Tue Sep 2026
Tanzania introduces mandatory inbound travel insurance from 01 October 2026
Tanzania mandatory inbound travel insurance: what travellers need to know From 01 October, mandatory inbound travel insurance applies to foreign visitors entering mainland Tanzania by air, land or sea. Zanzibar has had its own mandatory inbound insurance requirement since 01 October 2024. Now, the same requirement applies to travellers entering mainland Tanzania. Which insurance policy do I...
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Wed Apr 2026
Travel Like a Local in Cape Town
All the freedom of going solo. None of the guesswork. This is what it means to travel like a local in Cape Town.
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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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