Journey into the Wild

13/08/2026

South Africa's Thula ESV: the first purpose-built electric game drive vehicle hits production

Do tourists stress safari animals? What a year of dung samples reveals

Conservation Efforts

11/08/2026

Do tourists stress safari animals? What a year of dung samples reveals

How 292 Rwandans are building a conservation economy around Volcanoes National Park

Conservation Efforts

08/08/2026

How 292 Rwandans are building a conservation economy around Volcanoes National Park

Safari photography hides: where to sit still and let the wildlife come to you

Photography Tips

20/08/2026

Safari photography hides: where to sit still and let the wildlife come to you

Spotlight

September in Southern Africa: the shoulder-season window that rewards the flexible traveler

03/08/2026

September in Southern Africa: the shoulder-season window that rewards the flexible traveler

Why September in Southern Africa is the smartest shoulder-season month for couples seeking value, dry-season wildlife viewing and quieter, design-led safari experiences.

Paddle, drift, watch: why a canoe safari on the Zambezi delivers what a game drive cannot

31/07/2026

Paddle, drift, watch: why a canoe safari on the Zambezi delivers what a game drive cannot

Plan a canoe safari on the Zambezi River with this practical guide for solo travellers and safari fans, covering Lower Zambezi routes, Mana Pools, fitness, safety and multi-day wild camping.

The person behind the binoculars: what makes a safari guide worth remembering

Safety Guidelines

27/07/2026

The person behind the binoculars: what makes a safari guide worth remembering

Learn how to choose a safari guide in Africa for a safe, enriching family trip. Understand qualifications, specialist skills, safety briefings and what to ask lodges in South and East Africa.

Rwanda or Uganda for gorilla trekking: what the permit price does not tell you

05/08/2026

Rwanda or Uganda for gorilla trekking: what the permit price does not tell you

Compare gorilla trekking in Rwanda vs Uganda for families: trek length, Bwindi vs Volcanoes terrain, current permit price ranges, logistics, best seasons, and how to choose the right gorilla experience for your East Africa safari.

Walking safaris: what changes when you leave the vehicle behind

07/07/2026

Walking safaris: what changes when you leave the vehicle behind

Discover how a walking safari in Africa feels on foot, from expert guides and safety standards to the best parks, fitness requirements, and itinerary ideas for immersive bush walks.

Safari cuisine after colonialism: what belongs on the plate and who decides

Local Cultures

Value safaris beyond the Big Five: when the wildlife you didn't plan for makes the trip

04/07/2026

Safari cuisine after colonialism: what belongs on the plate and who decides

How decolonised safari cuisine is reshaping African lodge menus, from veldkool and millet to local supply chains, guest expectations and conservation-focused food stories.

Budgeting Tips

30/06/2026

Value safaris beyond the Big Five: when the wildlife you didn't plan for makes the trip

Discover how to plan a value-focused African safari that goes beyond a Big Five checklist, with concrete examples from Hwange, Ruaha and greater Kruger, real conservation data and practical tips for business travellers.

Safari spa and wellness retreats: where to combine game drives with genuine restoration

09/07/2026

Safari spa and wellness retreats: where to combine game drives with genuine restoration

Discover how to plan a safari spa and wellness retreat in Africa, from digital detox lodges and yoga-focused camps to integrated wildlife and spa itineraries for couples and solo travelers.

The camera changes the safari: how photography is reshaping where lodges build and what guides prioritise

Wildlife Hotspots

25/06/2026

The camera changes the safari: how photography is reshaping where lodges build and what guides prioritise

Discover how wildlife photography is reshaping African safaris, from lodge design and guiding ethics to smartphone snaps, bookings, and conservation impact.

Botswana to Zambia by road: building a cross-border safari without a tour operator

23/06/2026

Botswana to Zambia by road: building a cross-border safari without a tour operator

Plan a Botswana–Zambia cross-border safari via the Kazungula Bridge, combining Chobe, Victoria Falls and either South Luangwa or Lower Zambezi with practical self-drive tips, park-fee guidance and seasonal advice.

