Discover the Southern Ground Hornbill, Africa’s “Thunderbird.” Learn about its long lifespan, unique eyelashes, and why it’s the largest hornbill in the world. . .
Looking for the Little Bee-eater in Tarangire? Learn why these colorful "low-perchers" stay close to the ground and how to spot them on your next Tanzania safari. . .
February is a month for new life in the Serengeti! See a newborn Thomson's gazelle take its first steps and learn why these fawns are "hiders" for their first two weeks.
Catch the breeze on a sunset cruise from Stone Town to Prison Island. Discover giant tortoises, turquoise waters, and the ultimate Swahili sunset aboard a traditional Zanzibar dhow.
Step back in time at Livingstone’s House in Zanzibar. Explore the legacy of 19th-century explorers and discover why this island was the gateway to a continent. . .
Explore the maze of Stone Town from the roof of Swahili House. Discover the unique mashup of Swahili, Indian, and Arab styles in Zanzibar’s coral ragstone heart. . .
Discover the vibrant Hildebrandt’s Starling of East Africa. Learn how to identify it, how it differs from the Superb Starling, and why the Serengeti is a birder’s paradise. . .
Discover why Arusha Farm House is one of our favorite safari rest stops. From Mt Meru views to new dining halls, see what’s new at this 4-star Tanzanian lodge. . .
Explore the striking parallels between humans and Vervet monkeys. From social spite and peer pressure to hypertension and alcohol use, discover why these clever primates are a mirror for humanity. . .
Preparing for a "snowpocalypse"? See what real cold looks like on Mt. Kilimanjaro. Tips on temperatures, freezing altitudes, and the final push to Uhuru Peak. . .
Join our June 2027 Tanzania Safari! Experience an intimate backcountry adventure in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Limited seating—mark your calendars.
Go behind the lens on an African safari! See team member Gary Weisenberger in action as he captures "Serengeti-sized" wildlife moments in the heart of Tanzania . . .
Discover the fascinating "teamwork" between the Wattled Starling and the Wildebeest. Learn how mutualistic symbiosis works in the wild and why we work better in teams . . .
Explore the "10 percent rule of energy transfer" in the wild and see how the "clean-up crew" of the Ngorongoro Crater reflects the ancient wisdom of Psalm 104 . . .
Discover Kirk’s dik-dik, the tiny 18-inch antelope of East Africa. Learn about its "toe-walking" anatomy and how even-toed ungulates achieve incredible speed . . .
Catch a rare glimpse of the elusive serval cat in Tanzania's Ngorongoro Crater. Learn about the "delicate cat," its unique anatomy, and its survival in the wild . . .
Experience the breathtaking 2,000-foot drop into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Discover Lake Magadi and native African aloes . . .