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African Safari Blog
Welcome to the Best African Safari Blog, your gateway to exploring Africa's wild beauty. From the iconic savannas of South Africa to the lush landscapes of Kenya, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, and even the serene islands of Seychelles, we bring you expert insights, travel tips, and unforgettable experiences. Dive into our collection of articles to plan the safari of a lifetime and discover why Africa remains the top destination for wildlife adventures. Your journey to the heart of the African wilderness starts here!
Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Kenya (2026): An Honest Guide
An honest, independent guide to Kenya's best luxury safari lodges in 2026, tiered by experience with real trade-offs on every property.
Craig Howes
Jul 723 min read
Best Okavango Luxury Lodges 2026: Editor's Picks & Insider Recommendations
A complete guide to the Okavango Delta's best luxury lodges for 2026, organised into three clear categories: ultra-luxury Big-Five flagships, premium water-and-land combination camps, and boutique owner-led camps recommended by Travel + Leisure A-Lister Shaun Stanley. Includes verified 2026 cost ranges, honest trade-offs, and fit guidance for every type of traveller.
Craig Howes
May 2825 min read
Botswana Luxury Safari: 2026 Guide to Costs, Regions & Where to Stay
A Botswana luxury safari is one of Africa’s most exclusive wildlife experiences, shaped by private concessions, small camps, seasonal floodplains, and high-value, low-impact tourism. This guide breaks down 2026 costs, key safari regions, sample itineraries, timing trade-offs, and how to choose the right planner for a serious Botswana trip.
Craig Howes
May 1821 min read
Best Luxury Safari Companies in Africa (2026): An Honest Guide
An independent guide to the best luxury safari companies in Africa. Planners, operators and lodge brands compared with honest trade-offs and real costs.
Craig Howes
Feb 1017 min read
African Safari Honeymoon: How to Decide If It’s Right for You — and What Actually Works
An African safari honeymoon isn’t about choosing the most romantic destination — it’s about structure, pacing, and fit. This guide explains what actually determines whether a safari honeymoon works, and where couples most often get it wrong.
Craig Howes
Jan 269 min read
Best Luxury Safaris in South Africa (2026): A Fit‑First Guide
South Africa offers some of Africa’s finest luxury safaris, but not all experiences are the same. This guide cuts through the noise, comparing elite lodges by region, exclusivity, guiding quality, and trade-offs to help you choose the right safari for your priorities.
Craig Howes
Jan 2615 min read
Luxury Safari vs Experiential Safari: Same Budget, Very Different Outcomes
At the high end of safari travel, price doesn’t determine experience — structure does. This guide breaks down what luxury and experiential safaris really offer when the nightly rate is the same, and how to choose without regret.
Craig Howes
Jan 205 min read
Sosian Lodge: Kenya’s Untamed Safari Hideaway in Laikipia
Sosian Lodge offers something rare: an authentic safari rooted in ranch tradition and Laikipia wilderness. Nestled on a 24,000-acre private conservancy in Kenya’s rugged highlands, this lovingly restored 1940s ranch house delivers warmth, wildness, and soulful adventure all in one.
Days begin with horseback rides or river tubing beneath the shadow of Mount Kenya, exploring landscapes alive with elephants, Grevy’s zebra, and wild dogs. Then comes fly-camping under a blanket o
Craig Howes
Sep 6, 20257 min read
Ultra Luxury Safari Experiences: Africa’s Rarest Adventures
From photographing a rare black leopard in Kenya to chartering a private yacht in the Seychelles, ultra luxury safari experiences redefine what’s possible in Africa. These journeys go beyond five-star lodges — think helicopter landings on volcano rims, private gorilla treks, and sleeping under the stars in the Kalahari. For those seeking once-in-a-lifetime adventures, this guide reveals the rarest, most exclusive safaris money can buy.
Craig Howes
Sep 1, 20256 min read
Welgevonden Game Reserve: South Africa’s Hidden Safari Gem
Welgevonden Game Reserve offers exceptional Big Five viewing just three hours from Johannesburg. With luxury lodges, incredible rhino sightings, and impactful conservation, it’s one of South Africa’s best-kept safari secrets.
Craig Howes
Jun 10, 20255 min read
Mhondoro Safari Lodge Review: Ultimate Escape in Welgevonden
Honest Mhondoro Safari Lodge review: prices, rooms, rhino sightings, photographic hide, and why it’s Welgevonden’s top luxury safari lodge near Johannesburg.
Craig Howes
Jun 9, 202511 min read
Planning an African Safari: What You Need to Know for the Trip of a Lifetime
As someone who’s spent years chasing sunrises through the bush, I’ve learned that the magic of safari begins long before you board the plane. So if you’re dreaming of your first African adventure, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know — from timing and destinations to choosing the right experience for you.
Craig Howes
May 1, 20255 min read
Private Safari Experiences: My Journey into the Ultimate in Luxury
I quickly learned that private safaris are not just about avoiding the crowds. They’re about creating a personalized adventure that caters t
Craig Howes
Aug 21, 20247 min read
Zambezi Grande Review: Into the Wild
Zambezi Grande, set along the mighty Zambezi River, offers an intimate, luxury safari experience in Zambia's pristine wilderness. Reflecting
Amber Hunter
Sep 28, 20239 min read
Babohi Lodge Review: 2024 Luxury Luxury South African Safari
Discover the New Luxury Safari Lodge Babohi, in the Qwabi Private Game Reserve
Craig Howes
Jul 25, 20236 min read
A Safari That Matters: Best Sustainable Tourism Lodges in Africa (2024)
Experience the ultimate eco-luxury adventure with our sustainable safari, indulging in the finest amenities while preserving the natural wor
Craig Howes
Feb 21, 202313 min read
10 Tips for Taking Amazing Safari Photos
Tips and Tricks for getting Amazing Safari Photos by Professional WIldlife Photographer Craig Howes
Craig Howes
Nov 21, 20228 min read
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