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THIS WEEK – 19 September 2025

Madikwe’s elephant dilemma; Rwanda’s rarities; a dream African safari to Cape Town, Okavango Delta; and an epic Serengeti Migration holiday

Trek for mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park

Volcanoes National Park is a leading gorilla trekking destination in Africa. This volcanic landscape offers stunning scenery & biodiversity

THIS WEEK – 12 September 2025

Are sustainable safaris real? We also bring you our comprehensive Victoria Falls guide + an epic safari to see Madagascar’s wild wonders

Victoria Falls – the smoke that thunders

Victoria Falls, the smoke that thunders, is the world’s largest waterfall: a breathtaking African safari destination of myth, magic & romance

THIS WEEK – 5 September 2025

Dunes, elephants, turtles & reefs in Maputo NP; wild dog diets decoded; luxury Zambia safaris; and Hwange lion collar update

Maputo National Park

Discover Mozambique’s Maputo National Park – a wild mosaic of elephants, dunes, forests, reefs, and turtle-nesting beaches

THIS WEEK – 29 August 2025

Best bush & beach safaris; IUCN recognises 4 giraffe species; the true soul of a safari; Kenya highlights + classic Tanzania safaris

Ultimate bush and beach combo safaris

Bush or beach? There’s no need to choose! We bring you the best combo safaris featuring epic beach & bush destinations for the ultimate African holiday

THIS WEEK

Odzala gorillas – habituated vs wild encounters; Kunene renewal; Captive lion farming probe; Zululand bush & beach safari; Ultimate Kafue

THIS WEEK

Rare Barrydale redfin & river health; 9 water safaris; Okavango wild dog drama; Southern Africa mega safari & Malawi’s conservation gems

Nine legendary safaris on Africa’s wild waters

Africa’s rivers, streams and lakes are its lifeblood. Here’s our list of some of our favourite water safaris on the continent

THIS WEEK

Trophy hunting backlash: Blondie the lion + our CEO’s editorial; Paul Funston’s bold lion op-ed; 11 walking safaris; & gorilla trekking in Odzala

11 top walking safaris

Walking in the bushveld with an experienced guide is a great way to learn about the detail of nature. Here are 11 top walking safaris

THIS WEEK

Safari season secrets revealed; bonobo power dynamics decoded; wild Limpopo NP explored; and two unforgettable safaris

THIS WEEK

Another collared lion trophy hunted in Hwange; 10 safari sundowner spots ; epic Madagascar & Rwanda safaris; and Mara crossing chaos

Trophy hunted: Another Hwange collared pride male lion

Blondie, a collared pride male lion in Zimbabwe’s Hwange area, has been trophy hunted after being baited, leaving behind 10 cubs

Africa’s 10 most sublime sundowner spots

Sundowner, anyone? We reveal our top 10 sundowner spots in Africa – best enjoyed with exotic cocktails and delicious snacks

THIS WEEK

Another Botswana super tusker trophy hunted; Zambia’s lakefront Nsumbu wilderness; 2 dreamy safaris from bush to beach

Trophy hunted: another Botswana tusker

Another Botswana tusker has been trophy hunted in Northern Botswana, in NG42 – a hunting concession managed by Johan Calitz Safaris

THIS WEEK

Op ed calls out African safari influencer culture; Tanzania’s safari circuits; 2 dream Kenya safaris; & protecting Tsavo’s tuskers

The safari circuits of Tanzania

Tanzania is a bucket list destination for safari enthusiasts & wildlife lovers. Here’s the lowdown on its four unique safari circuits

THIS WEEK

Cheetahs sprint & zebras thrive in South Africa’s Mountain Zebra NP; can commercial parrot breeding reduce wild capture? + 2 Zambia safaris

Mountain Zebra National Park

Cheetahs sprint & Cape mountain zebras thrive in Mountain Zebra NP – a South African Karoo gem, rich in wildlife, views & conservation wins

THIS WEEK

Join a VIP wildlife translocation safari with African Parks; leopard hunting expose; guide to mountain gorillas; + bucket-list Rwanda safari

The mountain gorilla: gentle giants

Everything you need to know about the Mountain gorilla—habitat, behaviour, threats, and how to see them on an African safari

Leopards in the crosshairs: how trophy hunters are gunning for Africa’s elusive cats

Trophy hunters are targeting Africa’s leopards. A new report reveals the true cost of killing the cats we can’t afford to lose

THIS WEEK

Will rhino dehorning save rhinos? Great Wildebeest Migration explained; safaris to wild Botswana; and shifting baselines in conservation

How and when to experience the Great Wildebeest Migration

The Great Wildebeest Migration is the quintessential African safari experience. Here’s our detailed guide on everything you need to know

THIS WEEK

We have a winner…. This week, we announce the winners of Photographer of the Year 2025. Plus, check out our 5 incredible African safari ideas

Photographer of the Year 2025 Winners

We have a winner! Announcing the winner, runners-up and highly commended photos from Photographer of the Year 2025!

THIS WEEK

Trophy hunting on the cards for Madikwe & Pilanesberg; understanding Okavango Delta; & a Southern African wild dog safari

Understanding the Okavango Delta

The Okavango Delta is an enormous watery oasis, home to an astonishing variety of wildlife and host to some of the best Botswana safaris

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