Mount Elgon

Few journeys pair two experiences as different as this one. Within four days, you can spend an hour with mountain gorillas, then watch lions hunt on the Serengeti. Shadows of Africa offers this Rwanda Safari and Tanzania Safari in three lengths: six, nine or ten days. This guide explains which...

The East African Cheetah is superfast and majestic, but sadly, it is slowly disappearing from the African wilderness. This is due to human-wildlife conflict, poaching, and habitat loss resulting from agriculture. In Africa, they are found in open savannahs, grasslands, and arid areas, where they feed on antelope species, birds...

IIf you're planning a safari in East Africa for 2027, there's a new item on your checklist. Kenya, mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar now each require foreign visitors to buy a Government Travel Insurance Policy as a condition of entry. Kenya and mainland Tanzania started their schemes in early October 2026...

Women of the Maasai are globally known for their beaded jewellery and vibrant red shukas. This craft of beadmaking acts as a visual language passed from mother to daughter. Specific patterns, shapes, and layers reveal a person’s marital status, age group, and social rank. Besides beadmaking, Maasai women are responsible...

Rainy Season in Tanzania doesn't always mean cancelled plans and flooded roads; some showers blow through in minutes. However, some can mess with your driving or getting to a remote camp. The difference comes down to the month, the region, and how ready you've made yourself. Think of this as...