What a Serengeti safari cost really includes: park and concession fees, daily rates by budget tier, the cheapest months and what our own Serengeti trips cost.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Kenya for Safari? It Depends on the Park
The best time to visit Kenya for safari is late June to October, but January, February and even the green season have real advantages. Here is how each month and each park compares.
A Gorilla Trekking Packing List That Copes With Mud, Nettles and Rain
A practical gorilla trekking packing list for Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park: what to wear, what goes in your daypack and what to leave at home.
A Kenya and Tanzania Safari Works Best When You Plan the Border First
A Kenya and Tanzania safari joins the Masai Mara with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Here is how the borders, routes, seasons and costs fit together.
How Hard Is Gorilla Trekking, Really? Fitness, Altitude and Trek Times Explained
How hard is gorilla trekking? For most active people it is a moderate hike of one to four hours on steep, muddy slopes at altitude. Here is what decides the effort and how to prepare.
How to Plan a Kenya Safari Itinerary for One Week, With Four Routes Compared
Four one-week routes compared, from the classic Amboseli, lakes and Masai Mara Kenya safari itinerary to the quiet north and a safari-and-beach split, with timings, fees and prices.
Tipping in Kenya: How Much to Tip on Safari, at Lodges and on Mount Kenya
Tipping in Kenya explained by our Nairobi team: realistic amounts for driver-guides, lodge staff, porters and Mount Kenya crews, a worked 7-day tip budget and how to carry the cash.
Is Kenya Safe for Safari? An Honest Guide From Nairobi
Is Kenya safe for safari? Yes for the main parks: here is what the official warnings cover, the latest health picture and the habits that keep your trip trouble-free.
Kenya Park Fees: KWS, Masai Mara and Conservancy Rates Explained
Kenya park fees explained: current KWS rates for every major park, the seasonal Masai Mara fee, conservancy charges, package savings and how to pay.