From the road
Stories & travel guides
Long-form travel guides, route comparisons, packing lists, and field notes from our guides. New posts every few weeks during peak season.
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When to visit Tanzania: a month-by-month safari calendar
Tanzania has a safari season for every traveller. Here is what each month delivers — wildlife, weather, and crowds — so you can pick yours with confidence.
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The Great Migration river crossings: a field guide
The Mara crossings are the most-photographed wildlife event on earth — but watching one well takes timing, patience, and a guide who reads the herd.
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Kilimanjaro vs. Mount Meru: which climb is right for you?
Kilimanjaro gets the headlines. Meru is the hidden gem locals climb first. Here is how the two compare on difficulty, scenery, time, and cost.
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Beyond the Big Five: twelve underrated sightings
The Big Five sell safaris, but the small five — the painted hunting dog, the secretary bird, the bat-eared fox — are what make experienced guides smile.