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Practical guides on seasons, permits, packing and choosing where to go in East Africa.

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A line of hikers pushes along a muddy forest trail through dense, mountainous greenery.

How Hard Is Gorilla Trekking, Really?

Gorilla & Chimp Trekking4 min read

A man rides a bicycle through the bustling historic streets of Stone Town, Zanzibar.

Money in East Africa: Currency, Cards, ATMs and Mobile Money

Travel Tips4 min read

Twin beds draped in white mosquito netting inside a warmly lit lodge room in Kampala, Uganda.

Malaria, Altitude, and Staying Well on an East Africa Trip

Travel Tips4 min read

A stone bathing pavilion with arched openings stands amid lush greenery at a historic Ethiopian site.

Ethiopia Is Not a Safari Destination, and That Is the Point

Destinations4 min read

Passengers in an open safari vehicle watch a group of African elephants moving across the plain nearby.

Solo, Family or Honeymoon: How the Same Park Changes With Who You Bring

Travel Tips3 min read

A neatly packed open travel bag with folded clothing laid out and ready for a safari trip.

What to Pack for an East Africa Safari (and What to Leave at Home)

Travel Tips4 min read

A lone figure walks across a vast, open African savanna beneath a wide, cloud-streaked sky.

Conservation and Your Money: Where the Permit Fee Actually Goes

Wildlife & Nature3 min read

A neat pile of US dollar bills laid inside an open envelope on a plain surface.

Tipping in East Africa: Who, How Much, and In What Currency

Travel Tips4 min read

A chimpanzee relaxes quietly within the dense greenery of its forest home.

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale: What the Morning Actually Looks Like

Gorilla & Chimp Trekking3 min read

Two African elephants interacting on the open savannah during a safari.

Safari Photography Without Professional Gear

Travel Tips3 min read