heavenly, so is each of Africa’s Indian Ocean islands highlighted below. Each offers a diverse and enchanting array

7 Thrilling and Luxurious Honeymoon Activities in Southern Africa

7 Thrilling and Luxurious Honeymoon Activities in Southern Africa A luxurious honeymoon in Africa offers more than just exotic cuisine and fine wine in beautiful settings. Africa’s richness spans incredible wildlife, vibrant cultures, and landscapes and beaches that beckon. From unwinding with gourmet meals and cultural experiences to embarking on thrilling adventures, a honeymoon in

Heroes of the Wild: Celebrating World Ranger Day with Inspiring Stories

Heroes of the Wild: Celebrating World Ranger Day with Inspiring Stories World Ranger Day falls on 31 July each year, both honouring rangers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty and celebrating the ongoing efforts of rangers to protect Earth’s natural treasures. Below are some inspiring stories from four exceptional rangers who