Introduction

Africa... A word that conjures a million images in the mind of intrepid travellers the world over – breathtaking

landscapes, fascinating ancient cultures, wide savannahs dotted with iconic wildlife, snow-capped

mountains, vast deserts, palm-fringed beaches... Africa is the birthplace of humankind, where we all began.

It's a continent that gets under your skin and speaks to your soul, filled with mind-boggling diversity and a

wealth of delightful contradictions, where no two days are ever the same. It's the unending inspiration for

Personal Collection by Thompsons Africa – our unique tribute to the land we call ‘home’, that brings

you a range of customised travel options designed to help you explore some of the most magical

destinations Africa has to offer.