About me

Africa is a continent of breathtaking landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and rich, vibrant cultures. Whether you dream of witnessing the Great Migration in the Serengeti, tracking the Big Five in a private game reserve, or enjoying thrilling game drives in the Maasai Mara, I am here to turn your safari dreams into reality.

As your personal travel manager and founder of Vastness Safaris, I take a highly personalised approach to every journey. From our first conversation, I focus on understanding your interests, travel style, and aspirations, carefully crafting a safari itinerary that exceeds expectations. Every moment of your adventure is designed to be seamless, memorable, and uniquely yours.

To create truly immersive experiences, I work with trusted local partners who share my commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. Our handpicked guides bring an intimate knowledge of the region, revealing Africa’s hidden gems and little-known wonders that most travellers never see.

Whether you are a seasoned explorer or embarking on your first African safari, I handle all the details—from flights and luxury accommodations to wildlife encounters and cultural experiences—so you can fully embrace the adventure without stress.

If you are ready to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime safari across South and East Africa, let’s craft an unforgettable journey together.

Contact me today to begin your extraordinary African adventure.

 

Where I've Travelled

Australia including Darwin, Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Tasmania

South Africa including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, Timbavati Private Reserve, Garden Route, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Port Elizabeth, Jeffrey’s Bay, Knysna, Durban, Drakensburg Mountains.

Botswana including the Okavango Delta, Linyanti Reserve, Chobe National Park

Zimbabwe including Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Mana Pools National Park, Matopos Hills

Zambia including Livingstone, South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi National Park

East Africa

Tanzania including Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Lake Victoria, Zanzibar, Stonetown

Kenya including Nairobi, Laikipia, Amboseli National Park, Masai Mara National Park

Namibia including Sossusvlei, Etosha, Damaraland, Swakopmund

Uganda and Rwanda

Indian Ocean Islands including Mauritius and Reunion Island

Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur

New Zealand: North and South Island

South Pacific: Fiji – Coral Coast and Denarau Island

Philippines: Manila, Cebu and Bohol

Singapore 

India – Including New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Varanasi

Services I Provide

It’s  your holiday so I will spend time getting to know you and make sure we tick all the boxes to create your dream holiday to suit your style of travel, the experience you are looking for whilst keeping it within your budget.

I believe customer service is paramount and I love attention to detail.

I offer flexible working hours to suit you, we can meet early morning, after work, weekends in the comfort of your home or over a coffee.

Whilst you are travelling, I am available 24/7 should you need me.  I will always be a phone call away.

My goal is to ensure that every one of my clients enjoys a tailor made holiday that not only meets but far exceeds their expectations.

✔ Tailor-made safaris

✔ Family holidays

✔ Multi-generation holidays

✔ Solo travellers

✔ Honeymooners

✔ Destination weddings

✔ Photographic Journeys

✔ Golfing holidays

✔ Adventure holidays

✔ Cruising

✔ River Cruising

✔ Small group tours

✔ Food & Wine tours

✔ Travel Insurance

First time to Africa, not sure where to go?

Take a look at these inspirational itineraries and some of my favourite places to stay.

Why ….

South Africa – for its diversity of landscapes, cities and cultural, outstanding wildlife and good value for money

Botswana –  the unique Okavango Delta, the zebra migration in the summer months, outstanding game viewing

Namibia – purely it landscapes and phenomenal wildlife

Zambia – the mighty Victoria Falls, the Devil’s Pool and walking safaris in South Luangwa

Zimbabwe – the mighty Victoria Falls, outstanding game viewing in Hwangwe National and an array of activities in Mana Pool

Kenya – choices of activities and wildlife

Tanzania – the migration, open plains of the Serengeti and the local culture.

Rwanda – the gorillas, the history and the people

Uganda – the gorillas and the wildlife

 

 

 

 

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Gail Hughes
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Based in Narangba, QLD
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Monday to Friday 09h00 - 17h00

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