Demystifying Gorilla Trekking: Permits, Planning And Packing
Planning your gorilla trek can be a confusing experience – there are tonnes of websites out there offering different or patchy information, a lot of …
Safari
Planning a safari? Love safaris? Whether it’s Kenya, Botswana, Tanzania, Uganda or somewhere else, find tips and inspiration here.
My Luxury Uganda Safari Itinerary: Into Africa’s Wild Places
Choosing a safari can be overwhelming. There are so many countries to visit, and so many different companies offering different routes, different experiences, and different …
Chimpanzee Trekking In Uganda: A Complete Guide With Photos
** This post was written in 2019 but has been fully updated for 2026, following my return visit to Uganda and second chimpanzee tracking experience. …
32 Best Things To Do In Uganda (By A Safari Addict)
** This post has been newly revised and updated as of November 2025 ** Uganda! A country of rolling green hills, misty valleys and craggy …
My Epic Uganda Itinerary In 2 Weeks (By A Safari Expert)
** This post has been newly revised and updated November 2025** I’ve spent a lot of time in Uganda. My first visit was a few …
9 Tips For A Botswana Budget Safari Without Luxury Prices
This post was supported by Bush Ways, who hosted me for five nights in Botswana. They did not tell me what to write – this …
Birds In Botswana: 40 Stunning Species To See On Safari
I wouldn’t call myself a birder or birdwatcher. I don’t count species, and I don’t have a subscription to one of those apps that can …
Botswana Rainy Season: Here’s Why It’s A Great Time To Visit
Most normal people try to avoid going on holiday when it’s raining. We want clear, blue skies, warm sunshine, and mild temperatures. We don’t want …
Hiking Kenya’s Loita Hills On A Maasai Walking Safari
This trip to go hiking in Kenya’s Loita Hills was hosted by Walking Wild Adventures. I don’t accept freebies or payment in exchange for positive …
Affordable Botswana Safaris: My Bargain Wildlife Trip Review
I spent five nights on an affordable Botswana safari as a guest of Bush Ways in exchange for some blog posts and social media. I …
Which Is The Best Botswana Safari Lodge? My Favourites With Photos
This blog post was supported by the Botswana Tourism Organisation and Desert & Delta Safaris. I have not been told what to write; all opinions …
Shompole Wilderness Lodge In Kenya: My Complete Review
I stayed at Shompole Wilderness Lodge as a guest of Walking Wild Adventures who run small group safari and hiking trips in Kenya and Namibia. …
Olderkesi In Kenya: The Maasai Mara’s Newest Conservancy
I spent four days in the Olderkesi Conservancy in Kenya, staying at Instinct of the Mara with Secluded Africa. I was not asked to write …
46 Amazing African Safari Animals – A Photo Guide
If you’re a wildlife or animal lover, going on a safari in Africa will be a dream come true. You’ve probably watched nature documentaries and …
First Time Safari Facts: 18 Surprise Things To Know Before You Go
You’ve seen the photos and videos, so you know that an African safari is guaranteed to involve incredible wildlife encounters and sunset G&Ts overlooking a …
Top 50 African Birds: A Safari Photo Guide
With more than 2500 species of birds, Africa is a bird-watcher’s paradise. From tiny, brightly coloured sunbirds and feisty little bee-eaters, to sinister marabou storks, …
Wildlife Hide Photography Tips For Safari Photos Like A Pro
More and more of us are booking safaris with one main purpose in mind – not just to see Africa’s amazing animals, but to photograph …
Instinct of the Mara Review: Exclusive Wildlife In Kenya
Welcome to my review of Instinct of the Mara safari lodge in Olderkesi, Kenya. I spent four nights here as a guest of Secluded Africa. …