Akagera National Park: why Rwanda's Big Five comeback deserves more than a stopover

Malaria-free safari destinations: where to see big game without the prophylaxis debate

19/06/2026

Akagera National Park: why Rwanda's Big Five comeback deserves more than a stopover

Discover how Akagera National Park in Rwanda rebounded from near collapse to a Big Five safari destination, with African Parks and the Rwanda Development Board driving conservation, solo-friendly safaris and Lake Ihema boat trips.

27/06/2026

Malaria-free safari destinations: where to see big game without the prophylaxis debate

Plan a malaria-conscious family safari in Africa with this guide to low-risk, malaria-free style reserves in South Africa, seasonal malaria patterns, itinerary ideas, and practical advice on consulting current WHO and national health guidance.

When the conservancy belongs to the community: why ownership changes everything on safari

Conservation Efforts

13/06/2026

When the conservancy belongs to the community: why ownership changes everything on safari

Discover how community-owned conservancies in Kenya and across Africa are reshaping safaris, from Naboisho’s lease model in the Masai Mara to women-led guiding in Laikipia, with data-backed insights on income, governance and conservation impact.

Auberge Collection lands in Tanzania: nine camps, 242,000 hectares, and a 'slow safari' manifesto

12/06/2026

Auberge Collection lands in Tanzania: nine camps, 242,000 hectares, and a 'slow safari' manifesto

Auberge Collection debuts nine Tanzania safari camps over 242,000 hectares, uniting Legendary Expeditions and Chem Chem Safari under a slow safari, conservation-led model.

The real cost of a safari: a line-by-line breakdown no tour operator publishes

Budgeting Tips

20/06/2026

The real cost of a safari: a line-by-line breakdown no tour operator publishes

Understand how African safari costs really work for families. See a full cost breakdown from flights to park fees, a worked example itinerary, and practical tips to plan a mid-range or luxury safari budget with confidence.

Kirkman’s Kamp: a historic safari lodge on the sand river in Sabi Sand

19/08/2026

Kirkman’s Kamp: a historic safari lodge on the sand river in Sabi Sand

Discover Kirkman’s Kamp, a historic Sabi Sand safari lodge above the Sand River near Kruger National Park, with classic homestead charm, reliable Big Five viewing and easy access via Skukuza (SZK) and Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP).

Lolelunga: inside Zambia's first fully enclosed private reserve on the Lunga River

Discover Lolelunga Private Reserve in northern Kafue, a fenced Zambia safari destination focused on rewilding, community-based conservation, and low-density, high-impact wildlife travel.

From the Maasai kitchen to the lodge table: how culinary safaris are reshaping East African travel

Local Cultures

12/06/2026

From the Maasai kitchen to the lodge table: how culinary safaris are reshaping East African travel

How culinary safaris in East Africa are reshaping safari travel, from Maasai kitchens and markets to decolonised lodge menus and community-led food journeys.

Kings Camp South Africa: an elegant safari lodge in the Timbavati bush

13/08/2026

Kings Camp South Africa: an elegant safari lodge in the Timbavati bush

Discover Kings Camp South Africa, a luxury Timbavati safari lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park, with Big Five game drives, walking safaris, an underground hide and strong conservation credentials.

Planning an infinity level Galápagos yacht safari on the official Infinity website

Discover how the Infinity Galápagos yacht combines small-ship luxury, expert guiding, and strict conservation standards to create a true ocean safari through Santa Cruz, Isabela, Genovesa, and other iconic Galápagos islands.

by Chloé-Anne Beaumont

Nigeria's new wildlife law raises the bar for endangered species protection across West Africa

Kaktovik Alaska polar bear tours: immersive wildlife viewing in the high Arctic

30/01/2026

Kaktovik Alaska polar bear tours: immersive wildlife viewing in the high Arctic

A practical victoria falls map for safari travelers and river explorers

Editing Techniques

20/02/2026

A practical victoria falls map for safari travelers and river explorers

The hum replacing the diesel roar: what electric game drive vehicles mean for the safari you know

Eco-friendly Travel

17/07/2026

The hum replacing the diesel roar: what electric game drive vehicles mean for the safari you know

Planning the best time to visit Victoria Falls for water, wildlife and adventure

23/02/2026

Planning the best time to visit Victoria Falls for water, wildlife and adventure

Wilderness Mara opens where Little Governors' once stood: what the Mara Triangle gains and what it loses

