Safari & Wildlife Guides
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.
Hwange National Park: Zimbabwe's Elephant Stronghold
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest reserve on the Kalahari's edge, draws tens of thousands of elephants to its pumped waterholes each dry season near Victoria Falls.
Mana Pools: Walking, Canoeing and Wild Dogs
A practical guide to Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe: walking safaris, Zambezi canoe trips, famous elephants and painted dogs, plus the best time to visit and how to get there.
Madikwe Game Reserve: Malaria-Free Big Five Safari
A practical guide to Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa's malaria-free Big Five safari near Johannesburg, with strong wild dog viewing and family-friendly, all-inclusive lodges.
Gorilla Trekking in Uganda & Rwanda: A Complete Guide
Everything you need to plan mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and the DRC, from permit prices and booking to fitness, packing and the unforgettable hour itself.
Samburu National Reserve: Kenya's Wild North
Samburu National Reserve is a semi-arid wilderness in Kenya's rugged north, famous for its dry-country Special Five, river-loving elephants and strong Samburu cultural heritage.
Gonarezhou National Park: Zimbabwe's Wild Frontier
Gonarezhou is Zimbabwe's wild, low-volume second park in the south-eastern lowveld, home to the Chilojo Cliffs, big elephant herds and a remarkable conservation recovery.
South Luangwa: Home of the Walking Safari
South Luangwa National Park in eastern Zambia is the birthplace of the walking safari and one of Africa's finest places for leopard. Here's how to plan your trip.
Sabi Sands: The Leopard Capital of Africa
Sabi Sands is the private reserve bordering Kruger that is widely rated the world's best place to see leopard. Here is how a safari works, what it costs and when to go.