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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 Luxury Lodges in Sabi Sands (2026 Guide)
Search "Sabi Sands luxury lodges" and everyone wants to sell you one. Here's the independent version: 17 lodges across four tiers, from $730 to $3,800 a night, with verified rates and honest trade-offs.
Craig Howes
Jul 326 min read
The Okavango Delta’s Super Lions: Giants of Water and Wild
Famous as Africa's "super lions," the Okavango Delta's big cats carry a reputation that outruns the evidence. Here is the honest story, and where to actually see them.
Craig Howes
Jun 228 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
Best South Africa Safari Companies for 2026: An Honest, Independent Guide
South Africa offers more than one kind of safari, so the right company depends on which one you want. An independent, editorially vetted guide to the operators worth your shortlist, sorted into private-reserve luxury, bespoke planners, and Kruger specialists, with honest trade-offs and real costs.
Craig Howes
Jun 1017 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 2826 min read
Best Ultra-Luxury Safari Companies in Africa (2026): Operators, Lodges & Planners
Choosing an ultra-luxury safari operator in Africa for 2026? An honest, vetted guide to Singita, Wilderness, Great Plains and 13 others, with the trade-offs no one else writes.
Craig Howes
May 2721 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 Botswana Safari Companies (2026 Reviews & Methodology)
An independent guide to the best Botswana safari companies, from luxury camp-owning operators and mobile safari specialists to international planners and overland options. This guide explains who each company is best for, what trade-offs to expect, and why Botswana’s private-concession model makes choosing the right operator especially important.
Craig Howes
May 1718 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
Best Kenya Safari Companies for 2026: An Honest, Independent Guide
Choosing the right Kenya safari company is one of the most important decisions you will make. This guide explains how to compare planners, conservancies, trip styles, and costs so you find the right fit.
Craig Howes
Apr 2026 min read
Private Concessions vs National Parks: What You Gain and What You Lose on Safari
Most safaris aren’t defined by where you go, but by how you access it. This guide breaks down the real difference between national parks and private concessions — from crowding and cost to guiding, flexibility, and wildlife experience — so you can choose the right safari, not just the popular one.
Craig Howes
Mar 236 min read
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