20/07/2026

Wilderness Mara opens where Little Governors' once stood: what the Mara Triangle gains and what it loses

Okavango Delta in 2026: why this year's flood levels promise exceptional mokoro safaris

25/05/2026

Okavango Delta in 2026: why this year's flood levels promise exceptional mokoro safaris

A closer look at tarantula anatomy: structure, function, and adaptation

25/01/2026

A closer look at tarantula anatomy: structure, function, and adaptation

Jaci's Private Lodge reopens in Madikwe: what the rebuild reveals about the future of family-owned safari

13/07/2026

Jaci's Private Lodge reopens in Madikwe: what the rebuild reveals about the future of family-owned safari

Mutualism in the savanna: how ants and acacia trees shape wildlife relationships

02/02/2026

Mutualism in the savanna: how ants and acacia trees shape wildlife relationships

The journey of animals after death: understanding where animals go when they die

31/01/2026

The journey of animals after death: understanding where animals go when they die

Sea otter vs sea lion: understanding the differences between two iconic marine mammals

21/01/2026

Sea otter vs sea lion: understanding the differences between two iconic marine mammals

The July wild dog denning season: why this is the best window to see Africa's most endangered predator

11/07/2026

The July wild dog denning season: why this is the best window to see Africa's most endangered predator

After dark on safari: where night drives are permitted and what you will find when the spotlight clicks on

24/07/2026

After dark on safari: where night drives are permitted and what you will find when the spotlight clicks on

July on the Mara River: a practical guide to witnessing the Great Migration crossing

02/07/2026

July on the Mara River: a practical guide to witnessing the Great Migration crossing

Peak dry season in Southern Africa: where the water dries up and the wildlife concentrates

16/06/2026

Peak dry season in Southern Africa: where the water dries up and the wildlife concentrates

Safari Destinations

A refined guide to the safari Big Five in Kenya’s legendary savannahs

01/08/2026

A refined guide to the safari Big Five in Kenya’s legendary savannahs

Discover how to plan a safari Big Five Kenya itinerary, from Masai Mara river crossings and the best seasons for sightings to ethical travel tips and up-to-date Kenya Wildlife Service conservation insights.

Kalahari desert lion: an intimate look at Africa’s most resilient big cats

Discover how Kalahari desert lions survive in one of Africa’s harshest landscapes, from black-maned adaptations and hunting behaviour to safari photography tips and up-to-date conservation insights.

Wildlife Photography

Planning the perfect wildlife photography pipeline for your next safari adventure

Learn how to design a practical wildlife photography pipeline for African safaris and Arctic expeditions, from hotspot planning and gear choices to ethical fieldcraft, data management, and storytelling.

African big game animals and the art of ethical safari encounters

Explore African big game animals with an ethical lens, from Big Five icons to plains game, and learn how to plan a conservation-focused safari.

Adventure Planning

Fly camping under African skies: how to pack for a minimalist safari night in the wild

An elegant south africa travel itinerary for safari, coast and city life

10/08/2026

An elegant south africa travel itinerary for safari, coast and city life

An elegant south africa travel itinerary for safari, wine and wild coasts

10/08/2026

An elegant south africa travel itinerary for safari, wine and wild coasts

An elegant guide to the most rewarding things to do in Big Bend National Park

07/08/2026

An elegant guide to the most rewarding things to do in Big Bend National Park

Wildlife Conservation

Into the gorilla wilderness: refined trekking, real conservation impact

Endangered Species

Unveiling the best adventures in odyssey: a journey through audio dramas and family storytelling

08/07/2026

Into the gorilla wilderness: refined trekking, real conservation impact

Discover how gorilla wilderness in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Congo functions as a living classroom for conservation. Learn about ethical gorilla trekking, permits, community benefits, and practical planning tips for a responsible primate safari.

Can wildlife tourism scale without loving nature to death?

Wildlife tourism is forecast to reach about $381 billion in value. Explore how to balance economic growth with conservation, from national parks to private conservancies, and what travellers can do to support truly sustainable safaris.

Safari Stories

Local Cultures