About Hugging Africa

Proudly South African. Owner-run. Deeply connected to the land we love.

About Hugging Africa

Proudly South African. Owner-run. Deeply connected to the land we love.

About Hugging Africa

Proudly South African. Owner-run. Deeply connected to the land we love.

Managing Director Owen Bottomley and Liam Bottomley sharing a moment in the warehouse, representing the company's family leadership and legacy.
Forklift operator transporting a wooden crate through the Cargo Handling Specialists warehouse.

We Are Proudly South African

We are invested in the prosperity and conservation of our land, wildlife, and people, hence our name “Hugging Africa.”

Our personal approach pairs you with the perfect destination, expertly tailored to your specifications and preferences. Unlike automated booking sites, Hugging Africa is owner-run and managed, offering you 24/7 connectivity directly to us.

30+ Years of African Expertise

Our combined 30-plus years of experience traveling to most of the destinations we offer has allowed us to create lasting relationships with our trusted suppliers.

We are uniquely qualified to arrange extraordinary travel adventures for you from a wide span of hand-picked African travel destinations. We believe in going above and beyond because we know it makes all the difference.

Secure Booking: US-based payments and reliable partners.

Passion Driven: We treat every itinerary like our own holiday.

Personal Touch: No call centers. You speak to the owners.

Conservation & Community

Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Once you have visited, you will never be the same. We believe tourism should protect the oldest inhabited continent on Earth. By traveling with us, you are not just taking a holiday; you are supporting the conservation of the land and the prosperity of its people.

Start Your Journey with a Trusted Partner

Let our 30 years of experience turn your dream safari into reality

Africa is Calling. Will You Answer?

"Once you have visited Africa, you will never be the same." Let us turn your blank slate into a journey of a lifetime.

Africa is Calling. Will You Answer?

"Once you have visited Africa, you will never be the same." Let us turn your blank slate into a journey of a lifetime.

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