Keep Travelling – Your African Story

Rael J. Zieve
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 Keep Travelling offers premium, tailored journeys for the globally adventurous. Rooted in credible relationships and guided by storytelling, we connect discerning travellers with the people, places, and perspectives shaping Africa’s most meaningful experiences. 

  1. Safari in Laikepia, Kenya at the foot hills of Mount Kenya

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    Safari in Laikepia, Kenya at the foot hills of Mount Kenya

    Episode Number: 67 Property / Guest Name: Mutara Camp – Laikipia, Kenya Illa Kaveke – Sales & Marketing Manager Episode Summary: There are places in Africa where space, silence, and wildlife come together in a way that feels deeply personal — where the experience is not about crowds or schedules, but about connection. Mutara Camp is one of those places. In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Illa Kaveke, Sales and Marketing Manager at Mutara Camp, to explore this intimate safari retreat set within the private Mutara Conservancy in Kenya’s Laikipia region. Located just north of Mount Kenya and accessible by a short flight from Nairobi, Mutara offers a rare balance of exclusivity and wilderness. With only one camp on 20,000 acres — and privileged access into neighbouring Ol Pejeta Conservancy — guests experience a safari defined by space, flexibility, and extraordinary wildlife encounters. But this conversation goes beyond game drives. It explores what makes Laikipia one of Kenya’s most diverse conservation landscapes. It highlights the value of small, intimate camps. And it brings to life the feeling guests take home — the quiet, the views, and the warmth of genuine African hospitality. From outdoor bathtubs overlooking waterholes to bush dinners under open skies, Mutara Camp offers a safari experience shaped by perspective, calm, and authenticity. In this episode, you’ll discover: • Why Mutara Camp’s private conservancy setting creates a uniquely exclusive safari experience  • How access to both Mutara and Ol Pejeta Conservancies expands wildlife viewing opportunities  • What makes Laikipia one of Kenya’s most important regions for lions and black rhino conservation  • The intimate camp design, including waterhole views, outdoor baths, and personalised bush dining experiences  • How wellness, quiet surroundings, and authentic service define the feeling of a stay at Mutara Camp Guest Information: Illa Kaveke is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Mutara Camp, part of the Jambo Chester Hotels Group. With a strong focus on guest experience and personalized service, she plays a key role in positioning Mutara as one of Laikipia’s most intimate and exclusive safari destinations. Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: • Mutara Camp is the only property on 20,000 acres, offering rare privacy with additional access into the 90,000-acre Ol Pejeta Conservancy  • The combination of day and night drives, walking safaris, and intimate bush experiences creates a flexible and immersive safari  • Prize Giveaway: Two nights for two guests on a full-board basis, including a bush meal and sundowner experience Closing: At Keep Travelling, we believe the most meaningful journeys are not just about what you see — but how a place makes you feel. Mutara Camp is more than a safari destination. It is a place of quiet space, open horizons, and genuine connection — where wildlife, landscape, and people come together to create something truly memorable. If this episode has inspired you to explore Laikipia or begin planning a personalised Kenya itinerary, I would love to help you turn that idea into a journey. Contact: rael@keeptravelling.africa A few years from now, you won’t remember how much it cost you — but you will always remember the memories you made. Keep Travelling. Blog: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/mutara-camp-laikipia-kenya/

