Where To See Hippos in Africa – The 12 Best Places To Go
No African safari would be complete without the distinctive sound of hippos grunting and snorting. And if you’re wondering where to see (and hear) hippos in Africa...
Top 7 Best Bush Camps in Zimbabwe
Our Zimbabwe expert Philip Briggs recently visited several exclusive bush camps in the course of a lengthy trip through the country; here he reports back on...
Botswana vs South Africa: Which Is Better for an African Safari?
Botswana and South Africa are two of Africa’s premier safari destinations, but each offers a different kind of safari experience. There are numerous factors to consider when...
Things You Need To Know Before Climbing Mt Meru in Tanzania
Climbing Mount Meru is a rewarding challenge. It is often done as a warm-up trek for Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain. These iconic landmarks are...
Top 8 Good-value Accommodations in Zimbabwe
Despite its recent political troubles, Zimbabwe remains one of Africa’s safest, friendliest and most affordable travel destinations. It also possesses some stunning highlights, ranging from the iconic...
Top 10 Best Kenyan Islands
Kenya’s mainland coastline is superb, but the islands that ripple out into the Indian Ocean are also some of Africa’s finest. From Lamu and Kiwayu in the north to Chale and the Penguti islands in the south, these ...
20 of the Best & Most Beautiful Cities in Africa
For many people, a holiday in Africa is synonymous with going on safari. And little wonder when you consider that this massive continent supports the world’s most impressive megafauna. But Africa is also home to some fascinating urban...
Best Places and Tourist Attractions To Visit in and Around Mombasa
Mombasa is a fabulous city. At one level, it’s an incredible destination for its own sake. It’s a dynamic Swahili city filled with fascinating architecture, friendly people, and some first-rate attractions. But it’s also a gateway town for...
10 of the Best Ngorongoro Crater Lodges & Camps
Accommodation at Ngorongoro is plentiful and it mostly falls into one of two broad geographic categories. Pride of place goes to a select handful of...
Top 10 Conservancies in Kenya
Put simply, a conservancy is a private or community-managed wildlife reserve, but the real meaning is more complex. There are a few different kinds of wildlife conservancy in Kenya. Firstly there are privately run ones that are often...