Bush & Beach Bliss – How to Combine Your Safari with a Zanzibar Holiday

engar November 25, 2025 No Comments

There’s a reason so many people come home from Tanzania saying, “I wish I’d added a few more days on the coast.”These Tanzania Bush and Beach Safaris aren’t just a…

Offbeat Tanzania – Explore Tarangire, Arusha & Hidden National Parks Tanzania

engar November 10, 2025 No Comments

When people plan their first Tanzania Safaris, they always mention the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. And sure, they are amazing. But talk to guides, locals, or visitors who’ve been…

Ngorongoro Crater Safaris – The Ultimate Big Five Experience in Tanzania

engar November 8, 2025 No Comments

Formed by an ancient volcano more than two million years ago, Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most remarkable landscapes. A collapsed caldera that measures about 19 kilometres across and…

Serengeti Safari 2026-27 – Your Complete Guide to the Great Migration

engar October 24, 2025 No Comments

On a Tanzania safari, you’ll never forget the Serengeti’s quiet before the drama. A hopeful, humming quiet. The air smells like rain and wild grass. Like gold and rust, the…

Tanzania Safari Tours 2026–27 – Epic Adventures from Serengeti to Zanzibar

engar October 10, 2025 No Comments

There’s a moment, just before sunrise, when Tanzania feels like a secret the world hasn’t fully discovered yet. The air is cool, soft with the scent of acacia, and the…

A Cultural Adventure in Uganda- Claudia & Ralf’s Journey Beyond the Gorillas

engar October 3, 2025 No Comments

When it comes to safaris, we at Shadows of Africa believe that it is not just about the animals; rather, it is about the people, the places, and the significant…

11 Years & 1 Mission: Creating Unforgettable African Safaris

engar July 30, 2025 No Comments

With another year comes even more cause for celebration; Shadows of Africa is the proud recipient of the 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award! This marks the eleventh consecutive year that…

Local Africa Travel Agency: Your Key to an Unforgettable Safari Tour

engar December 19, 2024 No Comments

Local Africa Travel Agency: Your Key to an Unforgettable Safari Tour Why settle for a generic travel experience when you can tap into the local expertise of a Local Africa Travel…

New Year, New Adventures: Explore the Best Destinations of Africa

engar December 16, 2024 No Comments

New Year, New Adventures: Explore the Best Destinations of Africa Are you interested in leaving behind the traditional chaotic celebrations and taking up something more adventurous? The best way to…

Trade Snow for Sun: A Christmas Serengeti Safari

engar December 12, 2024 No Comments

With the holiday season approaching, many of us wish to escape the daily year-round Christmas celebration for a fresh and thrilling adventure. What if, instead of a chilly season, you…

Flying Safari: Bush Planes in Tanzania and What to Expect

engar October 17, 2024 No Comments

You Might Have a Stop… or Not! Bush Flying Safari in Africa comes with an element of surprise. While you could have a direct flight to your Africa Safari Destinations, there’s…

Zanzibar Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know

engar August 22, 2024 No Comments

From October 1st, 2024, international visitors will be required to purchase local Travel Insurance for Zanzibar. This insurance must be purchased exclusively from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC). It will…

Getting a Visa On Arrival in Tanzania’s JRO airport: Our Top Tips

engar July 23, 2024 No Comments

We always recommend getting an e-visa in advance before your trip to Tanzania. This makes your arrival smoother and avoids wait time at the airport. However, sometimes getting an e-visa…

Migori-Tarime: Cross-Border Travel

engar July 23, 2024 No Comments

The trip between Migori in Kenya and Tarime in Tanzania is the most common route to cross the border when traveling between Maasai Mara (Kenya) and the Serengeti National Park (Tanzania). These points are connected by a short…

Shadows Of Africa – Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2024

engar July 11, 2024 No Comments

We are excited to announce that Shadows Of Africa has once again been awarded Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2024! This prestigious recognition places us among the top 10% of…

A Commitment to Greener Travel: Our Sustainable Transport Selection Policy

engar June 17, 2024 No Comments

A Commitment to Greener Travel: Our Sustainable Transport Selection Policy Travel offers incredible opportunities to explore new places, cultures, and experiences, but it also comes with significant implications for the…

