Guides to the places, wildlife and mountains of Tanzania, with unhurried observations on tracking, mountain physiology, and field craft.
Plan a guided walking safari around Tarangire: how to read tracks, dung and bird alarm calls, what to wear, the best season and the rules that keep you safe.
A plain-English guide to altitude on Kilimanjaro: acclimatisation, altitude sickness, pole pole, climate zones and how the Lemosho route helps you pace the climb.
Every year, usually from late January to March, the wildebeest gather on the southern plains to calve. What to expect around Ndutu in February, and how to plan for it.
A practical guide to safari binoculars: 8x42 versus 10x42, exit pupil, eye relief, weatherproofing, using them from a vehicle, birding examples and simple care on dusty roads.
The Mara River crossings in the northern Serengeti usually fall between July and October. Why the herds cross, how long you may wait, and why they can never be guaranteed.
Why small group and private safaris often work better in Tanzania, the trade-offs to weigh, and the questions to ask any operator before you book.
A practical Kilimanjaro packing guide: the four-layer system, gloves, boots, headlamps, sleeping bags, what to rent, what to leave behind and how to dress for summit night.
A practical guide to Ruaha National Park from June to October: the sand rivers, baobab country, predators, how to get there, what to wear and how to combine it with Nyerere.
What to expect on a chimpanzee trek in Gombe Stream National Park: getting there from Kigoma, the forest walk, viewing rules, what to wear, the lake, the best season and pairing with Mahale.
How to plan a Ngorongoro Crater day: how the caldera formed, the descent road, time limits, weather, wildlife, lodges on the rim or in Karatu, what to pack and common mistakes.
