Wildlife

Kenya has two rainy seasons, which can impact on safari, beach, and trekking trips It’s important to understand the weather in Kenya to help you plan the best possible holiday. You naturally want to ensure good game-viewing weather if going…

Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s most affordable game parks, making it a great option for budget travellers South Africa’s flagship game reserve, Kruger National Park, offers the quintessential African big-game safari experience. The Kruger’s vastness and diverse ecosystems…

Southern Africa is home to dozens of UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Here’s a List of 11 of the best From South Africa up to Malawi, and from Namibia on the west coast across to Mozambique, you can find many…

The Great Rift Valley is a storied location of geological wonders, iconic wildlife, and rich cultures What is the Great Rift Valley? The Great Rift Valley is a monumental geographic feature that runs for 7,000 km (4,300 miles) from the…

Ngorongoro Crater offers a one-of-a-kind safari experience Not only is Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania home to an astounding density of big game, including the Big Five, it’s also a geological wonder. Often spoken of as the eighth wonder of the…

So you want to go travelling in Africa? Of course you do! But there are different ways to do it. And some are smarter than others, as they’re safer, more cost-effective, more immersive and sustainable, and just more fun. The…

The Viphya Mountains in northern Malawi are a beautiful and lesser-known highland wilderness This remote and little-visited region is the perfect destination for safari-goers, adventure travellers, birders, and conscious travellers. Are you planning an overland African adventure? Here’s why you…

Nature spots need our help to stay beautiful and healthy 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…

Zambia’s long-held secret is stepping out of the shadows At African Overland Tours, we’ve long pioneered the routes through South Luangwa. However, the horizon is expanding. We are excited to spotlight a new conservation-first initiative in the North, The Amatololo…