East Africa’s Forbidden Souvenirs

engar May 20, 2024 No Comments

Souvenirs: of course, we all want a reminder of our adventurous travels, something physical to attach our cherished memories to, something to show people back home to start conversations. But,…

Essential Safari Etiquette – How to be a Responsible Traveler

engar May 7, 2024 No Comments

Embarking on a safari adventure through Africa’s untamed wilderness is a privilege that comes with great responsibility. Each moment spent in the presence of Africa’s majestic wildlife presents an opportunity…

The best Africa travel destination for your travel time

engar October 4, 2023 No Comments

In this post you can find out the best Africa Travel Destination by month. Where to Travel in Africa in January January is an absolutely fantastic time of year to…

Africa Amini: an Authentic Alternative to a Maasai Boma

engar August 7, 2023 No Comments

The Maasai Boma villages of northern Tanzania are popular tourist attractions. While the idea of visiting one of these settlements may appear intriguing, there is an alternative that allows you…

Why You Should Reconsider Visiting a Maasai Boma

engar August 7, 2023 No Comments

In recent years, the allure of Maasai culture has attracted a lot of tourism to Boma settlements, leading to an increase in visitors Visiting Maasai Boma seeking to experience firsthand…

Tanzania Yellow Fever Requirements

engar August 1, 2023 No Comments

Are you planning a trip to Tanzania and wondering about the Tanzania Yellow Fever Vaccination requirements? You’ll be glad to know that the majority of travelers do not require the…

What to Pack for Your African Safari

engar July 21, 2023 No Comments

The ultimate guide to African Safari Packing List adventure! Are you ready to embark on an African Safari? It is an exhilarating experience filled with breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and captivating cultures.…

Nairobi City Guide – The Vibrant Heart Of Kenya

engar July 20, 2023 No Comments

Nairobi: a captivating blend of modernity and rich cultural heritage in a bustling metropolis. Come and explore the Nairobi City Guide urban charm and the untamed wilderness of Kenya’s fascinating…

Bush & Beach Bliss – How to Combine Your Safari with a Zanzibar Holiday

11 Years & 1 Mission: Creating Unforgettable African Safaris

Trade Snow for Sun: A Christmas Serengeti Safari

Bush & Beach Bliss – How to Combine Your Safari with a Zanzibar Holiday

A Commitment to Greener Travel: Our Sustainable Transport Selection Policy

Essential Safari Etiquette – How to be a Responsible Traveler

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Bush & Beach Bliss – How to Combine Your Safari with a Zanzibar Holiday

Offbeat Tanzania – Explore Tarangire, Arusha & Hidden National Parks Tanzania

Ngorongoro Crater Safaris – The Ultimate Big Five Experience in Tanzania

Serengeti Safari 2026-27 – Your Complete Guide to the Great Migration

Tanzania Safari Tours 2026–27 – Epic Adventures from Serengeti to Zanzibar

A Cultural Adventure in Uganda- Claudia & Ralf’s Journey Beyond the Gorillas

11 Years & 1 Mission: Creating Unforgettable African Safaris

Local Africa Travel Agency: Your Key to an Unforgettable Safari Tour

New Year, New Adventures: Explore the Best Destinations of Africa

Trade Snow for Sun: A Christmas Serengeti Safari

Flying Safari: Bush Planes in Tanzania and What to Expect

Zanzibar Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know

Getting a Visa On Arrival in Tanzania’s JRO airport: Our Top Tips

Migori-Tarime: Cross-Border Travel

Shadows Of Africa – Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2024

A Commitment to Greener Travel: Our Sustainable Transport Selection Policy

East Africa’s Forbidden Souvenirs

Essential Safari Etiquette – How to be a Responsible Traveler

The best Africa travel destination for your travel time

Africa Amini: an Authentic Alternative to a Maasai Boma

Why You Should Reconsider Visiting a Maasai Boma

Tanzania Yellow Fever Requirements

What to Pack for Your African Safari

Nairobi City Guide – The Vibrant Heart Of Kenya

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