The ultimate guide to your African safari bucket list. Here are our choices of 15 top African wildlife experiences on the continent
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Capturing the spirit of Africa
Scott Ramsay’s Spirit of Africa explores the essence of the continent through powerful images, moving stories & a call to protect Africa’s wilderness
An unforgettable Maasai Mara safari
Kathy West’s trip to Maasai Mara for a week of slow-paced photography brought intimate wildlife encounters & a safari like no other
Zanzibar: the ultimate to-do list
Discover Zanzibar for an unforgettable island escape: idyllic beaches, vibrant culture, rich history, thrilling adventures, & must-see sites
Zambia’s hidden gems – part 2: Our Liuwa Plain safari
Photo travel diary: Liuwa Plain NP is another Zambian hidden gem, where thunderstorms transform plains into lush landscapes dense with wildlife
Zambia’s hidden gems – part 1: Busanga Plains, teeming with life
Photo travel diary: Busanga Plains, Kafue, is Zambia’s hidden gem. Lush landscapes, abundant wildlife & stunning photo ops await
Return to Africa’s heart – Afrika Odyssey expedition to Odzala-Kokoua
Kingsley Holgate & the Afrika Odyssey expedition are connecting 22 African Parks protected areas. Read about their trip to Odzala-Kokoua, Congo-Brazzaville
Africa by night – 12 nocturnal animals and where to find them
Experiencing nocturnal animals is a highlight of any African safari. Here are the top 12 nocturnal animals to seek, and where to find them.
Boundless Bangweulu
Bangweulu is a land of plenty: shoebills, black lechwes, swamps, plains, waters and skies. Sarah Kingdom explores this safari haven
Nyungwe: to the source of the Nile
Kingsley Holgate & his Afrika Odyssey team are connecting 22 African Parks protected areas. Read about their trip to Nyungwe NP, Rwanda
Africa on foot – 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
The incredible black leopard of Laikipia
Seeing a black leopard in the wild is an extraordinary feat. But Dan Peel has captured incredible photos of Laikipia’s now famous black panther. Check them out here.
The Great Wildebeest Migration
The Great Wildebeest Migration is the largest overland migration in the world. The magnificence of the event lies in its magnitude.
One-stop bush and beach safari
Bush or beach? There’s no need to choose, with these African safari destinations offering the best of both ocean & wildlife experiences
Nine legendary water safaris
Africa’s rivers, streams and lakes are its lifeblood. Here’s our list of some of our favourite water safaris on the continent
Africa’s must-visit mountain kingdoms
Here’s our list of Africa’s must-visit mountain kingdoms – discover their magnitude, scenery and the creatures that call them home
A Sabi Sands leopard safari
Jamie Paterson spends time with the famous leopards of Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, on a specialised leopard safari
Ultimate bush and beach combo safari
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
The best malaria-free safari destinations
Want to head on safari while avoiding the risk of malaria? Here’s our round-up of the best malaria-free safari destinations in South Africa
Walking with gorillas
Trekking through the ancient rainforests of Bwindi, Uganda to find mountain gorillas brings Ryan Biller face-to-face with a childhood dream
Dine out in the bushveld
No African safari is complete without a dining experience out in the wilderness. Here are our favourite spots to enjoy dining in the bushveld
Healing in Hwange
Can an African safari bring healing? Aaron Gekoski heads to Zimbabwe to explore Hwange and Matobo National Parks to find out
Africa under canvas
Camping in the bushveld is an immersive experience. Here are the best tented camps in Africa – from basic budget options to luxurious glamping
Northern Madagascar
Northern Madagascar – biodiversity, lush rainforests, mangroves, azure lagoons, palm-fringed beaches, lemurs and ferocious fossa
Sleep out under the stars
Stargazing under African skies from a comfortable bed will add magic to any safari. Here are our top spots for sleeping out under the stars
South and central Madagascar
South and central Madagascar is popular with tourists who enjoy the spiny forests, elegant sifakas, ring-tailed lemurs and desert canyons
The 7 best places to see leopards in Africa
Want to spot leopards on your next safari? Here are the 7 top destinations for seeing this elusive member of the Big 5
Africa’s 30 best swimming pools
Here’s our list of THE 30 best swimming pools in Africa – to round out your safari. Best views, best sightings, spots for sundowners & more!
6 beers to order on safari
Here’s our guide to the 6 best locally brewed beers from top-class breweries to enjoy on your African safari
The 6 top places to see painted wolves
Looking for the best place to see African painted wolves? We bring you six of our favourite spots to scout for wild dogs
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
The Central Kalahari Game Reserve in Botswana casts a spell upon her visitors – a true wilderness, both untamed and austerely beautiful
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
Time with super tuskers
Searching for super tuskers? We spotted three of these legendary elephants in one safari trip – here’s how we did it.
Safari time! Our favourite time of day
Between meals, cocktails, spa treatments and pool dips, when should you head into the wild? Here we recommend our favourite safari time
São Tomé & Príncipe – Africa’s undiscovered paradise
São Tomé and Príncipe – two islands off the west coast of Africa – brim with ecological marvels, captivating history, and welcoming people
Eastern Madagascar
A journey through eastern Madagascar is an adventure for endemic lemurs, birds, reptiles, pristine beaches and ancient forest
Western Madagascar
Western Madagascar boasts iconic images and creatures – fossas, lemurs galore, upside-down trees and rocks with teeth!
Madikwe adventure – a boy in the wild
My name is Luka and I am ten years old – I spent my school holidays learning what it’s like to work as a game ranger in Madikwe Game Reserve
Sensing Kenya – A blind woman’s safari
Imbar Golt is blind. Sensing Kenya, she experiences the wonders of Africa through the smells, sounds, tastes and feels of a camping safari
The Cape safari – off the beaten safari track
The Cape safari experience: fascinating wildlife and malaria-free protected spaces close to Cape Town and the Garden Route
Gombe and Mahale – the chimpanzee forests of Tanzania
Gombe & Mahale in Tanzania combine safari with chimpanzee trekking in the magic forests on the shores of Lake Tanganyika
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy – Kenya’s golden child
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya, is a haven for rare and wonderful wildlife that offers exclusive stunning safari experiences.
The Garden Route – South Africa’s ultimate road trip
The Garden Route is a dramatic meeting of mountains, gorges, forest and the Indian Ocean, interspersed by quaint, sleepy beach towns
Ghosts in the gorges – on the fugitives’ trail
Fugitives’ Drift is a rejuvenating getaway for heart and soul, where the hills breathe history and ghosts whisper in the moonlit gorges. The lodge is a haven of family hospitality in a breathtaking natural setting.
Samburu – home of the Samburu special 5
Samburu – an arid land steeped in rich tradition, where people, livestock, and wildlife thrive side by side, sharing precious resources.
In defense of (some) tourism
How do we rebuild travel after the trauma of 2020? Tourism is a conservation asset we can’t afford to lose and Africa is ahead of the game.
Cape Town – Mother City
Cape Town – the Mother City – offers a blend of a nature-lovers playground, modern city lifestyle, cultural diversity and foodie heaven
Zakouma National Park – jewel of the Sahel
Zakouma – a park returned to vibrant wilderness teeming with life, is a once-in-a-lifetime journey for travellers looking for safari adventure
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
Chobe National Park – Africa’s elephant Eden
Chobe National Park boasts the world’s highest elephant density, lush riverine woodland & vast dry savannas – embodying the safari spirit
