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HOW IT ALL BEGAN
The Rothschild Story

I have indulged a love affair with Africa since infancy, and it has formed both the inspiration and motivation to establish and continually enhance Rothschild Safaris.

01
Jul
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The Devil & Ms Dinesen

Out of Africa is a seminal Hollywood masterpiece, exquisitely encapsulating early colonial life in Kenya. But how much of Karen Blixen's cinematic story is true?

05
Oct
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Angela Visits Madikwe Game Reserve

It’s been a wild time in the South African bush these past few months. While we’ve all been staying at home, dreaming about exotic adventures, game reserves and lodges have

27
Aug
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#1 in the World

Read about the World’s Best Awards at: https://www.travelandleisure.com/worlds-best/safari-outfitters  Our A-team  We have many things in common but the thing that stands out most to me is that our amazing team members truly all love and live life to the fullest! That energy you

22
Jul
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What’s happening next year?

What’s happening next year?  As part of the program, the lodge teams, transport vehicles, guides and staff have been educated extensively about what COVID-19 is and how to identify the signs and symptoms

22
Jul
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Rothschild Safaris’ team talks about the one travel experience that stood out

Leora – Getting married on a private island in Victoria Falls with hippos frolicking in the background was incredible! But I just have to sneak one more in ... taking my children with me to all these amazing places to

22
Jul
When to See the Big 5

A Big 5 safari is Africa’s most elite adventure. A royal court created specifically for the African wildlife safari and chosen entirely out of fear. In 1990 South Africa, the

19
Nov
Why Our Travelers Love Mfuwe Lodge

Awaiting the Travel + Leisure Travelers’ Choice Awards List for the Top 5 properties in Africa drives us batty with suspense every July! Now the list is out… Who made

18
Jul
Exploring the Extraordinary

It all began, as many of the best stories do, with a surprise phone call. Rothschild Safaris, the man said, had been chosen as one of 100 suppliers preferred by

18
Jun
The Worst Refugee Crisis in the History of Latin America

Things that might make someone choose to travel by foot over 2,000 miles into uncertainty: A life’s savings depleted by hyperinflation. Essential food products are missing from the local shops.

29
Apr
Disrupting African Food Myths – a RS Podcast

Nompumelelo Mqwebu is becoming a legend in her own time. She is feisty, determined and opinionated. We loved hearing where her passion originated and where her empire is heading to

01
Feb
Namibia is having a moment

Pop quiz: Where would you go if you yearn for somewhere less populated than Namibia? Answer: Mongolia It’s true that Namibia boasts endless emptiness and extreme otherworldliness. There is something

18
Jan
Hot off the Presses: Rothschild Safaris is Coming Out

Happiness, Freedom, Peace, Joy, Balance, Fulfillment Confidence, Stability, Passion… The most important things in life are like a Rolls-Royce or a Bentley. Everyone wants them but not everyone knows how

12
Oct
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You don’t Have to be a Woman to Save Gorillas {but apparently it helps}

On the 24th of September 1967 a ‘racist, alcoholic’* woman who, by most accounts, was not very easy to like, pitched two tents in a remote rainforest of the Ruhengeri

08
Mar
This Rothschild Business

Chances are you have followed a trail of breadcrumbs to these words. It usually starts with a comment (generally quite sensational) on our social media. We try to explain. Deny.

06
Mar
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First African Contemporary Art Museum Opens in Cape Town

Rothschild Safaris has been watching with interest as Jochen Zeitz (former Puma Chief Executive) has been creating the first African Contemporary Art Museum, located in Cape Town, South Africa. This

25
Sep
World Rhino Day 2017 – September 22

Today being World Rhino Day, Rothschild Safaris would like to acknowledge and thank our friends at The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy for all the amazing conservation it does, but today in

22
Sep
Malawi’s Wildlife is Thriving!

Malawi is often referred to as “the warm heart of Africa.” This relatively small country located in the center of Southern Africa is known for calm, lovely people and a

18
Aug
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Botswana’s Savute Channel – Savage Kingdom

National Geographic recently launched a new mini-series called “Savage Kingdom.” This series aims to tell the timeless story of predators versus prey and the everyday battle of life and death on

14
Aug
What it takes to be the World’s Best

Our team was incredibly humbled and excited to be named the #1 World’s Best Safari Outfitter by venerable travel publication Travel + Leisure magazine. Each year, the editorial staff come up

12
Jul
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Reasons to visit Botswana During the Rainy Season

When beginning to plan a safari in Africa, many of our travelers are curious to know about the weather and the pros and cons of booking a Botswana Safari during

07
May
Private Safari Guides

If there is one thing that sets us apart from other Africa safari operators, it’s the quality of our safari guides. As anyone who has been on safari knows, the

07
Apr
Behind the Safari – Hannes Kruger

We recently had a chance to sit down and chat with our friend Hannes Kruger, the General Manager at Madikwe Hills in South Africa. We loved hearing about his favorite

18
Jan
Presenting Zambia’s Newest Lodge

We’re very excited about the opening of Zambia’s King Lewanika Lodge in April 2017 for a number of reasons. Firstly, Lewanika will be the only permanent lodge in the Zambia’s Liuwa Plain

18
Jan
Behind the Safaris – Jamie Gaymer

Anyone who would pick up, start running, and complete an ultra marathon is, as you can imagine, quite dedicated. So it’s no surprise then, upon meeting Jamie Gaymer, the head

10
Jan
Top Ten Travel Experiences for 2017!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! As the New Year approaches and we look back on an adventurous 2016, our team recently sat down to identify what destinations

21
Dec
NOW Easier Than Ever to Combine Rwanda and Serengeti

Trekking in the lush mountains of Rwanda to spend time with a family of endangered mountain gorillas is high on the bucket list of many adventure travelers and wildlife lovers.