    13 min
  2. Safari at Tarangire National Park, Tanzania

    MAR 11

    Safari at Tarangire National Park, Tanzania

    Episode Number: 66 Property / Guest Name: Mwamba Lodge – Tarangire, Tanzania Amos Wekesa – CEO, Great Lakes Collection Episode Summary: There are places in Africa where landscape, wildlife, and community intersect in powerful ways — where remoteness is not isolation, but privilege. Mwamba Lodge is one of them. In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Amos Wekesa, CEO of Great Lakes Collection, to explore Mwamba Lodge — a hilltop retreat on the boundary of Tarangire National Park, set within a Wildlife Management Area owned by the Maasai community. Perched among ancient rocks, with sweeping views toward Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, Mwamba Lodge offers a rare combination of wilderness immersion and meaningful community partnership. But this conversation goes beyond location. It explores why Tarangire holds one of the highest concentrations of elephants on the continent.  It unpacks the purpose behind Wildlife Management Areas.  And it highlights how tourism, when structured correctly, directly benefits local communities. From night game drives and sundowners overlooking the park, to elephants gathering near your room at dawn, Mwamba Lodge offers a safari experience defined by space, perspective, and authenticity. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why Mwamba Lodge’s position within a Wildlife Management Area creates a uniquely remote safari experienceThe role of the Maasai community in protecting and benefiting from conservation landHow Tarangire’s elephant populations and night drives differentiate it from other Northern Circuit parksWhat makes the lodge’s hilltop setting and watering holes so compelling for wildlife viewingWhy community-based tourism is shaping the future of East African travelGuest Information: Amos Wekesa – CEO, Great Lakes Collection Amos is one of East Africa’s most respected tourism entrepreneurs, with operations spanning Uganda and Tanzania. His work combines conservation, community partnership, and long-term strategic growth, positioning properties like Mwamba Lodge as both immersive safari destinations and drivers of sustainable tourism. Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Mwamba Lodge offers a rare hilltop safari experience overlooking Tarangire within a community-owned Wildlife Management AreaA percentage of every stay directly supports the Maasai community through lease agreements and per-night conservation contributionsTarangire’s high elephant density, night game drives, and remote landscapes create a distinct Northern Circuit alternativeClosing: At Keep Travelling, we believe the most meaningful journeys are those that connect you not only to wildlife — but to people and place. Mwamba Lodge is more than a scenic retreat. It is a reminder that conservation and community can coexist, and that travel can be both immersive and responsible. If this episode has inspired you to explore Tarangire or craft a tailored East African itinerary, I would love to help bring that journey to life. Contact: rael@keeptravelling.africa A few years from now, you won’t remember how much it cost you — but you will always remember the memories you made. Keep Travelling. Blog: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/mwamba-lodge-tarangire/

    14 min
  3. Safari on the Zambezi River, Zimbabwe

    MAR 4

    Safari on the Zambezi River, Zimbabwe

    Episode Number: 65 Property / Guest Name: Chundu Island – Zambezi River, Zimbabwe Dardley Tafaruka – Concession Manager Tutu Moleya – Apprentice Guide Episode Summary: There are places where the rhythm of the river shapes the day, where sunrise belongs to the water, and where safari feels personal rather than performative. Chundu Island is one of them. In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve visits Chundu Island, a private island sanctuary on the Zimbabwean side of the Zambezi River, and sits down with Concession Manager Dardley Tafaruka to explore what makes this experience so distinct within the Victoria Falls region. With more than three decades in the bush, Dardley shares his journey from hotel management to professional guiding, and how Chundu Island blends warm Zimbabwean hospitality with immersive river-based safari experiences. But this conversation goes beyond accommodation. It reflects on keeping Victoria Falls wild rather than overdeveloped.  It explores the privilege of safari from the water.  And it highlights the balance between guest comfort and authentic wilderness. You’ll also hear from apprentice guide Tutu Moleya, who brings energy and insight into Zimbabwe’s wildlife — from the Big Five to the Little Five, the “Ugly Five,” and the overlooked importance of insects and birdlife in shaping the ecosystem. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why Chundu Island’s eight-suite, island-based setting offers a quiet alternative to busier Victoria Falls propertiesThe wide range of activities available, including canoeing, fishing, walking safaris, boat cruises, and game drivesHow sunrise and sunset on the Zambezi redefine the safari experienceWhy Victoria Falls remains one of the safest and most welcoming destinations in Southern AfricaThe importance of limiting development to preserve the wild character of this iconic regionGuest Information: Dardley Tafaruka – Concession Manager, Chundu Island With over 32 years in Zimbabwe’s tourism industry and a professional guiding background, Dardley leads Chundu Island with a philosophy centered on guest connection, safety, and preserving the natural integrity of the Zambezi. Tutu Moleya – Apprentice Guide Currently working toward his full professional guide qualification, Tutu represents the next generation of Zimbabwean safari guides. His passion for birding, ecology, and introducing guests to both the big and the small details of the bush adds depth to the Chundu experience. Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Chundu Island delivers a rare river-based safari experience combining water activities with traditional game viewingIts small scale and island location create an intimate, unhurried atmosphere removed from townVictoria Falls and the surrounding Zambezi region remain safe, welcoming, and ideal for immersive African travelClosing: At Keep Travelling, we believe meaningful journeys are defined by perspective — not just proximity. Chundu Island is not about scale. It is about space. Space to slow down. Space to reconnect. Space to experience the Zambezi in a way that feels deeply authentic and unfiltered. If this episode has inspired you to explore Victoria Falls differently — beyond the obvious — I would love to help craft that journey with you. Contact: rael@keeptravelling.africa A few years from now, you won’t remember how much it cost you — but you will always remember the memories you made. Keep Travelling. Blog: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/chundu-island-zimbabwe/

