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Moukalaba-Doudou: Gabon's hidden gem
Why visit Gabon? Those looking for unspoiled nature and truly remote wildlife viewing opportunities…
Why visit Lake Naivasha?
Are you planning a safari to Kenya? Safari destinations such as Masai Mara, Samburu, Nairobi Nation…
Kordofan giraffe
The Kordofan giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum, is a subspecies of the northern giraffe Gi…
Amazing meerkats
Despite UK television adverts, meerkats don’t have an uncanny ability to help people find good car …
Africa's giraffe subspecies
Do you know your African giraffe? The giraffe, the silent one of Africa’s open plains, grass and wo…
The dangerous seven wildlife
An erroneous safari query is the genesis of this post. Not long ago, we received an email from som…
Are genets really cats?
What is a genet cat? A cat-like carnivore with a leopard pattern—the genet is a unique critter that…
Red Chilli Hideaway
Visitors to Uganda looking for more than just a place to rest and rewind will want to consider Red …
Guhonda and Sabyinyo gorillas
Update: 2021 marks Guhonda's 50th birthday, which is quite the milestone. Word from Volcanoes Natio…
Where to see reticulated giraffes on safari
Giraffes, symbols of African safari wildlife, get far less media coverage than their counterparts—e…
Kilimanjaro's most popular routes
Kilimanjaro is among the most popular tourist destinations in Tanzania. Depending on the resource, …
Giving the gift of light
Why does one go on safari in Africa? To enjoy exquisite wildlife not found elsewhere? To experience…
Mountain gorilla permits 2021
Trekking mountain gorillas is an exhilarating activity that can only be experienced in three countr…
Flying to South Africa post-pandemic
Travel to Africa—it’s finally becoming a reality again for US travelers who’ve been patiently, and …
Uganda discounts park entrance fees
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has discounted gorilla trekking prices through June 30, 2021. F…