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Leave No Trace Camping – 7 Ways to Camp Responsibly

Leave No Trace Camping – 7 Ways to Camp Responsibly

We go camping in remote spots like the mountains, bush, and desert because we appreciate the beauty, wildlife, quiet, and other restorative properties of such natural spaces. Yet how we camp there determines the future integrity of those sites. Leave No Trace camping...

Stories from African Overland Tours

Stories from African Overland Tours

Have you ever felt that deep yearning in your soul? A yearning that takes you away from the mundane buzz of everyday routine, and into a tranquil, fresh, and freeing adventure? Often, that adventure leads to the sun-kissed air of Africa, on an African Overland Tour...

How to Choose an Ethical Animal Encounter in Africa

How to Choose an Ethical Animal Encounter in Africa

Africa is the most popular continent for wildlife encounters. Not surprising! There are many iconic species here that you can’t find elsewhere, like bush elephants, black rhinos, giraffes, hippos, and chimpanzees. Moreover, certain animal encounters are big business,...

What Spices come from Tanzania?

What Spices come from Tanzania?

When walking the streets of Tanzania, breathe in the sweet scent of cinnamon, the warm spices like cloves and cardamom, and the aromatic food being cooked with these and many other spices. Tanzania is a sensory experience, with the world’s most sought-after spices...

Beyond the Checklist: Finding the Real Magic of the Mara

Beyond the Checklist: Finding the Real Magic of the Mara

An African safari. The words themselves conjure images of vast golden plains, acacia trees silhouetted against a fiery sunset, and the enchantment of seeing magnificent animals in their natural element. It’s a dream trip, and for good reason. But what if the chase for...

Skyscrapers and Safaris: The Ultimate Guide to Nairobi

Skyscrapers and Safaris: The Ultimate Guide to Nairobi

A cosmopolitan city isn’t the first thing you picture when planning a Kenyan safari, yet Nairobi defies expectations at every turn. Far more than a transit point between flights and game drives, Kenya’s capital is one of Africa’s most dynamic urban adventures. With...