14
Dec
Once in a Lifetime Bhutan

Here at Rothschild Safaris, we’re all excited about Bhutan right now. Why? This beautiful country offers travelers an opportunity to take a step back in time, coming face-to-face with ancient

04
Nov
Viewing the Great migration from a hot air balloon safari
The Great Wildebeest Migration – Where and When!

The Great Wildebeest Migration is, without a doubt, one of the greatest wildlife spectacles in the world. Travelers often call us, wanting to witness the migration, and ask “what time

13
Oct
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Best Places to Stay in Nairobi Kenya

Most safaris in East Africa begin and end in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.  This vibrant city has so much to offer, including unique wildlife encounters like the Sheldrick Elephant

05
Oct
Yellow Fever Vaccination Update

Due to a recent outbreak of yellow fever in Angola and Democratic Republic of Congo, Botswana Ministry of Health is ensuring that all visitors to Botswana coming from the countries listed

26
May
Trends in African Travel: The Buzz from We Are Africa

Leora Rothschild, the founder of Rothschild Safaris, recently attended the safari’s industry’s leading trade event, We Are Africa, in Cape Town, South Africa. We Are Africa has emerged in recent

13
May
Katavi National Park – Tanzania’s Safari Secret

Serengeti. Ngorongoro. Zanzibar. These are the highlights most travelers associate with safari in Tanzania. And for good reason. These iconic destinations deliver spectacular wildlife, unique vistas and exotic, colorful culture.

04
Mar
Family Travel in Tanzania

One of our favorite camps is building a special family room opening June 1, 2016. We are excited to announce the following chic new additions to Chem Chem: Due to

25
Feb
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Greystoke Mahale’s “Big Bird” Passes Away

Three years ago, Leora met “Big Bird,” a white pelican who was separated from his flock in a big storm and swam in from Lake Tanganyika, landing near Greystoke Mahale.

23
Feb
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Why Now is the Best time to Travel to Australia

  The tourism industry in Australia is booming, and with good reason: now is the best time to travel to Australia. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should

06
Oct
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Leora Rothschild Once Again Named on the A-List: World’s Top Travel Agents with Travel + Leisure

Leora Rothschild, founder and owner of Rothschild Safaris, has been named to the Travel + Leisure 2015 A-List of Top Travel Specialists for her expertise in planning family safaris and

20
Aug
Debunking the Myths of the Serengeti

Massive herds of zebra and wildebeest in long strings winding across the plains; chaotic river crossings during The Great Migration; lodges perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater; mini-vans

22
Jan
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Magical Journeys by the Numbers

10     Average number of years each Rothschild Safaris staff member has been helping people craft one of a kind journeys. 0      Number of lodges, camps, or safari companies

16
Jan
Exploring Galapagos – Kickoff in Quito

Leora and Kimi explore Quito before setting sail to the Galapagos Islands. What an amazing city! Quito, Ecuador is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and, at 9,200 feet elevation, is the

05
Dec
In Remembrance of Nelson Mandela, 1918 – 2013
December 6, 2013

Today, we join South Africa and the entire world in celebrating the life of the great Nelson Mandela, who passed away yesterday, Thursday, December 5 at the age of 95.

The Ruderman's Honeymoon safari
An Enchanting South Africa & Victoria Falls Honeymoon Safari

Our clients Mark and Dary Ruderman recently returned from their honeymoon safari to South Africa and Victoria Falls, where they had the most amazing honeymoon. Their trip started in Johannesburg

30
Aug
Leora at the Travel + Leisure 2013 World's Best Awards
Rothschild Safaris Honored with TWO Travel + Leisure 2013 World’s Best Awards at a Ceremony in New York

Leora Rothschild is just back from New York where she accepted TWO Travel + Leisure 2013 World’s Best Awards, at a party hosted by Nancy Novogrod, Travel & Leisure’s Editor-in-chief,

22
Jul
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Rothschild Safaris Ranks No. 1 on the Travel + Leisure 2013 World’s Best Awards list of Top Safari Outfitters!

Rothschild Safaris has been voted the top safari outfitter in the Travel + Leisure 2013 World’s Best Awards Readers’ Survey! We are so honored to have received this award and

02
Jul
Aisha on her first family safari
Leora’s Family Safari – The First Day in the African Bush!

We have been in the bush on our family safari for just 24 hours and it feels like days, but in a good way. Wow we love Kwandwe, this place

30
Apr
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Leora’s Family Safari – Touch Down in South Africa!

Leora and family have arrived in South Africa for their family safari! I always love touch down on African soil, that butterfly feeling in my tummy never fails, then there

30
Apr
Packing for a Family Safari

The bags are packed! Leora and family depart in two days for their family safari to South Africa and today Leora shares some packing tips. When it comes to packing, as

25
Apr
Tiger Sightings on Jessica’s India Safari!

Rothschild Safaris’ Jessica Faith has now made her way from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park as part of her India safari and in her update to us today she says:

18
Apr