Field notes from Ben, Senior Guide – January Serengeti Circuit Most safaris fail in the same way. They don’t fail because the wildlife isn’t there.They don’t fail because the camps aren’t comfortable.They fail because every day feels like a repeat of the one before. Another game drive. Another sundowner. Another lion seen from a vehicle. Another night in a…
For many, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a lifelong dream. Standing on Uhuru Peak as the sun rises over Africa is undeniably powerful – but how you get there matters just as much as reaching the top. Behind every successful Kilimanjaro climb is a large team of guides, porters, cooks, and crew. When climbs are run irresponsibly, these teams often…
In recent years, images from East Africa have sparked global conversations about the impact of tourism on wildlife. One particularly striking scene from the Serengeti showed dozens of vehicles crowding a single river crossing, engines running, tourists jostling for the perfect photograph – while wildebeest struggled to follow an instinctive and vital migration route. These moments are uncomfortable to…
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Poaching continues to be one of Tanzania’s biggest conservation challenges – but in the Serengeti, something powerful is happening. Tour operators, park authorities, and conservation partners have teamed up to fight back, and the results are inspiring. A Unique Partnership: Rangers + Former Poachers The Serengeti’s de-snaring program, supported by Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) and TANAPA, brings together some…
Kilimanjaro National Park has long been at the forefront of environmental conservation, working both within the park and alongside surrounding communities to protect this iconic landscape for generations to come. One of the park’s most impactful initiatives is its tree planting program, designed to safeguard water sources, restore natural vegetation, and preserve the delicate ecosystem that makes Kilimanjaro so…
This February, Colleen and Brian pushed themselves — and their love for Kilimanjaro — to new heights. Quite literally. Over ten unforgettable days, they climbed, laughed, and learned as they tackled the mighty mountain not once, but twice via the Lemosho Route and the Western Breach/Wall approach. The Numbers That Tell the Story For the data lovers out there,…
Planning a safari is about more than ticking off the Big Five. It’s about the experience – the people you meet, the places you explore, and the impact you leave behind. At African Environments, we believe every journey should respect the wild spaces we explore and the communities we work alongside. Protecting Wild Spaces From the slopes of Kilimanjaro…
Your ultimate guide to getting ready for Africa’s highest peak Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a life-changing adventure – but reaching the summit takes more than excitement and a good pair of boots. With the right preparation, you can give yourself the best chance of success and enjoy every moment of the journey. 1. Start Training Early Begin your physical…
Stepping out of the vehicle and into the wild on foot opens up an entirely new perspective, bringing you closer to nature than ever before. African Environments is one of the few companies granted permission to lead multi-day walking safaris in the Serengeti’s vast Wilderness Area – a pristine, untouched region closed to the general public, where wildlife thrives…
