Birds & Birding
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Safari Journal: guides, comparisons & wildlife
Park guides, month-by-month timing, wildlife and honest comparisons from people who plan East Africa safaris every week.
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Recent guides
Destinations
Ngorongoro Conservation Area: More Than Just the Crater
Wildlife
Elephant Behavior on Safari: Communication, Memory and Family Structure
Destinations
Tanzania’s Southern Circuit: Ruaha and Nyerere
Destinations
Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau: Walking Safaris and Rhino
Experiences & Stays
Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Routes: Machame vs Lemosho vs Marangu
Planning & Costs
East Africa Safari Costs: Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury Breakdown
Wildlife
Leopard Safari in East Africa: Best Parks and Viewing Techniques
Destinations
Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve: Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy’s Zebra
Wildlife
Masai Mara Big Cat Report: Lions and Leopards
Wildlife
Serengeti Lion Research: The Longest-Running Big Cat Study in the World
When to Go
Tarangire in July: Elephant River Concentration and Baobab Photography
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