1. Africa Update
Single visa for East Africa by 2008
The
forming of a single East African Community seems set to
materialise after heads of state for neighbouring East African
countries,
Tanzania,
Kenya
and
Uganda, met again for discussion earlier this month. The
presidents of the three countries all called for elimination of
cross border travel barriers. This is in line with the East
African plan to promote the region as one tourism destination.
President Mwai Kibaki of Kenya said that the integration of the
East African region should not be difficult due to the similar
cultural, economic and geographical values of the people in the
area.
ecoAfrica supports International ecotourism awareness
ecoAfrica
has once again arranged for various African eco-holidays to be
auctioned off at The International Ecotourism Society (TIES)
annual fund-raising gala. The society's goal is to educate the
public about ecotourism, promote ecotourism and build awareness
about responsible and sustainable travel. They are also involved
in research and publications on the subject. ecoAfrica is proud to
be a sponsor member of TIES.
Click here to view
the exciting products that were auctioned off at this event.
10 day Botswana safari special!! US$2430
Departure: 8 - 17 June 2006
Plus 1 Night FREE Pre/Post Safari Accommodation & Road Transfers
at The Zambezi Waterfront (B&B) in Zambia
(further nights at discounted rates)
Only 5 seats available at this discounted Off-Peak Season Rate.
2. Have your say - Carbon Offsetting: As simple as that?
The effect of air travel on climate change is the subject of some
controversy. At ecoAfrica, we believe in the positive effects
tourism can have on conservation and communities - air travel
enabling a large portion of this. It is therefore necessary that
we keep up to date with the latest news in the industry and ensure
that our model of ecotourism is sustainable.
Carbon Offsetting: As simple as that? takes a closer look at
carbon offsetting schemes...
3. ecoAfrica's ecoQuest
ecoQuest
is ecoAfrica's search for the extraordinary in terms of best
practices in African ecotourism.
ecoQuest highlights unique ecological, cultural & conservation
features and special recognition gained in the hope that this will
inspire you to visit and support these establishments, and other
establishments to follow suit.
4. Traveller Feedback
Michele Wyman (USA), March 2006
24 day Cape Town - Vic Falls - Johannesburg
We were ecstatic about the trip and still basking in the
afterglow of Africa. We hope we can return one day. The trip
exceeded any and all expectations - Drifters and our guide Jan,
proved to know the territory well and exhibited professionalism in
every way and made each day an educational and enlightening
experience.
Dianne Longson (Australia), March 2006
Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp in Kenya
We certainly did have a great time in Kichwa Tembo. I read
somewhere in the blurb that it would be beyond our wildest dreams
and that was so, particularly for my Mum who never imagined she
would have that opportunity. So thank you for your assistance in
making it happen.
Everything went very smoothly. We were particularly happy with our
accommodation. It was extremely comfortable. The food was
fantastic and plentiful and the service excellent. Our guide was
knowledgeable and most helpful and the game drives were a treat.
Each had it's own highlight. We did the dawn balloon ride which I
think was Mum's absolute highlight and which I truly enjoyed.
I have attached a photo. It was hard to choose which to send as we
saw the big 5 - yes even a leopard who was eating his kill up in a
tree - and we have some really good photos.
