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Venture To Africa

About Us

About Venture To Africa

Are you searching for that special safari experience in Africa? One that exceeds expectations?

We know how difficult it can be to find the right Tour Operator to fulfil your plans for the Safari experience of a life-time.

We also know that we can help you with your plans. Flexibility is key to what we do - as we ensure that your personal interests and requirements are met.

Friendly, speedy and helpful assistance from the time that you contact us is key for us. We also find those lodges, camps, and arrangements that best suit your tastes and budget.

Venture To Africa has been looking after very satisfied guests since 2011. But we have a combined experience of over 50 years in fulfilling dream African holidays (and vacations!).

Our guest feedback speaks for itself and is what we are all about - exceeding your expectations, and arranging an adventure of a lifetime.

It's really very simple - we love arranging Safaris for our guests!

Venture To Africa was created in order to fulfil our guests’ Safari and Holiday dreams. For many Africa is on the 'to-do' list - generally because of the diverse and wonderful wildlife, scenery and people.

Our main areas of interest are Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Namibia, Malawi and South Africa, although East Africa also holds its attractions...
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What it's all about.....
African wild dog, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Relaxing lion, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Leopards playing, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Cheetah, Chilo Gorge, Zimbabwe
African Fish Eagle, Botswana
Young Spotted Hyena, Liuwa Plains, Zambia
Elephants at waterhole, Khwai Private Reserve, Botswana
Pel's Fishing owl on the hunt, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana

Why Choose Venture To Africa? In a nutshell...

- We love what we do for our guests

- We have a combined experience of over 50 years of Safari planning

-  Extensive knowledge of our main areas of operation

- We get back to you quickly

- We are based in Africa

- Highly competitive prices

- Personalised service and itineraries

- Excellent back-up and support during your travels
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Sunset with elephants, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Black Rhino, Matsudona National Park, Zimbabwe
Under an African Sky, Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana
Dinner is served - Liuwa Plains, Zambia

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Mandy Francis-Pope, a highly experienced Senior Travel Consultant, began her working career in the medical field, moving on to personnel management,  before entering the travel industry in 1992.

Initially she worked for a Safari camp in the Okavango Delta, where she become involved with reservations, accounts, logistics, stock-taking and guest satisfaction.

Mandy used this period to acquaint herself with all regions of Botswana, visiting as many camps and areas as possible. This allowed her to gain detailed knowledge of the requirements for exceptional holiday planning.

She was then approached by a local Tour Operator, where she found her metier in planning trips (initially to Botswana) for guests. This led to a number of additions to her portfolio, to the rest of Southern Africa - with various travels to Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Malawi, and Mozambique.

Mandy’s inspiration comes from visiting camps and lodges, which has allowed her to choose the best options for her guests, whether they are looking at a budget, a mid-range, or a 5 star holiday experience.

Each guest has a unique requirement, making personalised service, speedy responses and integrity the priority. It is no exaggeration to say that Mandy’s professionalism and passion has made her many loyal Safari followers over the years, and she continues to delight guests with detailed and exceptional planned holidays (and vacations!)

Mandy is presently based in Johannesburg and when not working away at planning safaris, she is an avid fitness walker, a keen gardener, loves reading, walking the dogs  and following current affairs....
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Janice Campbell has been involved in Tourism/ Safaris for 30 years. After taking a BSc degree in Zoology and Archaeology (Hons), she started in Tourism on a ‘temporary’ basis, on the Operational side of Safaris.

This meant planning/ overseeing overland Safaris in Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia   and South Africa – in the days where there was 1 guide, 1 vehicle, no radio contact, and certainly no mobile phones! This made for some ‘interesting’ times.

She then progressed onto dealing with Product – the lodges, camps, activities, flights and logistics that are involved in personalised Safari arrangements. This has allowed her unique insights into what is required to offer and arrange quality Holiday arrangements for guests.

