About African Firefly Travel

Meet Debbie

Debbie Mc Hardy, the founder of African Firefly Travel, is a South African now living in the US. She combines her extensive experience of living and traveling around the world, her deep knowledge of Africa, and professional skills honed through successful business ventures to offer a unique boutique travel service.

Debbie Mc Hardy, luxury safari planner on safari in Africa

Debbie Mc Hardy, Luxury Travel Advisor & Africa Specialist

US-based planning. Local insight & knowledge

Based in Sarasota, Florida, we offer an accessible, responsive planning experience aligned with your time zone. We work closely with a dedicated luxury safari specialist team in South Africa, giving us access to current insights, special offers and expert planning advice.

Access to Exclusive Destinations

We prioritize private concessions and remote camps that get you away from the crowds. By choosing the right locations, we ensure you maximise your time in Africa.

“There is nothing more satisfying than researching, planning, and organizing a trip in keeping with the particular needs of a client, and knowing that the results are bound to be life-enhancing.”

We tailor a safari unique to you

A great safari should feel like a single, flowing narrative. Every experience is intentionally connected to create one cohesive, unforgettable journey designed around you.

Meticulous planning with seamless logistics ‍ ‍

With deep experience in journey routing that works, your safari will flow seamlessly. We handle every flight, transfer, and connection so you don’t have to. You spend more time enjoying your trip and less time worrying about the details.

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