Welcome to 2010!

Our office hours are back to normal (7am - 7pm weekdays, 9am - 12pm Saturday's GMT+2) and we are very excited to see what the new year holds in store for us. This is a brand new year which means its time to kick start those resolutions...

Here are a few resolutions from the Jenman Safaris staff:

- Garth Jenman (Managing director of Jenman Safaris): To get back on the road again, shed a few kgs' and run the Victoria Falls Marathon in August this year
- Katja Quasdorf (Marketing Manager): Recycling is not as big in South Africa as it is in Europe. In 2010 I finally want to introduce recycling to my own household and the complex I am living in.
- Wiebke Priilaid (Product Manager for Southern Africa): I would love to increase my fitness level and be healthier in 2010...
- Rebecca Marshall (Product Manager for East Africa & Madagascar): To get away more & explore new places in South Africa... And I've already pencilled in half my leave for the year!
- Wayne Powell (Operations Manager): I just want to better organise my life. Focus on what's important and not waste time with unnecessary things. I want to be more efficient this year!

If you have made any resolutions this year we wish you lots of luck with achieving them...

Valentines - where will you be?

14th February means only one thing for the cupids out there - romantic getaways! If you are struggling for ideas of what to do or where to take your special someone then we have a few suggestions that you might enjoy or can use to impress that special someone!

Take your special one away for 3 nights to De Hoop Nature Reserve - an area known as 'the jewel of the Western Cape'. With accommodation, dinners and breakfasts as well as VAT and tourism levy included all you need to do is relax and enjoy... And the scenery at De Hoop creates the most romantic sunset around! Priced from ZAR 2425 per person sharing. Read more

Kapama located in the Limpopo Province is the ideal romantic getaway for safari lovers! Explore the African bush by day and relax in the romantic tented style accommodation in the evenings! This romantic package includes 3 nights accommodation in the Kapama Game Reserve, 3 daily meals, 2 game drives and the VAT and Tourism levy! All priced from ZAR 5420 per person sharing. Read more

Bonamanzi (KZN) creates the most surprising romantic getaway for couples! Bonamanzi boasts fantastic accommodation surrounded by diverse and beautiful terrain which always impresses and amazes the adventurous and romantic couples out there! Stay for 3 nights at the Bonamanzi's Lalapanzi Lodge with daily breakfast and dinner from ZAR 2150 per person. Read more

Email us to secure your place and your romantic weekend away!

Host City 2010! Cape Town (June/July)

Cape Town is Africa's southern most city... the city's beauty, combined with its mild Mediterranean climate, has made it Africa's most popular tourism destination. Cape Town's biggest feature is also one of its most definitive... Table Mountain looms majestically over the city, flanked by 2 mountains - Devils Peak to the east and Lions head to the West. Nothing can compare... if you are looking for relaxed vibes, warm beaches and majestic scenery then Cape Town is just the place for you!

What to do? You can't come to Cape Town and not go up Table Mountain (don't worry if you don't want to climb up, you can take Cable car)... you can also shop up a storm at the V&A Waterfront, relax at Clifton beach, go wine tasting in Stellenbosch, explore the marine world at the Two Oceans Aquarium, unwind at the summer concerts or the winter warmer concerts at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (book at webtickets)... and so much more!

Where to eat? Cape Town is fortunate to have something for everyone! Col'Cacchio offers a great selection of pizzas and pastas around as well as great cocktails and starters. Col'Cacchio's is located in most Cape Town areas and is actually found throughout South Africa. If you are looking for delicious deserts and a wide selection of game dishes then try out "Arnolds" in Kloof Street... they have a fine wine selection and a stunning holiday vibe. For a wide selection of quality meals try Willoughbys & Co in the V&A Waterfront they boast an impressive arrangement of sushi, seafoods, meats, pastas and so much more.