In 2011, Janice decided it might be time to start her own business, keeping it small, and personalised, with the checks and balances that are required in order to ensure smooth arrangements for guests from start to finish.

Over the years Janice has amassed some incredible Safari experiences, with a love of Africa, its people, natural beauty and wildlife being fulfilled throughout Southern and East Africa.

This includes visits to Madagascar, Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, Zanzibar, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, Mozambique, Malawi,  and much of South Africa… all are amongst some great memories and learning opportunities.

Janice is presently based in Cape Town and when not behind a computer can be found baking cakes for Church friends, reading a book or two (or more), and looking after her family of indulged pets..

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  • Home
  • Destinations
    • Botswana >
      • Botswana Safari Areas >
        • Okavango Delta
        • Chobe National Park
        • Kalahari and surrounds
      • Botswana Safari Suggestions
      • Botswana Accommodation >
        • Okavango Lodges
        • Chobe Lodges
        • Kalahari Lodges
    • Zambia >
      • Zambia Safari Areas >
        • South Luangwa
        • Lower Zambezi
        • Kafue National Park
        • Livingstone
      • Zambia Safari Suggestions
      • Zambia Accommodation >
        • Luangwa Lodges
        • Luangwa Bush Camps
        • Lower Zambezi Lodges
        • Kafue Lodges
        • Livingstone Accommodation
    • Zimbabwe >
      • Zimbabwe Safari Areas >
        • Hwange National Park
        • Mana Pools
        • Matusadona
        • Victoria Falls
      • Zimbabwe Safari Suggestions
      • Zimbabwe Accommodation >
        • Hwange Lodges
        • Mana Pools Lodges
        • Matusadona Lodges
        • Victoria Falls Accommodation
    • Mozambique >
      • Mozambique Holiday Areas >
        • Bazaruto Archipelago
        • Quirimbas Archipelago
        • Coastal Areas
      • Mozambique Accommodation >
        • Bazaruto Lodges
        • Quirimbas Lodges
        • Coastal Lodges
    • South Africa >
      • South Africa Areas to Visit >
        • Safari Areas >
          • Kruger National Park
          • Sabi Sands
          • Kapama Game Reserve
          • Thornybush Game Reserve
          • Balule Game Reserve
          • Timbavati Nature Reserve
        • Cape Town
        • Johannesburg
      • South Africa Safari Suggestions
      • South Africa Accommodation >
        • Cape Town Accommodation
        • Johannesburg Accommodation
    • Namibia
  • Safari Specials
    • SADC residents >
      • SADC Botswana Specials
      • SADC Zambia Specials
      • SADC Zimbabwe Specials
      • SADC Mozambique Specials
      • SADC South Africa Specials
      • SADC Namibia Specials
    • Botswana Specials
    • Zambia Specials
    • Zimbabwe Specials
    • Mozambique Specials
    • South Africa Specials
    • Namibia Specials >
      • Unique Namibia Fly In Safari
  • Unique Experiences
    • Horseback Safaris >
      • African Horseback Safaris
      • Limpopo Horse Safaris
      • Horizon Horseback
    • Luxury Trains >
      • Rovos Rail
      • The Blue Train
    • Birding Southern Africa
    • Chobe Houseboats
    • Hot Air Ballooning
  • F A Q
    • What is a Safari?
    • Planning a Safari
    • How Safe is a Safari?
    • Safari Bucket List
    • Best time for Victoria Falls?
    • Worried about Malaria?
    • Lodge or Camp?
    • What is a Charter Flight?
    • Packing for your Safari
    • Photography?
    • Car Rental?
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Testimonials
    • Testimonials 2020
    • Testimonials 2019
    • Testimonials 2018
    • Testimonials 2017
    • Testimonials 2016
    • Testimonials 2015
    • Testimonials 2014
    • Testimonials 2013
    • Testimonials 2012
    • Testimonials 2011
    • Guest Gallery
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