Africa Travel Guides
Practical, in-depth guides to help you plan a better trip — when to go on safari, how destinations compare, what to see in 48 hours, and the visa detail you need before you fly.
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Latest Guides
The Great Migration: When and Where to See It
A practical month-by-month guide to the great migration across the Serengeti and Masai Mara, covering when to go, where the herds are, costs and how long to stay.
Victoria Falls: Zambia or Zimbabwe Side?
A practical comparison of the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides of Victoria Falls, covering views, seasons, Devil's Pool, the KAZA visa, activities and how to visit both.
The Best Time for an African Safari
The best time for an African safari depends on region and priorities. We compare the classic dry season with the lush green season and break the year down month by month.
Kruger National Park Safari Guide
Everything you need to plan a Kruger National Park safari in South Africa, from self-drive routes and rest camps to the private reserves, Big Five sightings and the best season to go.
Cape Town in 48 Hours: The Perfect Weekend
Two days in the Mother City, planned hour by hour: Table Mountain at dawn, the V&A Waterfront, Bo-Kaap, then the Cape Peninsula drive to Cape Point and the Boulders penguins.
Mozambique's Islands: Bazaruto & Quirimbas
A practical guide to Mozambique's Indian Ocean islands, comparing the Bazaruto and Quirimbas archipelagos, with honest advice on costs, diving, safety and the best time to visit.
Lesotho Travel Guide: The Kingdom in the Sky
A practical guide to Lesotho, the mountain kingdom enclosed by South Africa, covering the Sani Pass, Maletsunyane Falls, Afriski, Basotho culture and when to visit.
Safari & Wildlife
Where and when to see Africa's wildlife — migrations, the Big Five, parks, and the timing that makes or breaks a safari.
The Great Migration: When and Where to See It
A practical month-by-month guide to the great migration across the Serengeti and Masai Mara, covering when to go, where the herds are, costs and how long to stay.
The Best Time for an African Safari
The best time for an African safari depends on region and priorities. We compare the classic dry season with the lush green season and break the year down month by month.
Kruger National Park Safari Guide
Everything you need to plan a Kruger National Park safari in South Africa, from self-drive routes and rest camps to the private reserves, Big Five sightings and the best season to go.
Destination Guides
Deep, practical guides to Africa's signature places — what to see, how it compares, and how to plan it.
Victoria Falls: Zambia or Zimbabwe Side?
A practical comparison of the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides of Victoria Falls, covering views, seasons, Devil's Pool, the KAZA visa, activities and how to visit both.
Mozambique's Islands: Bazaruto & Quirimbas
A practical guide to Mozambique's Indian Ocean islands, comparing the Bazaruto and Quirimbas archipelagos, with honest advice on costs, diving, safety and the best time to visit.
Likoma Island: A Guide to Lake Malawi's Hidden Isle
A warm, practical guide to Likoma Island, the remote Malawian enclave in Lake Malawi famed for its vast cathedral, clear water, cichlid-rich reefs and the Kaya Mawa lodge.
Country Guides
Country-level overviews covering highlights, logistics, visas, and the practical detail you need before you go.
Lesotho Travel Guide: The Kingdom in the Sky
A practical guide to Lesotho, the mountain kingdom enclosed by South Africa, covering the Sani Pass, Maletsunyane Falls, Afriski, Basotho culture and when to visit.
Kenya Visa & eTA Guide for Travellers
Kenya replaced its visa system with an Electronic Travel Authorisation in 2024. This guide explains who needs an eTA, how to apply officially, what it costs and how to avoid common mistakes.
Malawi Travel Guide: The Warm Heart of Africa
A complete guide to Malawi, the Warm Heart of Africa: when to go, how to combine Lake Malawi, the highlands and restored wildlife reserves, plus visas, money and health advice.
Itineraries
Day-by-day routes and short-stay plans that turn a destination into a workable trip.
Cape Town in 48 Hours: The Perfect Weekend
Two days in the Mother City, planned hour by hour: Table Mountain at dawn, the V&A Waterfront, Bo-Kaap, then the Cape Peninsula drive to Cape Point and the Boulders penguins.
Stone Town in 48 Hours: A Zanzibar Walking Guide
A warm, walkable two-day plan for Stone Town, Zanzibar: carved doors and alleyways, the sobering slave market, Forodhani food stalls, a spice farm and a dhow at sunset.
The Garden Route: A Self-Drive Itinerary
A day-by-day self-drive guide to South Africa's Garden Route, from Mossel Bay through Wilderness, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay to the forests of Tsitsikamma, with timing and detours.
Photography
Location, timing, and kit guides for photographing Africa's most striking landscapes and wildlife.
