PEOPLE AND STORIES

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. Live 4 Africa.com is an independent and privately owned company. Owned and managed by Gelle Ritchie who started her travel industry career in 2003 .Together with our carefully selected business partners/suppliers we will tailor-make your African vacation according to your travel needs or we will help you choose the best suitable LuxuryAfrica Safari or African overland tour . If you have decided that it is time for your own adventure, your very own African Safari, or just that you need to explore more of this incredible place we call home; we are here to guide you and help you plan the ultimate Africa experience.

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. Live 4 Africa.com is an independent and privately owned company. Owned and managed by Gelle Ritchie who started her travel industry career in 2003 .Together with our carefully selected business partners/suppliers we will tailor-make your African vacation according to your travel needs or we will help you choose the best suitable LuxuryAfrica Safari. If you have decided that it is time for your own adventure, your very own African Safari, or just that you need to explore more of this incredible place we call home; we are here to guide you and help you plan the ultimate Africa experience.

September 11, 2023

Hyne Family from Aus Aug 2023 Private Kruger safari – Traveler Feedback

Another great customer review Hyne Family from Aus – Aug 2023 – Private Kruger safari Hi Gelle We did! It was a fabulous experience and we […]
August 18, 2023

Zander and Stefni August safari 2023 – Traveler Feedback

Great feedback Zander and Stefni August safari 2023   Our expectations have been exceeded. From the moment we arrived, we were treated like Royalty. All the […]
August 14, 2023

Baker Family 2023 – Traveler Feedback

Customer feedback‼️   Luxury JHb , Kruger and Cape Town family adventure July 2023   We had an unbelievable time in 🌍South Africa! Gelle was so […]
August 1, 2023

Myburgh Family 2023 – Traveler Feedback

‘ Deliver exactly what we wanted! ‘ Gelle at Live 4 Africa was spot on with her recommendation and bookings for our family bush holiday and the added […]
June 19, 2023

Tanzania Vic Falls Botswana Cape Town and Sabi Sand May 2023 – Ty and Deb USA – Traveler Feedback

Gelle, Ty and I would like to thank you for a wonderful experience in Africa. Your camp recommendations for Botswana and Sabi Sands were outstanding. The […]
June 19, 2023

Buffelsdrift March 2023 – Traveler Feedback

Thanks Gelle – Yes, we did thanks! It was really great being in a peaceful, well-kept and safe environment for us to chill out and the […]
December 14, 2022

Azura Benguerra Island Honeymoon – Mozambique – Traveler Feedback

Azura Benguerra Island – Mozambique Hi Gelle, It was fantastic, great honeymoon destination! Food was awesome, weather was great, villa with private pool is amazing. People so […]
December 1, 2022

Azura Benguerra Island – Mozambique

Azura Benguerra Island – Mozambique Imagine an unspoilt island within a pristine Marine National Park. Miles of deserted beaches with soft white sand. Sparkling turquoise seas, […]
December 1, 2022

Chimps, Gorillas Uganda Private Guided adventure November 22 – Traveler feedback

🦍Chimps, Gorillas Uganda Private Guided adventure   ‘ Dream to Concept to Reality – The trip of a lifetime! ‘   From conceptualization to execution, I […]
December 1, 2022

Uganda Kenya & Tanzania Luxury Safari – Traveler feedback

Gelle, I’m so sorry for this late response as it betrays our gratitude to you for expertly creating our trip. It was such short notice on […]
March 13, 2022

Pumba Eastern Cape Safari – Traveler feedback

October 26, 2021

Luxury Botswana fly in Safari – Travel during Covid lockdown was much, much easier and better than anticipated.

July 6, 2020

Thanda Private Game Reserve – 5-star safari lodge – KwaZulu-Natal

Thanda Private Game Reserve - 5-star safari lodge - KwaZulu-Natal
July 6, 2020

Thonga Beach Lodge..barefoot luxury – KwaZulu-Natal

Thonga Beach Lodge..barefoot luxury - KwaZulu-Natal
July 6, 2020

Phinda Game Reserve ..Forest lodge – KwaZulu-Natal

Phinda Game Reserve ..Forest lodge - KwaZulu-Natal
July 6, 2020

Beautiful KwaZulu- Natal South Africa – The Oyster Box Umhlanga

Beautiful KwaZulu- Natal South Africa - The Oyster Box Umhlanga
July 6, 2020

Escape the Ordinary ..beautiful KwaZulu- Natal South Africa.

June 22, 2020

Delta commits to year round Cape -Town South Africa service.

Namibia: Our Top Recommended Africa Experiences / Destinations for travel in 2020!!!
March 20, 2020

Namibia: Our Top Recommended Africa Experiences / Destinations for travel in 2021.

Namibia: Our Top Recommended Africa Experiences / Destinations for travel in 2020!!!
March 16, 2020

What an experience! Live4Africa had the best time cooking with SA legend

What an experience! Live4Africa had the best time cooking with SA legend
March 9, 2020

CAPE TOWN CITY FOODIE TOUR

CAPE TOWN CITY FOODIE TOUR
June 14, 2017

IS AN INDELIBLE AFRICAN VACATION ON YOUR BUCKET LIST FOR 2019?

The year has almost come to an end and we trust 2018 has been kind to you. If visiting Africa is on your 2019 wish list, Live 4 Africa Travel would like to share three brand new & exciting travel ideas.
February 6, 2019

BUCKET LIST EXPERIENCES IN AFRICA.

A luxurious treehouse beneath a canopy of stars is the ultimate bush suite built on stilts. This is an unique safari experience – one where you can feel immersed in the magic of romance in Africa.
February 6, 2019

IS AN INDELIBLE AFRICAN VACATION ON YOUR BUCKET LIST FOR 2019?

The year has almost come to an end and we trust 2018 has been kind to you. If visiting Africa is on your 2019 wish list, Live 4 Africa Travel would like to share three brand new & exciting travel ideas.
April 10, 2019

LUXURY TANZANIA SAFARI

The year has almost come to an end and we trust 2018 has been kind to you. If visiting Africa is on your 2019 wish list, Live 4 Africa Travel would like to share three brand new & exciting travel ideas.
April 10, 2019

EVERYTHING HAS EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATIONS

The year has almost come to an end and we trust 2018 has been kind to you. If visiting Africa is on your 2019 wish list, Live 4 Africa Travel would like to share three brand new & exciting travel ideas.
April 10, 2019

AFRICA IS TRULY BEAUTIFUL. I LEAVE A PIECE OF MY HEART HERE EACH TIME

Hi Gelle. Thanks. It’s been fab. I loved the Belmond eagle. Just loved the place. But Selinda and Belmond were both fab with Belmond being my absolute favorite. Game drives were very special too. Loved it...
April 10, 2019

TANZANIA PRIVATE FAMILY SAFARI- MORE THAN WE HAD EXPECTED

The year has almost come to an end and we trust 2018 has been kind to you. If visiting Africa is on your 2019 wish list, Live 4 Africa Travel would like to share three brand new & exciting travel ideas.
April 10, 2019

MOZAMBIQUE WAS AMAZING

Hi Gelle, Mozambique was amazing! The accommodation was so nice, and the package you organized for our honeymoon was perfect. Both Amy and I loved every second of our time there, thank you so much for organizing the trip for us.
April 10, 2019

IT WAS SO INCREDBLY SPECIAL AND I WILL CHERISH THE MEMORIES IN MY HEART FOREVER

The year has almost come to an end and we trust 2018 has been kind to you. If visiting Africa is on your 2019 wish list, Live 4 Africa Travel would like to share three brand new & exciting travel ideas.