Our pick of the best national parks to visit in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda. 

From hot-air balloons to canoe trips, we pick our favourite safaris to enjoy across the world.

Are you a fan of the king of the cats? These are the best places in Africa to see lions. 

Whether you prefer surfing, scuba-diving or just sunbathing, discover the ideal African beach for you. 

Some of our favourite alternative marathons from around the world.

How many of these natural wonders are on your travel list? 

Away from the conveyor belt crowds being funneled through some of the more famous parks, these are the destinations that we think will offer you the very best safari experiences in Africa.

In this extract from Beastly Journeys, Jonathan Scott recalls his time spent living alongside a pack of African wild dogs in the Serengeti. 

Find out more about the Maasai, one of Africa's most famous pastoral tribes.

It's not just wildlife fanatics who love Tanzania – there's plenty to occupy beach lovers and culture vultures, too.