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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!
Malaria-Free Safaris in South Africa: Which Reserves, What They Cost, and What You Give Up
South Africa offers an array of malaria-free safari destinations that provide all the thrills of a wildlife adventure without worry. In this
Craig Howes
Jul 2717 min read
South Africa Safari Cost: What a Real Safari Really Costs (2026)
Real prices for a South Africa safari in 2026, from $80-a-night self-drive Kruger to $3,500 flagship suites, built on fully priced trips we actually arranged for readers.
Craig Howes
Jul 2113 min read
African Photo Safari: How to Choose a Trip That Actually Produces Great Images
The best wildlife photos I've taken didn't come from the trips with "photographic" in the name. They came from five specific conditions. Here's what actually produces the images, and how to buy a trip that delivers them.
Craig Howes
Jul 1721 min read
Group Safari vs Private Safari: Which One Should You Actually Book?
The real question is not private versus shared. It is who is in the vehicle and whose pace the day follows. An independent, all-in look at what a group safari and a private safari each actually cost, and which one fits the trip you are trying to take.
Craig Howes
Jul 1323 min read
Cape Town to Okavango Delta: How to Plan the Iconic Combination
The full guide to combining Cape Town with the Okavango Delta: flights and routing, trip length, the seasonal sweet spot, honest costs, and sample itineraries grounded in real planner quotes.
Craig Howes
Jul 918 min read
Best Time to Visit Cape Town and Kruger: An Honest Month-by-Month Guide
The best time to visit Cape Town and Kruger is never one perfect month, because the two peak in opposite seasons. A Cape Town local who grew up beside Kruger walks through the year, names the two windows worth booking, and shows what the trip really costs.
Craig Howes
Jul 814 min read
The Best Family Vacations in Africa
The best family vacations in Africa, from Mauritius beaches to malaria-free safaris, chosen by age and by what actually works for kids. One honest guide, no sales pitch.
Craig Howes
Jul 610 min read
The Best Time for a South Africa Safari
May to October, with September the peak. But South Africa punishes the green season less than any safari country in Africa, and malaria-free reserves change the answer entirely for families. A month-by-month guide with the official Kruger climate figures, real lodge costs, and forty-plus safaris behind it.
Craig Howes
Jun 3017 min read
Best Time to Visit the Okavango Delta: A Month-by-Month Guide (2027)
The Okavango floods in the dry season, which makes timing a safari pleasantly counterintuitive. Here is the honest month-by-month on when to go for big game, water and value, and how your choice of lodge changes the answer as much as the month does.
Craig Howes
Jun 2215 min read
Is Namibia Good for Safari? A Guide to One of Africa's Most Unique Wildlife Destinations
An honest look at whether Namibia is good for safari, who it suits and who it doesn't, what it costs, and how it compares to the Serengeti, Botswana, and South Africa.
Craig Howes
Jun 2111 min read
Where to Stay in Kruger National Park: Inside or Outside?
Inside the park or outside the gates? A Hoedspruit local's guide to where to stay in Kruger National Park, from self-drive rest camps to private Greater Kruger lodges, and what each really costs.
Craig Howes
Jun 1814 min read
Adding Zanzibar to Your Safari (2026): How the Bush-and-Beach Combo Actually Works
The safari-and-Zanzibar combo is one of the best trips in Africa, if you get the flight, the nights, and the coast right. Here's how to plan it properly.
Craig Howes
Jun 128 min read
Kenya Safari Cost in 2026: What a Real Trip Actually Costs
The numbers everyone quotes are land-only and leave out flights, park fees and supplements. Here is what a real, all-in Kenya safari actually costs, from budget to ultra-luxury.
Craig Howes
Jun 1116 min read
How Much Does a Tanzania Safari Cost? An Honest 2026 Breakdown
A Tanzania safari runs from roughly $250 to $1,500+ per person per day, and two trips the same length can differ tenfold. Here's what each tier actually costs in 2026, anchored to real itineraries, with park fees finally explained and honest multi-country pricing.
Craig Howes
Jun 1012 min read
Best All-Inclusive African Safaris (2026): What's Included, What It Costs, and Where to Go
What "all-inclusive" really means on safari, what it costs per night, the hidden extras to budget for, and where to go for the best value and the wildest bush.
Craig Howes
Jun 813 min read
Cape Town and Safari: How to Plan the Trip You're Actually Trying to Take
A practical guide to combining Cape Town with a real safari, written from Cape Town by someone who's done every major route. Honest trade-offs, no fluff.
Craig Howes
May 2116 min read
Should You Add Victoria Falls to Your Safari? An Honest Planning Guide
When is Victoria Falls worth adding to your safari? Honest planning advice on timing, sides, routes, and what it really costs.
Craig Howes
May 1916 min read
13 Best African Safari Tour Companies (2027 Reviews & Guide)
Planning a safari is thrilling, but choosing the right company can feel overwhelming. With hundreds of operators promising “authentic” experiences, how do you know who to trust?
The truth is, your safari operator is just as important as the destination. They shape every moment, from your guide’s storytelling to the campfire meals to the ease of travel between remote lodges.
Craig Howes
May 1615 min read
Small-Group Safaris in Africa: Who They’re For, What They Cost, and How They Compare
Small-group safaris in Africa are not one clean product category. This guide explains the difference between premium fixed-departure safaris, lodge-based shared trips, budget overland tours, and private safaris so you can choose the right fit.
Craig Howes
Apr 2213 min read
Fly-In Safari vs Drive-In Safari: Which Is Better for Your Trip, Budget, and Time?
Choosing between a fly-in safari and a drive-in safari changes far more than the logistics. This guide explains the real trade-offs in cost, pace, comfort, and itinerary quality, and when a hybrid safari often makes the most sense.
Craig Howes
Apr 2111 min read
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