Kasanka Bat Migration: Ten Million Fruit Bats
Every November, around ten million fruit bats gather in a small patch of forest in Zambia. How to witness one of the world’s great wildlife spectacles.
Africa safaris
Lower Zambezi Canoe Safaris
Gliding silently past elephants on the Zambezi is one of Africa’s great safari experiences. How canoe safaris work and how to plan one.
Namibia Self-Drive Wildlife Itinerary: 14 Days
A two-week road trip through Namibia’s deserts, coast and Etosha, designed for wildlife. Day-by-day route, driving tips and what to book early.
Desert-adapted Elephants and Rhinos of Damaraland
In north-west Namibia, elephants and black rhinos survive in a rocky desert with almost no water. How to see them, and the community conservancies that protect them.
Central Kalahari Game Reserve: Desert Lions and the Green Season
One of the largest reserves on Earth, the Central Kalahari comes alive in the rains, when antelope gather on its fossil valleys and lions follow.
Makgadikgadi Pans and the Zebra Migration
Botswana’s vast salt pans host one of Africa’s great zebra migrations, habituated meerkats and nights under the stars. How to time your visit.
Moremi Game Reserve Guide
Moremi protects the eastern heart of the Okavango Delta and is one of Africa’s best reserves for wild dogs and big cats. How to visit by plane, lodge or 4×4.
The Sardine Run: Diving Africa’s Greatest Marine Spectacle
Every winter, vast shoals of sardines move up South Africa’s east coast, followed by dolphins, sharks, gannets and whales. What to expect from this unpredictable marine safari.
Whale Watching in Hermanus: When and Where
From June to November, southern right whales gather so close to Hermanus that you can watch them from the town’s cliff path. How to plan the perfect visit.
Cape Town Wildlife: Penguins, Whales and Great White Sharks
Cape Town packs penguins, whales, seals and one of the world’s richest plant kingdoms into a single day trip. How to see the best of it responsibly.