Malaria-free safari ideas; how AI is shaping giraffe conservation; & 2 handcrafted South African journeys for families & first-time travellers
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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
THIS WEEK – 5 December 2025
South Luangwa & Nsefu safari planner; Africa’s forest elephant numbers clarified; and a reckoning for the sustainable wildlife industry
South Luangwa and Nsefu: Zambia’s safari classic
Your safari guide to South Luangwa & Nsefu, Zambia: game drives & walking safaris, predator-rich wilderness, top camps, & Luangwa River magic
THIS WEEK – 28 November
Botswana’s elephant-hunting quotas decoded; the rhythm of a safari day; + 2 unforgettable trips – Mashatu meets MalaMala & Botswana adventure
Your guide to a typical day on safari in Africa
Experience a full day on safari, from sunrise sightings to starlit nights, and discover what wildlife and moments each part of the day offers
THIS WEEK – 21 November 2025
Botswana’s zebra migrations, Gonarezhou’s wide-ranging elephants, luxury safaris in Botswana and Tanzania, and leopards return to West Coast
Botswana’s zebra migrations
Explore Botswana’s spectacular zebra migrations, tracing ancient routes & seasonal movements across the Salt Pans, Okavango Delta & Chobe
THIS WEEK – 13 November 2025
Plan your Okavango Delta safari, discover how cheetah mothers outsmart the seasons, and find Black Friday savings on your Okavango safari
Okavango Delta safari planning guide
Plan your Okavango Delta safari: when to go, where to stay and how to experience Botswana’s iconic inland oasis in intimate camps
This week – 7 November 2025
Truffle-hunting gorillas, Africa’s 10 great migrations, giraffes’ long-legged secret, rhino horn uproar & 2 unforgettable safaris
10 African wildlife migrations
Witness Africa’s greatest animal migrations – from wildebeest, to bats, to whales – and discover how responsible travel helps protect these wild journeys.
THIS WEEK – 31 October 2025
Africa’s 10 cat species, refer & earn $1,000, declining Migration wildebeest herds, 2 Serengeti safaris
The 10 cat species of Africa
Discover Africa’s ten cat species, from lions and leopards to elusive small cats, their habitats, behaviours, and conservation challenges
This week – 24 October 2025
Serengeti travel guide, Cape wildlife corridors, lost chimp traditions & 2 handcrafted Victoria Falls safaris, featuring the Winelands, Kruger and Chobe
Visit the Serengeti
The vast Serengeti in northern Tanzania is home to an extraordinary amount of wildlife and plays host to the greatest show on Earth – the Great Migration
THIS WEEK – 17 October 2025
Forest elephants shape Africa’s ebony forests, Lake Malawi’s hidden beauty, AI’s wildlife fakery & 2 unforgettable African safari options
Lake Malawi – freshwater beach & island paradise
Lake Malawi is one of Africa’s best-kept travel secrets – a freshwater lake surrounded by gorgeous beaches, islands and biodiversity with endless opportunities for fun and relaxation.
THIS WEEK – 10 October 2025
Elephant management debates in Greater Kruger, Cape safaris, Mara photographic safari & lion cub hope in Cameroon
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
THIS WEEK – 3 October 2025
World-class wildlife photography, chimp conservation at Tacaguma, Odzala romance, plus 2 handcrafted safaris through Southern Africa
Saving Sierra Leone’s chimpanzees: Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary leads Sierra Leone’s fight for chimp conservation – an inspiring story shaping the future of Africa’s chimps
THIS WEEK – 26 September 2025
The Great Migration’s fragile balance, wild dog safari hotspots, 2 handcrafted dream safaris & chimps with a taste for booze
The 6 top places to see wild dogs (painted wolves) in Africa
Longing to see African wild dogs? Here are the six best spots to see painted wolves in Africa – for your next safari with us
The Great Migration debate: Guarding the golden goose
The Great Migration is more than river crossings. Adam Bannister exposes overtourism’s risks and calls for ethical, conservation-first safaris
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
The Madikwe elephant dilemma
To cull or not to cull? Madikwe faces an elephant crisis that forces conservation discussions about culling, hunting and tourism. Expert Roger Collinson unpacks the trade-offs and stakes
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
Kunene’s hope for renewal
Rains in Kunene spark hope: wildlife returns, communities rebuild, and conservancies lead recovery in this Namibian desert frontier
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
Limpopo National Park
Explore wild beauty, 4×4 trails, rare wildlife & local culture in Mozambique’s Limpopo National Park – part of a visionary peace park
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
Nsumbu National Park
Discover Nsumbu National Park – a remote Zambian wilderness reborn, where wildlife thrives and Lake Tanganyika meets untamed beauty
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
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
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
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
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
West Coast National Park
Discover South Africa’s West Coast National Park – wildflowers, whales, ancient footprints & epic birding just 90 minutes from Cape Town
Best photographic hotspots in Namibia
Capture the most photogenic landscapes of Namibia – from Sossusvlei to Fish River Canyon – with this essential guide for nature photographers
