STOP WANDERING AND START DREAMING
FROM OUR TRAVEL JOURNAL
While African storytelling takes you on a journey that inspires you to learn more about yourself and the world around you, our travel journal tells the stories of our passion for Africa. It takes you on an expedition of the memorable African vacations we create, and it shares the exhilaration our travelers have experienced on our customized luxury itineraries .
FROM OUR TRAVEL JOURNAL
While African storytelling takes you on a journey that inspires you to learn more about yourself and the world around you, our travel journal tells the stories of our passion for Africa. It takes you on an expedition of the memorable African vacations we create, and it shares the exhilaration our travelers have experienced on our customized luxury itineraries .
WHAT WE DO?
“TAKE ONLY MEMORIES, LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS.”
Africa, a continent renowned for its stunning beauty and captivating wildlife, awaits your discovery.Its grand landscapes, the touch of its earth, and the vibrant energy of the African bushwill mesmerize your senses and forge an enduring connection.
At Live4Africa, we are your passionate companions in discovering Africa's wonders. With deep roots in this land and extensive travel experience across its diverse countries, we are tuned in to Africa's heartbeat. Our mission is to guide you on when, where, and how to embrace the majesty of this extraordinary continent.
When you're ready to embark on your African adventure, Live4Africa will be your trusted partner in crafting a journey that will leave unforgettable memories and lasting footprints.
Join us in exploring Africa's wonders together.
ABOUT US: Your Gateway to Unforgettable African Adventures
At Live 4 Africa.com, we are your passport to exceptional African journeys. Founded by Gelle Ritchie, a seasoned travel industry expert with a career dating back to 2003, we are an independent, privately-owned company dedicated to crafting bespoke Luxury African Vacations tailored precisely to your desires. From helping you select the perfect Luxury Africa Safari to curating every aspect of your journey, we are here to make your dream African adventure a reality.
Our secret to success lies in our handpicked network of reliable, professional, and honest luxury suppliers spread across the African continent. We collaborate closely with these partners to ensure your travel experience exceeds expectations. What sets us apart is our independence – we don't own lodges, hotels, or transfer companies, giving us the freedom to recommend what's genuinely best for you.
Our advice isn't just about destinations; it's about understanding the heart and soul of the African places you choose to explore. Our team regularly embarks on educational journeys across southern and East Africa, only suggesting destinations we'd visit ourselves. We orchestrate complex itineraries involving local and international flights, transfers, top-tier hotels, and thrilling activities from various suppliers. We weave all these elements together seamlessly to craft a luxury Africa itinerary exclusively for you. From flights to luxury accommodations, transfers to curated day tours, we handle every detail. Plus, we provide a 24-hour emergency contact number to ensure you're fully supported before and during your travels.
Africa's attraction, especially the enchantment of safari life, courses through Gelle Ritchie's veins. Her unwavering passion for the bush led to the birth of Live 4 Africa.com, where going the extra mile to create personalised luxury safari experiences is our driving force. Our travellers keep coming back for more of our extraordinary African encounters because we live and breathe safaris.
We believe that visiting wildlife areas contributes to their conservation through tourism revenue. Thus, our dedication to conservation is only matched by our commitment to providing guests with unique and extraordinary safari experiences. When you're ready for your African adventure, we'll be your trusted guides, helping you plan the ultimate expedition into the heart of Africa.
We can't wait to welcome you to this captivating continent.
WHY WE DO IT?
“TAKE ONLY MEMORIES, LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS.”
Africa is a destination filled with breathtaking scenery and rewarding wildlife encounters. The look, the feel the dusty smell of the African bush seeps into your soul, and long after you’ve gone you will find yourself missing it with an almost physical longing. Being the second largest continent makes it overwhelming to decide where one should start exploring and discovering this unique destination.
Passionate about Africa and creating a memorable Africa vacation for you let us help you experience this magical continent. Born and bred in Africa and having traveled extensively through her countries, we will go out of our way to give you advise on where, when and how to travel in Africa.
DESTINATIONS
If you’re a discerning traveler looking for your own luxurious African safari, or you’ve been lured back to Africa’s shores to explore more of this incredible continent we call home, we are here to guide and help you to plan the ultimate African experience.
