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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 – 22 August 2025
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 – 15 August 2025
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 – 08 August 2025
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
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
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
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
Simien Mountains National Park
Simien Mountain National Park in Ethiopia offers a cornucopia of experiences – Simien wolves, endemic ibex, geladas and breathtaking trekking
The best places to see wild lions in Africa
For the best chance of seeing lions in the wild, head to one of Africa’s top lion hotspots – as recommended by AG safari experts
Saving Hoedspruit’s leopards
Discover how the Ingwe Research Program studies Hoedspruit’s 140 leopards, using citizen science to track leopards & boost their conservation
Lion collars & photographers in Hwange
Our Photographer of the Year 2024 winners headed on a Hwange conservation safari, handing over lion collars & visiting community projects, and exploring the wilds of Zimbabwe
Busanga Plains
Discover safari destination Busanga Plains, a hidden gem in Zambia’s Kafue NP – home to lions, lechwe, rare birds, & breathtaking wilderness
Addo Elephant National Park
From relaxed elephants to hard-working dung beetles, Addo Elephant National Park is a conservation marvel packed with wildlife, adventure, and history.
The best places to see leopards in Africa
Want to spot leopards on your next safari? Here are the top destinations for seeing this elusive member of the Big 5
New hope for Tsavo’s wild dogs
Tsavo’s African wild dogs face major threats. Tsavo Trust & Painted Wolf Foundation are working to save these painted dogs. Here’s how
Kingsley Holgate’s Afrika Odyssey – the finale, with rhinos
Kingsley Holgate’s Afrika Odyssey expedition connected all African Parks’ protected areas. As a finale they visited the rhinos at AP’s Rhino Rewild HQ
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
Chinko – Phoenix rising
Kingsley Holgate & the Afrika Odyssey team are connecting 22 African Parks protected areas. Read about their trip to Chinko, Central African Republic
Marakele National Park
Marakele in South Africa’s Waterberg is a Big-5, malaria-free biodiversity extravaganza, & home to one of the world’s largest Cape vulture colonies
W and Pendjari, Benin
Kingsley Holgate & the Afrika Odyssey team are connecting 22 African Parks protected areas. Read about their trips to Pendjari and W in Benin
Budongo Central Forest Reserve
Budongo Central Forest Reserve is Uganda’s hidden gem – home to stunning biodiversity, chimpanzees & an unforgettable forest experience
Mashatu: Land of giants
Botswana’s Mashatu is home to giant vistas, elephants, cats & birdlife. Discover Mashatu’s magic through the photos of Roger & Pat de la Harpe
Ennedi energy
Kingsley Holgate & the Afrika Odyssey expedition are connecting 22 African Parks protected areas. Read about their trip to Ennedi, Chad
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
