The first time I ever saw elephants in a national park, it was a life-changing experience. Africa offers some of the best places in the world to encounter these giants up close. As a travel expert with 10+ years on safari all around Africa, I’ll guide you through where to see elephants in Africa, why these national parks are special, and when to visit them (some times are better than others). By the end, you'll know where to find them in … [Read more...]
What Makes Heritage Tourism in Uganda Unique
Heritage tourism is an un-sounding topic in Uganda’s tourism sector as it is concealed in the dark. Nobody says anything about but it could also be an amazing venture for income generation especially for the government, Uganda safari companies and other service providers. Famous for her beauties such as wildlife and amazing landscapes, the Pearl od Africa is full of extra ordinary people, with different lifestyles, customs and backgrounds. It … [Read more...]
Mario Rigby, Eco-Explorer, Author, Speaker, and Former Professional Track and Field Athlete
Mario Rigby is an eco-explorer, author, speaker, and former professional track and field athlete. Born in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands, he was raised in Germany before moving to Canada. In 2015, Rigby embarked on his epic “Crossing Africa” expedition, traveling from Cape Town to Cairo entirely by foot and kayak. Over two years, he covered more than 12,000 kilometers across 8 African countries. Q. Growing up in the Turks and Caicos … [Read more...]
Nature Within Walls: The Remarkable Wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater
About Kate K.F Hi Everyone! My name is Kate and I am a Tanzania-based safari specialist and writer with a passion for wildlife conservation. I have spent years exploring Tanzania’s national parks and game reserves, where I gained a deep knowledge of well-known Tanzania destinations—including the legendary Ngorongoro Crater location, the Serengeti National Park and Lake Manyara amongst many others. Through my company BornWild, I tailor private … [Read more...]
Discovering the Heart of Africa: A Journey Through Rwanda
When you think about travel to Africa, images of vast savannas, exotic wildlife, and vibrant cultures likely come to mind. While the continent offers all of these experiences in abundance, there's one destination that stands out for its unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and inspiring resilience: Rwanda. For those seeking an unforgettable African adventure, Rwanda holidays offer a perfect mix of wildlife encounters, cultural … [Read more...]
The Saviour Fish by Mark Weston
This book is a non-fiction account of the author’s life on a remote island on the Tanzania side of Lake Victoria. It is a story of daily life yet at the same time dives into how the Nile Perch released into its waters in the 1950s has changed the course of the lakes balance eventually bringing the native cichlids to near-extinction. And how the changes in the lakes‘ ecosystem directly affected millions of people including the crippling … [Read more...]
Somewhere Above it All by Holli Fawcett Clayton
Somewhere Above it All by Holli Fawcett Clayton is the author's first book. It tells the story of Marren, a woman who has suffered greatly at the hands of her late husbands' opioid fueled drug addictions and her quest to move on with her life. Integral to the story is her attempt to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and her desire to overcome her grief of losing her husband to drugs. During the climb, the story intertwines flashbacks to her … [Read more...]
Adventures with Lions in Tanzania
Africa has always been a special place to me. It's the salt of the earth, an untouched land and a place that is so rare from anywhere else in the world. Not many travellers have come to Africa and not been melted by the beauty and magnificence of this place. Mesmerising golden sunsets, incredible wild animals, the good will of people and monumental vast landscapes. There’s no denying that Africa is a huge continent and if you are thinking of … [Read more...]
The Best Time to Go on Safari in Africa by Month
Africa is an amazing continent. One of the things that every traveler should do on a safari is to hunt for the sensations and impressions. An African safari is a unique place where you can observe safari animals without any of them being harmed. There are many safaris in different parts of Africa, where different types of animals live. If you are going here, then, first of all, you should find out what national parks and reserves there are, as … [Read more...]
After Kilimanjaro by Gayle Woodson
For Sarah, a young surgical resident - the decision to go to Tanzania for a year becomes a life changer - both professionally and personally. Working in a small and remote village she discovers, that despite being against the law, a still high rate of female genital mutilation occurring around the country. And learning about the high rate of maternal mortality - she decides to fight both and begins an experimental program providing training to … [Read more...]
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