Where to stay? Cape Town has many options ranging from bed and breakfasts to upmarket hotels. Entabeni Guest House is set in Camps Bay boasting stunning views of the beaches and Cape Town Mountains. Entabeni is a small guest house with an incredible attention to detail making it your ideal holiday get-away for couples. Constantia Valley Lodge is tucked away is the upper Constantia area and is conveniently close to all major attractions, excellent restaurants and shops. It also has a subtropical garden with the most amazing birdlife excellent for nature lovers... The Klein Genot is an upmarket establishment set the popular Franschoek Winelands. Klein Genot Wine and Country Estate is where modern life meets farm style hospitality while breathtaking surroundings calm and soothe the senses, great for those wanting to experience the famous Winelands in style!

If you need some help planning your trip to South Africa this year please don't hesitate to contact us!

Tanzania - Serengeti Calving Safari (includes a free night)

Experience the world renowned calving season in the Southern Serengeti on this 6 day fly-in safari, where 1 night is free at the luxury tented Dunia Camp. This exciting package is only valid between 1st January and 31st March 2010, and is priced from USD 2885 per person sharing. Price includes air and land transfers, 5 nights full board accommodation, Game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti AND a free night...

To extend your holiday in paradise and benefit from more fantastic prices, book the 4 night Zanzibar extension where the 4th night is free on a full board basis. Priced from USD 1420 per person sharing. Email us for more information or to secure your place!

** Image Source: Rob Cruzen from PBase.

Victoria Falls & Imbabala Special... treat yourself this year

Now until the end of March you can relax in Zimbabwe for 5 days at fantastic prices. Enjoy open-vehicle game drives and sunset boat cruises on the mighty Zambezi River by day and relax in the comforts of luxury lodges by night! This fantastic special is priced from USD 715 and includes airport transfers, accommodation (Victoria Falls Safari Lodge and Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge), selected meals and scheduled activities at Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge!

To find out more please click here or email us

Meet Laurina - get to know one of our consultants

Laurina is another one of our prized consultants... she started off with Jenman Safaris as a guide (click here to read about her guiding days) and moved onto consulting a few years later. As you can imagine she has travelled all over Africa including; South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Malawi, Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar and Uganda.

"Namibia is probably on the top of my list with Uganda and Botswana following soon after. It is difficult to actually say which country I prefer as they are all unique in their own way; the people and their culture, the scenery, different landscapes and then of course the animals - it makes each country completely unique and inspiring to me..."

Laurina's latest educational was an exploratory trip, for our World in One Country Safari, which included the famous Kruger National Park as well as Swaziland and KwaZula Natal. Judging by ALL the photos, she had a fantastic time filled with lots of laughs and great weather! To find out more about this safari or the above area please click here.

We asked Laurina to let us know what her favourite restaurant in Cape Town is - for all those thinking of coming to Cape Town or for those that stay here - this is what she had to say:

Where? Pepenero Seafood and Sushi Restaurant in Mouille Point
Why? Pepenero has a diverse menu that's perfect for anyday, anytime dining... with the magnificent seaside setting and ambience it has the word "sundowner" (sunset drinks) written all over it... and with great seafood specials I can't help but not love it! Plus I love the vibe there! Tel: 021 439 9027

Sounds very yummy indeed!

Kenya - Visas - New Passport requirements

Kenya is now strictly enforcing a similar "blank pages, condition of entry" as South Africa. Anyone requiring a visa is now advised to have at least two blank pages available in their passport on arrival, failure to meet this requirement could mean that entry will be refused. If you have any visa questions or questions about Kenya (such as when to travel or what safari** takes you to the best parts of East Africa) then please email us on info@jenmansafaris.com

** Try the 'Best of Kenya and Tanzania' safari. This safari is new for 2010 and starts off in the buzzing city of Nairobi while letting you experience excellent game viewing in some of East Africa's best national parks... click here for more information

Jenman Safaris 2009 end of year party

Last year (sounds so far away!) we had our annual end of year party where we spent the day in Scarborough (past Kommetjie) playing beach games, soaking up the sun, chatting up a storm and eating until we couldn't anymore! It was a fantastic and relaxing day for everyone at Jenman Safaris... The heads of departments organised a fabulous feast for us and made sure that we would all have a great time... and what a great time we had! More images can be found on our blog...

And a big thank you to Garth Jenman and all the heads of department for a fabulous party!!!

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