Kenya Visa for US Citizens: How to Apply for Your eTA
If you are a US citizen planning a Kenya visitors visa, here is the first thing to know. Kenya does not stamp a visa into your passport anymore. You apply for an eTA online, and it usually lands in your inbox within three days. This guide walks through the real application, with screenshots from the […]
Countries With the Most Lions: Lion Population in the World
Lions are found across a much smaller part of the world than they were in the past. Today, most wild lions live in Africa, while the only remaining wild population of Asiatic lions lives in and around Gujarat, India. So, which country has the most lions? The answer is Tanzania. A national wildlife census conducted […]
10 Facts About Africa: Amazing Things You Should Know
Africa is often talked about as if it were one place, but the continent is anything but simple. It covers more than 30 million square kilometres, stretches across very different climates and landscapes, and is home to more than a billion people, thousands of languages, ancient cities, rainforests, deserts, mountains, beaches and some of the […]
Atlanta to Africa: Flights, Flight Time, Cost & Travel Guide
Quick answer: The shortest nonstop Atlanta to Africa flights run to North and West Africa, while Southern Africa takes roughly 14 to 15 hours nonstop on Delta. East African safari destinations such as Kenya and Tanzania generally require a connection. For a safari, plan at least 7 to 10 days, and ideally 10 to 14 […]
Best Wildlife Destinations in the World: 20 Places to See Animals
If you are planning a trip around wildlife, choosing the right destination matters more than simply choosing a country with lots of animals. Some places are best for big cats. Others are known for gorillas, bears, whales, penguins, marine life or rare species that cannot be found anywhere else. The best wildlife destinations in the […]
White Giraffe: Is It Albino? The Real Story from Kenya
A white giraffe is real, but it is not albino. The animal’s pale coat comes from a rare condition called leucism, and right now there is only one known white giraffe alive, a solitary male living under armed protection in Kenya’s Ishaqbini Hirola Community Conservancy. He once had a mother and a younger sibling. Poachers […]
Best Safari Jackets for Men and Women
A safari jacket can be one of the most useful layers you pack for an African safari. Early morning game drives can be surprisingly cold, especially when you are sitting in an open vehicle before sunrise. Add dust, wind, occasional rain, walking through vegetation and long hours outdoors, and your jacket needs to do more […]
Best Binoculars for Safari: Complete Buying Guide for African Wildlife
If you are planning an African safari, a good pair of binoculars can change how much you actually see. A lion resting several hundred metres away may look like a small shape with the naked eye. Through good binoculars, you can see its face, watch its behaviour and notice details you would otherwise miss. The […]
Predators in Africa: Complete Guide to Savanna Predators
Africa is home to some of the world’s best-known predators, from lions and leopards to cheetahs, spotted hyenas and African wild dogs. But the predator community is much larger than the animals most visitors immediately recognize. Across the African savanna, predators use very different ways to find and kill prey. Lions rely heavily on cooperation, […]
Savanna Grazers: Complete Guide to Grazing Animals in Africa
When you picture African savanna wildlife, you probably think of lions, elephants, giraffes and other large animals. But the grass-eating animals of the savanna are just as important. They form the base of much of the food web and support many of Africa’s best-known predators. Savanna grazers are herbivores that feed mainly on grasses and […]