Mpox outbreak in Africa
We appreciate that recent news stories regarding the Mpox outbreak in Africa may cause fear if you plan a future trip to Africa. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified…
Combining Gorilla Trekking with an African safari
For many of us, an African safari is a true bucket list holiday. The ultimate wildlife experience involves observing wildlife in vast open plains, rivers teeming with hippos and crocodiles,…
Think carefully before visiting a Maasai Boma
The Maasai Boma is an important cultural symbol in East Africa's Maasai culture. It is a traditional homestead or settlement, is the centre of Maasai social and cultural life, encapsulating…
Kenya’s 2024 Park Fee Increase
Kenya's game reserves and national parks, including the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, are increasing park entry fees as of 1 January 2024. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) oversees twenty-five…
A guide to wildlife areas in Kenya
Masai Mara National Reserve The Masai Mara National Reserve is the most popular destination in Kenya. Sometimes spelled ‘Maasai Mara’, it is correctly spelt ‘Masai Mara’ as Maasai refers to…
Where to go on your first African safari?
Where to go on your first African safari? If you normally research your own travel, the excitement of planning your first African safari can start well; however, it can quickly…
Traffic jam in the Masai Mara, Kenya
Although the Masai Mara is a great place to visit all year round to see wildlife, many visitors schedule their safari holiday to coincide with the Great Migration. During this…
East Africa’s Wet Seasons
All about East Africa's two wet seasons. If you are visiting East Africa (Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania), for the first time, you probably want to avoid the wet season.…
Kenya or Tanzania? Which is the best safari destination?
Choosing between Kenya and Tanzania for your African safari is not as straightforward as it might seem. Despite both countries being side-by-side; combining Kenya and Tanzania into one trip is…
Kenya Wildlife Conservancies
Like many areas in Africa, Kenya has sadly lost a lot of its wildlife in the last 100 years. Loss of space and habitat connectivity due to development pressures and climate change threatens African’s wildlife and livelihoods for rural communities.
David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
As one of Africa’s oldest wildlife charities and a leading conservation organisation, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) embraces all measures that complement the conservation, preservation and protection of wildlife. Born…
When is a good time to travel to Kenya?
Kenya's climate varies greatly from coast to highlands, with tropical humidity on the coast, dry heat in the savanna or semi-arid areas, and cool air in the highlands. Temperatures in…
