The importance of preparing for your safari before you depart cannot be understated. It is important that you take the time to pack appropriately and consider what foods will await…
The Serengeti National Park is an iconic destination in the north of Tanzania. It offers so many experiences for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike, from the heart of the…
The Serengeti National Park: Tanzania’s most iconic safari destination for the Serengeti Safari. The savannah plains stretching all the way to the horizon are home to Africa’s most famous animals,…
On an African safari, you can witness serene plains filled with grazing herds, watch majestic big cats hunt for their meal, and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. With these…
The complete guide to packing for your Gorilla Trek to make sure you get the most out of this incredible experience. A gorilla trek is a uniquely special adventure. Trekking…
Jambo! (Swahili for “hello!”) Quick quiz: Do you know how to say “have a good day” in Swahili? What is Swahili for “good morning”? What is “how are you” in Swahili?…
Safari Lunch Box has become a bit of a dirty word on the safari scene. Every good lodge cares about their travelers, and tries their hardest to create interesting meals…
Tanzania, our incredible home, is always open for travelers! We can’t wait to share her beauty with you. Take a look below at what we have to offer: the Tanzania…
Travel with us, and We Plant a Trees in your destination. Shadows Of Africa has partnered with One Tree Planted to maintain and restore our beloved continent. By supporting reforestation in the…
Recovered from your first African safari? Start getting ready for round 2! The magic of safari is this: no two safaris are ever the same. Once you’ve been on your…
African nature is an incredibly powerful force. It leaves a profound impression on everyone who sets foot on these lands. The pure and exhilarating natural beauty of the African landscape…
What vaccines do you need ahead of your safari adventure? We highlight the vaccines and medications you should look into ahead of your trip to Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, or Tanzania.
Zanzibar is one of those special exotic places that has everything you could want in a luxury getaway. It is world-famous as a tropical island paradise, and people come from…
Tanzania is a huge country, almost every inch of which is filled with breathtaking nature and unique sights. From Mount Kilimanjaro to the Serengeti National Park to the gorgeous coastline…
Some exciting news! We would like to share with you an achievement that we are sincerely proud of: We once again made Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice! This means that we –…
Have you seen Netflix’s Our Great National Parks series yet? Are you feeling inspired by the episode featuring Kenya’s incredible Tsavo? The biggest national park in Kenya hosts an amazing variety of animals,…
It has long been a thorn in the side of travel agencies like us to send out safari vehicles packed with single-use plastics. Our Tanzania team has already found and…
The thrilling drama of the crossing at the Mara River is arguably the highlight of the wildebeest migration. Every year, hundreds of thousands of wildebeest brave the treacherous currents and…
Witness Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes from the sky If you ask the average person the best way to enjoy a safari, the idea of flying over the wilderness in a balloon…
Want to See Kilimanjaro from the Sky, but not excited by a gruelling 7-day hike up the side of a mountain? There are options for every traveller to meet the…
Safari on Zanzibar – Visit Jozani Forest Zanzibar Island is home to a great nature spot, so you don’t need to travel to the African mainland to find your East-African…
The waters around Mafia Island are infested with whale sharks. That may sound dangerous, but whale sharks are shy, gentle, and, above all, magnificent creatures. They may be the same…
Spotting whales along the Kenyan coast In early June, after travelling some 4000 kilometres from Antarctica, majestic humpback Whale migration Mombasa enter the waters along the East African shore and…
