The journal
Notes from the wild
791 stories, guides and dispatches from Southern and East Africa.
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destination guides
Inside Ngorongoro Crater: Geology, Rhino and the Right Time to Descend

wildlife
How African Wild Dog Packs Navigate Vast Ranges and Seasonal Dens

destination guides
Why Tanzania's Southern Circuit Draws Far Fewer Visitors Than the Serengeti

wildlife
Why Serious Birders in Africa Insist on Specialist Guides Over Generalists

photography
Why Amboseli’s Swamps Sustain Wildlife Long After Rains Depart

wildlife
How Night Drives Transform Safari Sightings After Dusk

wildlife
Why Kenya’s Northern Arid Lands Host Species Unseen Further South

tips and advice
What to Expect on a Pre-Dawn Hot Air Balloon Safari Across African Plains

tips and advice
Why Malaria-Free Reserves in South Africa Appeal Most to Families with Young Children

destination guides
What Skill Level Is Needed for African Horseback Safaris

destination guides
How Many Nights to Spend in the Cape Winelands, Hermanus and Garden Route After Safari

tips and advice
What a Night in a Star Bed on Safari Actually Feels Like

destination guides
Canoeing the Lower Zambezi: How Water Shifts the Pace of a Luxury Safari

tips and advice
What It Really Takes to Serve Fresh Meals at Remote African Safari Camps

tips and advice
Passport Rules and Visa Strategies for Crossing East African Safari Borders

destination guides
Why Mana Pools Demands Foot Safaris Among Towering Albida Trees

tips and advice
How Much Should You Tip on an African Safari?

wildlife
Rwanda’s Forest Canopy and Chimpanzee Troops: What to Expect at Nyungwe

tips and advice
Why Standard Travel Insurance Leaves Safari Guests Exposed in Remote Wilderness

wildlife
Inside Queen Elizabeth National Park: How Uganda Blends Open Savannah Drives with Primate Treks

tips and advice
Solo Safari Travel: How Single Supplements Work and When Camps Waive Them

wildlife
How Habitat Shapes Big Cat Sightings Across Africa

tips and advice
Planning a Three-Generation Safari That Works for Everyone

destination guides