    18 min
  4. Safari in a Private Game Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

    FEB 25

    Safari in a Private Game Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

    Episode Number: 64 Property / Guest Name: Mapesu Private Game Reserve – Limpopo, South Africa Quentin Knipping – Managing Director Episode Summary: There are places in Africa where wildlife moves freely across unfenced borders, and where ancient kingdoms once traded gold with the world. This is one of them. In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Quentin Knipping, Managing Director of Mapesu Private Game Reserve, to explore the wild northern edge of Limpopo — where South Africa meets Botswana and Zimbabwe, and where safari meets deep cultural heritage. Mapesu spans 12,500 hectares opposite the UNESCO-listed Kingdom of Mapungubwe. Once a cattle farm, it has been carefully rewilded into a Big Five reserve and now forms part of the “Magnificent Seven,” with cheetah and wild dog added to the experience. But this conversation goes beyond sightings. It explores endangered species tracking on foot.  It unpacks the rediscovery of Mapungubwe’s golden rhino.  And it highlights why northern Limpopo may be South Africa’s most compelling — and most overlooked — safari extension. In this episode, you’ll discover: The three distinct lodge experiences: Mopane Bush Lodge, Mapesu Wilderness Camp, and the intimate Lucca LodgeHow guests participate in telemetry-based tracking of cheetah, wild dogs, and rhinoWhy Mapungubwe’s ancient kingdom reshapes the way we view safari travelHow Mapesu integrates wildlife conservation with layered cultural immersionWhy Limpopo could become the next meaningful extension to the classic Kruger routeGuest Information: Quentin Knipping – Managing Director, Mapesu Private Game Reserve Quentin has overseen Mapesu’s transformation from farmland into a thriving conservation landscape. His work blends wildlife reintroduction, endangered species management, and heritage tourism into a safari experience that feels both immersive and grounded in purpose. Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: Mapesu delivers a rare combination of Big Five safari, endangered predator tracking, and immersive walking experiencesThe reserve’s proximity to the Kingdom of Mapungubwe offers a powerful cultural dimension rarely found in traditional safari itinerariesThis week’s prize: A two-night stay for two people at Lucca Lodge, Mapesu’s most intimate and exclusive lodge experienceClosing: At Keep Travelling, we believe meaningful travel leaves more than photographs — it leaves perspective. Mapesu is not simply another safari stop. It is a place where conservation, culture, and landscape intersect in a way that deepens your understanding of Africa’s past and present. If this episode has inspired you to explore northern Limpopo or craft a tailored African journey of your own, I would love to hear from you. Contact: rael@keeptravelling.africa A few years from now, you won’t remember how much it cost you — but you will always remember the memories you made. Keep Travelling. Blog: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/mapesu/

    16 min

  5. FEB 18

    Safari in Kenya's Laikipia region

    Episode Number: 63 Property / Guest Name: Borana Lodge Episode Summary: An introduction to Borana Lodge and its setting in Kenya’s Laikipia region, on the foothills of Mount KenyaMillie Musee’s journey into conservation-led hospitality and her role as General ManagerHow Borana operates as a private conservancy with wildlife protection at its coreThe range of safari activities available beyond traditional game drivesWhy rhino conservation is central to Borana’s long-term visionHow responsible tourism supports both conservation and surrounding communitiesGuest Information: Millie Musee – General Manager at Borana Lodge Key Takeaways or Topics Covered: How conservation, community, culture, and commerce work together at BoranaThe role of education and employment in reducing poachingWhy Borana Lodge represents a sustainable model for the future of African tourismContact Information: Should you want to contact me directly, please email: rael@keeptravelling.africa Blog Post: https://www.wildsunsets.travel/inside-borana-lodge/

