Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel How to Book an African Safari with Points & Miles featuring 10xTravel's Lovan Edwards
Aug 27, 2025
Lovan Edwards, the social media manager at 10xTravel, shares his thrilling experience booking an African safari in Kenya using points and miles. He reveals how he scored Emirates First Class tickets on short notice and offers insider tips on affordable safari lodges and choosing operators. Listeners will be captivated by his unforgettable wildlife encounters, practical advice on visas and travel insurance, and insights into timing trips around the Great Migration. Lovan's strategies make dreaming of an African adventure accessible to all!
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Guides And Timing Create Close Encounters
- Game drives are timed for animal activity, so early-morning and late-evening outings yield the best encounters.
- Safari guides' local knowledge creates the dramatic close-up wildlife moments you remember forever.
Elephants, Mud Baths, And Lion Tracking
- Lovan watched elephants bathing and played by a baby elephant rolling in mud on a hot day.
- He also tracked and photographed a male lion with his guide, which he found thrilling.
Camp Layouts Prioritize Solitude
- Expect spaced-out tents or cabins with communal dining and a chill area rather than large indoor hotels.
- Camps prioritize immersion and comfort but often have limited Wi‑Fi, so plan accordingly.