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African Wildlife Calendar: What to See and When

African Wildlife Calendar: What to See and When

What Is the Best Time of Year to See Wildlife in Africa? The best time to see wildlife in Africa depends on the destination, species and type of safari experience you’re looking for. The dry season (broadly May–October across Southern…

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Solo Safari Guide: Is Africa Safe for Solo Travellers?

Solo Safari Guide: Is Africa Safe for Solo Travellers?

Is Africa Safe for a Solo Safari? Yes — a solo safari in Africa can be a safe and rewarding way to travel when you stay at reputable lodges and reserves and plan your itinerary carefully. The private game reserve…

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Fly-In Safari Guide: What to Expect on a Bush Plane Transfer

Fly-In Safari Guide: What to Expect on a Bush Plane Transfer

What Is a Fly-In Safari? A fly-in safari uses small light aircraft — typically 5–12 seat Cessna, Pilatus PC-12, or similar — to transfer between remote lodges and safari destinations that are inaccessible by road or would require many hours…

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African Safari Health Guide: Malaria, Vaccinations and Medical Preparation

African Safari Health Guide: Malaria, Vaccinations and Medical Preparation

What Health Preparations Do You Need for an African Safari? Thorough health preparation is essential for an African safari. The key areas are malaria prevention, recommended vaccinations, travel insurance including medical evacuation cover, and basic medical kit preparation. Consult a…

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Africa Safari Visa Guide: Entry Requirements for South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania and Botswana

Africa Safari Visa Guide: Entry Requirements for South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania and Botswana

Do You Need a Visa for an African Safari? Visa requirements for Africa’s main safari destinations vary significantly by passport. Most Western passport holders (US, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, New Zealand) can enter South Africa, Botswana, Kenya, and Tanzania with…

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Safari Tipping Guide: What to Tip in Africa

Safari Tipping Guide: What to Tip in Africa

This safari tipping guide helps you plan for gratuities for guides, trackers and camp staff. Find suggested amounts, practical advice and country considerations, then confirm your lodge’s recommendations before travelling. Do You Need to Tip on an African Safari? Yes…

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Safari Photography Guide: How to Photograph African Wildlife

Safari Photography Guide: How to Photograph African Wildlife

Great safari photography starts with understanding your camera, working with the light and anticipating wildlife behaviour. This guide covers cameras, lenses, useful settings and practical tips to help you capture memorable images of African wildlife. What Camera Do You Need…

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Gorilla Trekking Guide: Uganda and Rwanda Safari 2026

Gorilla Trekking Guide: Uganda and Rwanda Safari 2026

What Is Gorilla Trekking? Gorilla trekking is a guided wildlife experience in which small groups of visitors hike through mountain forest to spend one hour with a habituated family of wild mountain gorillas. It is widely regarded as one of…

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The Great Wildebeest Migration: Complete Planning Guide 2026

The Great Wildebeest Migration: Complete Planning Guide 2026

What Is the Great Wildebeest Migration? The Great Wildebeest Migration is the world’s largest land animal movement — approximately 1.5 million wildebeest, 500,000 zebra, and 200,000 Thomson’s gazelle move in a continuous annual loop between Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai…

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Kenya vs South Africa Safari: Which Is Better for You?

Kenya vs South Africa Safari: Which Is Better for You?

Is Kenya or South Africa Better for Safari? Kenya and South Africa are Africa’s two most visited safari destinations, and both deliver exceptional wildlife experiences — but they cater to different traveller profiles. Kenya is synonymous with the Great Wildebeest…

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