EXPERIENCES
Our unforgettable tailor-made luxury itineraries take you right into the heart of wild Africa. Choose from our hand-picked array of carefully crafted travel itineraries and let us transform your safari dreams, interests and needs into reality.
Mozambique Experience
Zambia and South Africa
Coast, Namibia
Kamp, Sabi Sand - Kruger
Okavango Delta
Zimbabwe & Zambia
Luxury Safari
Luxury Safari
Hello Gelle,
Well, what can we say but WOW! We have had the most wonderful 3 days at Phinda.
We have seen...everything!!!! all the most wondeful animals and we have been treated
like royaliry since arriving at the airport in Nelspiroit (opps with the spelling!). We are
loving the whole experience. Tomorrow morning is our last safari and then we are
driven to Oyster Box .
Thanks for your reminder. We will check in with BA as you suggest.
Looking forward to meeting you soon.
Best wishes
Edwina and Rob ( May 2019- 39 day Luxury KZN , Cape _Town ,
Namibia , Rovos Rail , Vic Falls and Botswana and Uganda )
Hi Gelle,
Just checking in with you cos i know you are keeping an eye on us!
A quick email....but
wanted you to know what a fabulous time we are having.
Namibia was so interesting and I'll talk more about that in another email. Wilderness
Air...fantastic!
Just had the most spectacular time on the Rovos..wow! What an experience. And now
we are at Vic Falls! OMG... what a place.
Warm wishes
Edwina
Best wishes
Edwina and Rob ( May 2019- 39 day Luxury KZN , Cape _Town ,
Namibia , Rovos Rail , Vic Falls and Botswana and Uganda )
Hi Gelle,
Just wanted to thank you so much for arranging the winery tour and lunch at Vergelengen
this week. What a memorable and wonderful event in such fabulous surroundings.
The wine and lunch was delicious.
Your beautiful rhino tear gift....how very thoughtful and I will remember you and our
time in Africa when I wear it.
I know I speak for Susie Andy and Rob in saying how much
we enjoyed meeting you and putting a face to the name. You have
done such a stellar job organising every little detail and more for the 9 of us. Thank you again.
Here's hoping that your retina recovers soon.
Warmest wishes
Edwina and Rob May 2019- 39 day Luxury KZN , Cape _Town ,
Namibia , Rovos Rail , Vic Falls and Botswana and Uganda
EVERYONE NEEDS A LITTLE BIT OF AFRICA
“READY FOR YOUR VERY OWN LUXURIOUS ADVENTURE IN WILD AFRICA?”
To ensure your experience is extraordinary, we travel to most of the African destinations we recommend to you. In fact, we usually go back to explore and learn more about these regions, ensuring our advice is truly valuable and up to date. We are passionate about travelling throughout Africa and helping you to plan an unforgettable African adventure. Exceptional personalized customer service drives us, and our preferred business partners have outstanding track records endorsed by their Trip Advisor reviews and independent awards. We share a special service ethic with these owner-managed businesses who put travelers first, provide personalized attention for each guest, and always go the extra mile to deliver the ultimate experience. Like us, they believe in delighting and surprising you, and are quick and proactive if anything goes wrong, which it seldom does with partners like these. Just as we do, our preferred partners aim to exceed your expectations.
EVERYONE NEEDS A LITTLE BIT OF AFRICA
“READY FOR YOUR VERY OWN LUXURIOUS ADVENTURE IN WILD AFRICA?”
To ensure your experience is extraordinary, we travel to most of the African destinations we recommend to you. In fact, we usually go back to explore and learn more about these regions, ensuring our advice is truly valuable and up to date. We are passionate about travelling throughout Africa and helping you to plan an unforgettable African adventure. Exceptional personalized customer service drives us, and our preferred business partners have outstanding track records endorsed by their Trip Advisor reviews and independent awards. We share a special service ethic with these owner-managed businesses who put travelers first, provide personalized attention for each guest, and always go the extra mile to deliver the ultimate experience. Like us, they believe in delighting and surprising you, and are quick and proactive if anything goes wrong, which it seldom does with partners like these. Just as we do, our preferred partners aim to exceed your expectations.