Wed Nov 2025
Exploring Kenya with Ben Dessen
Wildlife advocate and author Ben Dessen has spent his life working with animals, from crocodiles and orangutans to kangaroos and snakes, exploring the deep connection between people and wildlife. For their honeymoon, Ben and his wife travelled with Bench Africa on the Kenya Highlights Tour, visiting the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Ol Pejeta Conservancy for an unforgettable encounter with Africa’s iconic wildlife.
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Wed Nov 2025
1000 Views of Madagascar with Ben Dessen
Wildlife advocate and author Ben Dessen has dedicated his life to protecting animals, from caring for rescued wildlife at his Sydney sanctuary to working with species worldwide. For their honeymoon, Ben and his wife explored Madagascar with Bench Africa on the 1000 Views of Madagascar tour, discovering the island’s lush rainforests, dramatic canyons, and iconic baobab forests.
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Mon Nov 2025
A New Look for Bench Africa
With a Refreshed Brand and Website Big news from the Bench tribe! We’ve got a fresh new look. With a complete website refresh and a brand glow-up, planning your next African safari has never been more intuitive or visually engaging. The new website lets you explore detailed day-by-day itineraries, interactive maps, and send enquiries directly...
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Wed Oct 2025
Safari School: A Safari Guide for First Timers
Safari School is now in session, where we turn first-time safari-goers into confident wildlife adventurers. Think of this as your safari crash course, packed with insights, tips, and answers to the questions you might be too shy to ask.
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Tue Sep 2025
The Top 5 Camps to see Elephants up Close
At Bench, we’re huge elephant lovers, and there’s nothing like seeing these gentle giants in the wild. That’s why we’ve put together our Top 5 safari camps—where you can get up close, witness their majesty, and enjoy unforgettable wildlife adventures.
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