    19 min

  6. FEB 11

    Safari in Madikwe Private Reserve, South Africa

    Episode Number: 62 Property / Guest Name Dane van Heteren General Manager – Jaci’s Private Lodge, Madikwe Game Reserve Episode Summary In the latest episode of Keep Traveling: Your African Story, host Rael Zieve sat down with Dane van Heteren, General Manager of Jaci’s Private Lodge in Madikwe Game ReserveA thoughtful conversation exploring what responsible, values-led safari travel looks like inside one of South Africa’s most carefully managed reservesInsight into why Madikwe operates differently from larger, more commercial safari destinations, with strict capacity control and long-term conservation planningHow being a malaria-free safari destination makes Madikwe especially appealing for families, first-time safari travellers, and shorter tripsThe story behind Jaci’s Private Lodge, its recent rebuild, and how design, comfort, and immersion are balanced without excessWhy ethical guiding, patient game viewing, and quieter safari experiences are increasingly important to modern travellersGuest Information Dane van Heteren General Manager – Jaci’s Private Lodge A safari professional with deep operational experience in Madikwe Game Reserve, focused on ethical tourism, sustainability, and meaningful guest experiences Key Takeaways / Topics Covered How Madikwe Game Reserve delivers high-quality wildlife encounters through restraint, planning, and strong conservation principlesWhy Jaci’s Private Lodge appeals to travellers seeking a calmer, more considered safari experience rather than mass tourismThis week’s prize giveaway: one listener will win a safari stay at Jaci’s Private Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve, including accommodation and daily safari activities (terms and availability apply)Contact Information: Email: rael@keeptravelling.africa Blog Post https://www.wildsunsets.travel/jacis-private-lodge/

    19 min

  7. FEB 4

    Safari in Kenya

    Episode Number Episode 52 Property / Guest Name House in the Wild Featuring: Lisa Roberti   lisamroberti.com Episode Summary Why House in the Wild offers a very different safari experience within the northern Mara conservanciesLisa Roberti’s 30+ year relationship with Africa and what keeps drawing her back to KenyaHow land that was once farmland has been restored into a thriving wildlife corridor through community-led conservationThe role of Enonkishu Conservancy in balancing cattle, wildlife, and livelihoods sustainablyWhat makes slower, quieter safari travel more meaningful than chasing sightingsHonest insight into travel logistics, getting to the Mara, and why first impressions of this lodge feel more like home than hotelGuest Information Lisa Roberti Wildlife photographer, conservation advocate, and seasoned Africa traveller with extensive safari experience across East and Southern Africa Key Takeaways / Topics Covered How House in the Wild Kenya demonstrates conservation that genuinely includes local communitiesWhy northern Mara conservancies offer richer, quieter safari experiences with fewer vehiclesHow time in nature helps reset perspective, slow the nervous system, and create lasting travel memoriesContact Information Email: rael@keeptravelling.africa Blog Post https://www.wildsunsets.travel/house-in-the-wild-kenya/

    20 min

  8. JAN 28

    Golf Getaway on the Garden Route, South Africa

    Episode Number: 60 Property / Guest Name Ashley Weir - Golf Director Episode Summary Ashley Weir shares insight into what makes Pezula Championship Course one of the most distinctive golf experiences along South Africa’s Garden RouteA closer look at how course design, cool-season grass, and natural fynbos shape the playing experience at PezulaWhat it takes to operate and maintain a championship golf course in a coastal environmentBehind-the-scenes realities of hosting Sunshine Tour events and professional tournamentsWhy Pezula continues to attract international golfers and returning visitorsHow Pezula fits into a wider Garden Route golf journey for travellers exploring the Western CapeGuest Information Ashley Weir Director of Golf – Pezula Championship Course Based in Knysna, South Africa Key Takeaways / Topics Covered Why Pezula offers a rare balance of championship golf, coastal scenery, and natural surroundingsHow seasonality and course setup influence playability throughout the yearThis week’s prize giveaway reminder: listeners can win a four-ball at Pezula Championship Course, including golf carts, by entering here.Contact Information Email: rael@keeptravelling.africa Blog Post https://www.wildsunsets.travel/pezula-championship-course/

    16 min
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