Mark Ziese

November 29, 2023

Master Tacticians: How Lions Rule the African Savanna

Mark Ziese

November 29, 2023

Discover the tactical genius of lions on the hunt. Learn how the kings of the savanna use terrain and wind to vanish in plain sight. Watch our safari video to see these master predators in their natural habitat.

Mark Ziese

November 26, 2023

Exploring Tanzania

An New Old African Game with Marbles and Cups

Mark Ziese

November 26, 2023

Exploring Tanzania

Join the young men of the bush camp as they teach a traditional African game using marbles and cups. Discover the "new old" strategy games that have brought communities together for generations.

Mark Ziese

November 23, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Come to Africa! An Invitation to Experience the Great Migration

Mark Ziese

November 23, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

The Great Migration is the largest seasonal movement of land animals on the planet. Pursuing this odyssey is the goal for our 2024 safari.

Mark Ziese

November 20, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Celebrate “A Big Five” Safari!

Mark Ziese

November 20, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Celebrate success with us on a “Big Five safari!

Mark Ziese

November 13, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Maasai Warrior: I Pity the Leopard

Mark Ziese

November 13, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Discover how a Masai warrior uses traditional weapons and ancestral knowledge to protect others from African carnivores.

Mark Ziese

November 8, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

A Giraffe Thwacker: The Ossicone Threat

Mark Ziese

November 8, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Horns, antlers, or something else? Discover the fascinating world of giraffe ossicones—what they are, why they’re fuzzy, and how giraffes use them in the wild.

Mark Ziese

November 3, 2023

Exploring Tanzania

Our Lodges and Camps on an African Safari

Mark Ziese

November 3, 2023

Exploring Tanzania

Think safari lodging is just a tent in the dirt? Think again. Explore our vetted, luxury lodges and take a virtual tour of the five-star comfort waiting for you in the wild.

Mark Ziese

October 29, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Serengeti Arrival: A Welcome Party of Lions

Mark Ziese

October 29, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Plants & Animals

Talk about a royal welcome! Watch our first few minutes in the Serengeti as we’re greeted by a magnificent pride of lions.

Mark Ziese

October 26, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Travel Tips

Is a Safari a Pilgrimage or a Vacation?

Mark Ziese

October 26, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Travel Tips

What's the difference between a pilgrimage and a vacation? What is the difference between a pilgrim and a tourist? The approach makes all the difference in the world.

Mark Ziese

October 20, 2023

Exploring Tanzania

African Safari: Our Adventure Begins at Lake Duluti

Mark Ziese

October 20, 2023

Exploring Tanzania

The crew has arrived! Join us at Lake Duluti Lodge as we pack the gear and head out of the city for an unforgettable Tanzanian adventure.

Mark Ziese

October 16, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Geography & Geology, Mt Meru

Climbing Mt Meru in Tanzania

Mark Ziese

October 16, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Geography & Geology, Mt Meru

Don't let the nickname fool you. Experience the rugged climb up Mt. Meru, from lush forests to the breathtaking Socialist Peak sunrise, in our latest expedition video.

Mark Ziese

October 13, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Mt Meru

Mount Meru: Confronting an African Volcano

Mark Ziese

October 13, 2023

Exploring Tanzania, Mt Meru

Rising 14,980 feet above Arusha, Mount Meru is more than a warm-up—it's a world-class challenge. Join in the "final pack" as we prepare for a high-altitude climb through the forest and onto the jagged crater rim.

Mark Ziese

October 10, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Cairo Departure: Goodbye Egypt!

Mark Ziese

October 10, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Departing Cairo with a hard drive of photos and a mind full of unfinished stories. Explore the magnetic pull of Egypt’s history and join me in saying 'see you later' to this ancient land.

Mark Ziese

October 6, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Koshari: The Ultimate Egyptian Comfort Food

Mark Ziese

October 6, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Looking for the best street food in Cairo? Discover Koshari—Egypt's legendary mix of rice, pasta, and spice—and watch our video for a taste of this local favorite.

Mark Ziese

October 3, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: A Mashup of the Dead

Mark Ziese

October 3, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Discover the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a stunning subterranean mashup of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman cultures hidden beneath the streets of Alexandria.

Mark Ziese

September 29, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

The Sights and Smells of the Anfushi Fish Market

Mark Ziese

September 29, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Experience the pulse of Alexandria at the Anfushi Fish Market. From haggling locals to the silver flash of the morning’s catch, watch our video for a true taste of Egyptian coastal life.

Mark Ziese

September 24, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

The First Translation of the Bible: The Septuagint

Mark Ziese

September 24, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Discover how the Septuagint bridged the gap between Hebrew scripture and the Greek world. Explore the legendary translation that became the early Church’s Bible and paved the way for the Gospel’s spread.

Mark Ziese

September 20, 2023

Exploring Israel-Palestine

Bethlehem Friends

Mark Ziese

September 20, 2023

Exploring Israel-Palestine

Beyond the ancient stones of the Nativity, it is the 'Living Stones' that make Bethlehem vibrant. A heartfelt thank you to Fadi, Issa, and Diana for their incredible hospitality and a friendship that turns every journey into a homecoming.

Mark Ziese

September 19, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Alexander's Mediterranean Port in Egypt

Mark Ziese

September 19, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

From Alexander’s vision to the world’s intellectual capital: discover how Alexandria became the cultural heartbeat of the ancient Mediterranean.

Mark Ziese

September 14, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Alexander the Great: The Founder Who Never Left

Mark Ziese

September 14, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Discover the mystery of Alexander the Great’s two visits to Alexandria—one to found the city and a second to be buried there in a lost tomb that still eludes historians.