Best places to see chimps in the wild: Rwanda vs Uganda vs Tanzania
Chimpanzees play a giant role in sustaining the health of their habitat as well as giving us insights into our early origins. So, where is the best place to visit them?
7 tips for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Climbing Kilimanjaro takes more than just determination. With the right preparation, smart pacing, proper gear, and a good guide, you can improve your chances of reaching the summit safely and enjoying the journey along the way. This guide shares seven simple tips to help you climb with confidence, stay healthy, and make the most of the experience.
10 Incredible Safari Lodges In Tanzania, Kenya and Botswana
Budget accommodation is the most popular choice for safari-goers and is the perfect combination of comfort and luxury and not putting yourself in a hole financially.
Ultimate Guide To The Great Migration
Discover the great wildlife spectacle on Earth as millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles move across the Serengeti–Mara in one of nature’s most dramatic journeys. This guide covers the best times and places to see the Migration, plus practical tips for planning an unforgettable safari experience.
How To Choose The Right Safari Destination
> Key take aways: Jan – Mar & Jul – Sep are the best times to safari in East Africa. May & Oct are the best times to safari in Southern Africa. The Great Migration is only in Tanzania & Kenya. Best rhino spotting is in Southern Africa. Picking the right style of safari is important. Here […]
Best Single Day African Safari Destinations
> Key take aways Most accessible safari parks include: Kenya: Nairobi National Park Tanzania: Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara or Ngorongoro Crater Botswana: Chobe Single day safaris are very rushed and whilst they are still incredible, don’t expect to see all of Africa’s exotic animals in a day Single day safaris cost between US$150 – $500pp/day. […]
Five Exotic Animals You Should Watch Out For On Your Safari
> The Big Five often steal the spotlight when it comes to safari conversations and photos, but there are plenty of lesser known animals that are worth watching out for, from the beautiful to the weird and wonderful. East Africa’s diverse wildlife includes a huge cross-section of breathtaking bird life, mammals and reptiles that can […]
Choosing the best time to go on safari
> Best time to go on safari, regional overviews: East African safari: best between July – September or January – March. If you want to avoid the crowds, go in June. Southern African safari: best between May – October. Temperatures across Africa are very pleasant, mostly ranging from 10 – 20 in winter and 15 […]
How To Choose The Right Tour Operator For Your African Adventure?
> There is so much to see and do on a trip through Africa, and planning your adventure can be a little daunting. Africa is a huge place, more than 4 times bigger than Australia and with 54 different countries. Getting around can be difficult and flights may not run every day, they can also be very […]
The best safari parks in Botswana and when to visit
> Botswana is one of the safest and best countries to go on safari, and is a popular safari destination because it offers a variety of experiences including boat, walking, jeep, and fully immersive and movable tented camp safaris. Due to the accessible nature of safaris in Botswana, it is popular with senior travellers, and […]