Kenya

Kenya – the name is almost synonymous with the word “safari.”See throngs of wildebeest thundering across the savanna during the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara; come eye-to-eye with elephants in Amboseli; or marvel at Lake Nakuru, flecked with thousands of flamingos. In these sun-soaked lands, ancient tribes, such as the Maasai, Kikuyu, and Samburu, …

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is once again entering the safari fold, and beginning to re-magnetize intrepid travelers with the promise of its inselberg-studded backcountry, its teak forests, and cypress-spattered hills; with its rugged Eastern Highlands where curious monkeys huddle against the cold breezes and its deep caves and underground riverways. Best places to visit in Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls, …

Mozambique

Mozambique’s enthralling capital? Maputo is a pulse of life, beating with jazz and reggae and flavored with just a taste of Portuguese charm. It’s all about the hopping gazelles and the elephants, the sculpted highlands of Zambezia, and the earthy tribal villages of the native folks. Best places to visit in Mozambique: Bazaruto Archipelago, Maputo, …

Swaziland (eSwatini)

This small but scenically beautiful country of emerald peaks, rivers, ravines, rolling valleys, and waterfalls is a hiker’s Eden. Nature reserves are the top attraction here, and though only a few host Big Five animals (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), all of them offer an intimate game-viewing experience, lush mountain scenery, and rich diversity …

Tanzania

Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s most famous national parks and natural attractions, including majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Consequently, the most popular things to do in Tanzania and the reason many people visit the country, are safaris and wildlife-related adventures. Top Tourist Attractions: Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Zanzibar Beaches, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara …

Botswana

Botswana is one of Africa’s great game destinations. More than 17% of this country is devoted to National Parks or Game Reserves. Chobe National Park, Savute, Okavango Delta, and Makadikgadi Pans:  An incredible journey across the vast landscapes of Botswana in search of iconic wildlife. Horseback safari: Ride across the desert on horseback at Makgadikgadi …