Giraffe are one of Africa's most mesmerising animals. Spotting a head peering over the top of an acacia tree or admiring the effortless ease with which they canter across the plains never fails to delight. They are rarer than many would think, with current estimates suggesting around 117,000 individuals - ... Read more
Tucked in the southwest corner of Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park is 1,019 sq km of pristine tropical rainforest, stretching from the bottom of Lake Albert down to the border of Burundi. A mosaic of towering mountains, great lakes, dappled savannahs, misty marshlands and deep valleys, Nyungwe is one of Africa’s ... Read more
What are the differences between national parks, national reserves, concessions and conservancies? There are many ways in which land is managed for wildlife throughout Africa and by choosing to go on safari you help to support the conservation of wildlife and wild places, and the livelihoods of local people and ... Read more
Embarking on a safari is a thrilling adventure, a chance to witness the majestic beauty of wildlife in their natural habitats. By choosing to go on safari you are not just investing in an unforgettable experience, a percentage of the cost of your holiday goes into the communites, conservation and ... Read more
'Eco' and 'conservation' are big words in the safari industry right now, with camps and lodges keenly aware of the need to protect the delicate environments in which they operate. There are myriad interesting schemes on the ground - the following is just a small snapshot of some that have ... Read more
Embarking on a family safari is exciting and exhilarating and watching your children’s first encounter with wildlife is a wonderful experience. There are many layers to a safari beyond pure wildlife viewing with opportunities to delve deeper and learn about local communities, culture, and conservation. A conservation-focused holiday in Africa ... Read more
A round up of Gorilla Trekking FAQ's in Rwanda Gorilla treking in Rwanda is extremely easy going for safari beginners, you can accomplish it in a long weekend. Our clients have gorilla trekked on honeymoon, as a graduation holiday, an add on to a classic family safari, a long weekend ... Read more
Everyone loves mountain gorillas. They live in a landscape akin to Eden, along the Western, or Albertine Rift, in one of Africa’s most biodiverse regions. In this haven of rainforest endemism the most celebrated wild mammal is the iconic mountain gorilla of the Virunga Massif. Spending half of the day ... Read more
The Gorilla Countries There are many more things to see and do in these two countries than gorillas, but they share a border and national parks that are home to this incredible primate. The two countries have incredibly lush landscapes with rich black soil that nourishes plenty of fruit and ... Read more
Saba Douglas-Hamilton is an anthropologist, elephant conservationist and safari camp owner in Samburu, Kenya. Ahead of her UK tour in April, we asked our Facebook fans to suggest some questions for Saba. Here are the Q&A's. When is the best time to visit Samburu to see elephants – are there ... Read more
