How to Plan and Budget Your 2027 Safari With Traford Safaris
How to plan and budget your 2027 safari with Traford Safaris: costs, permits, lodge styles and how to save toward your trip.
Safari Updates
Which East Africa Safari Is Right for You in 2027?
Planning an East Africa safari in 2027 starts with one simple question: what do you want to experience?
When Should You Start Planning Your 2027 African Safari?
If you are thinking about an African safari in 2027, you do not need to wait until the year begins to start planning.
Rwanda Safari Without Gorilla Trekking: What to See and Do
A Rwanda safari without gorilla trekking can still be a rewarding journey through wildlife, rainforest, lakes, culture and history.
How Many Days Do You Need for a Rwanda Safari?
If you are wondering how many days you need for a Rwanda safari, the answer depends on what you want to see.
How Early Should You Book a Rwanda Christmas Safari?
If you are planning a Rwanda Christmas safari, it is better to start booking early rather than wait until December.
How Much Does a Christmas Safari in Rwanda Cost?
A Rwanda Christmas safari can range from a relatively simple wildlife and cultural trip to a high-end gorilla safari.
Where to Spend Christmas in Rwanda: Kigali, Volcanoes or Lake Kivu?
If you are wondering where to spend Christmas in Rwanda, three destinations stand out: Kigali, Volcanoes National Park and Lake Kivu.
How to Plan an Affordable Christmas Safari in East Africa
Planning an affordable Christmas safari in East Africa does not mean giving up the experiences that make an African holiday special.
Is December a Good Month for Gorilla Trekking in Uganda?
Gorilla trekking in Uganda in December can be an unforgettable way to spend the festive season.
Should You Book a Christmas Safari in 2026 or Wait Until January 2027?
Christmas safari 2026 or January 2027: should you travel over Christmas 2026, or wait until January 2027?
Are There Tigers in East Africa? The Surprising Answer
Here’s the surprising answer: you won’t find wild tigers roaming the savannahs of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania or Rwanda.
Did You Know Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Has Hidden Waterfalls?
Bwindi waterfalls: when people hear Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, they usually think of mountain gorillas.
Best New Safari Lodges to Experience This Christmas in 2026
these are some of the best new safari lodges to experience this Christmas in 2026.
Christmas Safari in Kenya 2026: The Complete Travel Guide
this guide covers the best places to visit, activities, weather, travel requirements, and planning tips for Christmas in Kenya in 2026.
Christmas Holidays in Rwanda 2026: The Complete Guide to a Festive African Escape
Christmas holidays in Rwanda: gorilla trekking, Lake Kivu and Kigali celebrations, with tips for planning a festive escape.
Christmas Holidays in Uganda: The Complete Guide to a Festive Safari in 2026
Christmas holidays in Uganda: festive gorilla and wildlife safaris, where to stay over the holidays and how early to book.
Uganda Airlines to Launch Direct Flights to Kigali: What It Means for East Africa Travel
Uganda Airlines is set to launch direct flights between Entebbe and Kigali, strengthening air connectivity between Uganda and Rwanda.
Mirima Kibale Lodge: Uganda’s New Luxury Retreat for Chimpanzee Trekking (2026)
In 2026, travelers looking for an exceptional stay near Kibale National Park have an exciting new option Mirima Kibale Lodge.
Uganda Wildlife Authority Open Park Days 2026.
UWA open park days 2026: uganda Wildlife Authority open park days 2026: free or reduced entry dates and how to plan a park visit around them.
André Bauma: The Man Who Became a Father to Congo’s Orphaned Gorillas
Andre Bauma gorillas: the story of Andre Bauma, the ranger who became a father to Congo’s orphaned gorillas at Virunga’s Senkwekwe Centre.
Kwita Izina 2026: Why Rwanda’s Gorilla Naming Ceremony Should Be on Every Safari Lover’s Bucket List
Every year, Rwanda hosts one of Africa’s most inspiring conservation events Kwita Izina, the annual mountain gorilla naming ceremony.
How Many National Parks Should You Visit on an East Africa Safari?
In this guide, we’ll help you decide how many national parks are ideal for your safari and why slowing down can make all the difference.
The Art of Doing Nothing on Safari.
Slow safari: in today’s fast-paced world, a safari offers something increasingly rare: the opportunity to slow down.
Freedom or Fixed Itinerary? Choosing the Best East Africa Safari.
Freedom or Fixed Itinerary: should you choose a fixed group itinerary or a private safari with the freedom to travel your own way with Traford Safaris?
Africa’s Most Hospitable Countries to Visit on Safari
Here are some of Africa’s most hospitable countries to visit on safari and what makes each one special.
Beyond the Serengeti: Tanzania’s Sacred Sites and Ancient Legends
Sacred: for travelers looking to go beyond game drives and beach holidays, these destinations offer an opportunity to discover another side of Tanzania.
Kenya’s Sacred Cultural Destinations: Legendary and Spiritual Places to Visit Beyond the Safari
Sacred cultural sites Kenya: for travelers seeking experiences beyond game drives.
Uganda’s Sacred Cultural Destinations: Ancient Legends and Spiritual Sites to Visit on Safari
Sacred cultural sites Uganda: uganda’s sacred cultural sites, from Namugongo to the Kasubi Tombs and ancient legends, and how to add them to your safari.
Uganda Safari Update June 2026: No New Ebola Cases Reported in the Past 10 Days.
In June 2026, travelers planning a safari in Uganda may have questions about the current Ebola situation and what it means for their travel plans.
